Kikuchi Shika

Total reviews: 345
Kamata Station (Keikyu Line) — 2 min walk
  • Inside Kamata Station mall
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kikuchi Shika sits on the 7th floor of Tokyu Plaza Kamata — a shopping complex above Kamata Station, which makes it genuinely easy to slot a dental appointment into a regular commute or shopping run. It’s a standard Japanese dental clinic covering the usual bases: cleanings, fillings, crowns, implants, orthodontics.

    The website has some English-language content, which suggests awareness that international patients exist. That said, don’t assume fluent English-speaking staff will be waiting at the front desk. The online presence hints at effort, but the reality of in-chair communication likely depends on who’s working that day. A translation app will probably come in handy, at minimum for intake forms and explaining symptoms.

    Kamata itself is a workaday neighborhood in Ota Ward — not the expat hub that Minato or Shibuya are, but well-connected and practical. If you live or work in southern Tokyo, this is a legitimate option worth checking directly before you assume language support.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a reasonably efficient clinic — appointments tend to run on schedule, which matters when you’re fitting dentistry around a work day. The location inside Tokyu Plaza is a genuine convenience. Doctors are described as thorough rather than rushed. It has the feel of a neighborhood clinic that takes its work seriously, without being flashy about it. Nothing particularly stands out as exceptional or problematic — steady, reliable dental care is the general impression.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has made some effort — there's English content on their website, which is more than many local clinics bother with. But that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff on any given day. Expect Japanese-first interactions at reception and during treatment. Bring a translation app, write down your symptoms beforehand, and consider calling ahead to ask about English availability. If someone on staff does speak English, it's likely conversational rather than clinical-level fluency.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.kikuchi-shika.info
    • 東京都大田区西蒲田7-69-1東急プラザ蒲田7F
    • Kamata Station (Keikyu Line) — 2 min walk
    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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Kikuchi Shika

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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