Kibayashi Family Shika

Total reviews: 345
Based on the coordinates (35.600119, 139.466069), this location is in Machida City. The nearest stations in this area are:
  • Kids' dentistry available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kibayashi Family Shika is a family dental clinic in Machida, a residential suburb in the southwestern corner of Tokyo. The name says it all — this is a neighborhood practice built around repeat family patients, not a slick expat-facing clinic in Shinjuku. They cover the standard range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, kids’ dentistry.

    The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t show up expecting a fully bilingual front desk. The reality is probably closer to basic English with a translation app bridging the gaps. If you have a specific treatment need, sending an email in advance is worth doing. Machida itself is well-connected — it sits on the Odakyu and JR Yokohama lines — so this could work well if you live in the southern Tokyo or Kanagawa area and want a local dentist rather than trekking into central Tokyo for every appointment.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried practice — the kind where the dentist actually explains what they’re doing rather than just drilling and billing. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The family-oriented setup means they’re used to anxious patients and kids, which tends to make appointments less stressful overall. Nothing flashy, but consistent and thorough seems to be the general read.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on their website, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients. But that doesn't guarantee a smooth English conversation at reception. Realistically, expect basic English at best — enough to handle scheduling and simple questions. For anything involving treatment plans or medical history, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or lean on a translation app. Sending questions by email first, where staff can take time to respond, is probably your smoothest entry point.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.k-family-dc.com
    • 東京都町田市真光寺町1504-3
    • Based on the coordinates (35.600119, 139.466069), this location is in Machida City. The nearest stations in this area are:
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

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    Kibayashi Family Shika

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