Kichijojiai Shika
Kichijoji Ai Shika sits on the second floor of the Kichijoji MD Building, a short walk from one of Tokyo’s most popular and livable neighborhoods. The clinic covers standard dental work — cleanings, fillings, crowns, and cosmetic treatments — in a modern setup that looks clean and well-organized based on what they show online.
The website has some English content, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual experience. Staff English ability is unclear. If you’re not conversational in Japanese, bringing a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend is smart planning, not paranoia.
That said, Kichijoji itself is expat-friendly territory, and dental care in Japan tends to be thorough, affordable under national health insurance, and procedurally straightforward even with a language gap. This clinic looks like a solid neighborhood option — just go in with realistic expectations about communication.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a clean, well-run clinic with thorough checkups and attentive treatment. Appointments tend to run on time, which is pretty standard for Japanese dental practices. Dentists here appear to take their time explaining procedures rather than rushing through. The second-floor location is easy to find once you know the building. Overall vibe is professional and calm, not rushed or clinical-cold.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://www.kichijoji-i.com/
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東京都武蔵野市吉祥寺南町１－１１－２ 吉祥寺ＭＤビル２階２０１号室
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Kichijoji Station (JR Chuo Line) — 3 min walk
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