KIMIJIMA SIKAIIN

Total reviews: 345
Shin-Koiwa Station (JR Sobu Line) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English confirmed
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kimijima Dental sits on the 4th floor of Medical Town Shin-Koiwa, a small medical complex right in Katsushika — one of Tokyo’s quieter, more residential eastern wards. This isn’t a flashy Roppongi clinic catering exclusively to expats, but it’s a solid neighborhood dental practice where you won’t feel completely lost if your Japanese is nonexistent.

    They have conversational English capability, meaning at least one person can get through a basic consultation with you without both parties staring blankly at each other. Don’t expect full bilingual service, but routine stuff — checkups, cleanings, explaining what tooth is causing the problem — should be manageable. They also have some English resources, so forms or explanations might not be 100% Japanese-only.

    The Shin-Koiwa area is well-connected by JR Sobu Line, making this reachable from central Tokyo without much hassle. If you live in eastern Tokyo and need a dentist who won’t make you feel like a complete outsider, this is worth knowing about.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, no-frills experience — this is a working neighborhood dentist, not a high-end cosmetic operation. Appointments tend to run on schedule. The dentist is described as thorough and careful, taking time to explain what’s happening before proceeding. Wait times are generally short. The setting is clean and functional. Patients seem to appreciate that it doesn’t feel rushed, even when busy.

    English Language Proficiency

    Conversational English is available, which in practice means you can describe symptoms, understand basic treatment explanations, and get through a standard visit without a Japanese-speaking friend in tow. It's not clinic-wide fluency — don't expect every staff member to switch to English — but the core communication works. Some English materials are available. A translation app as backup is still smart, especially for detailed treatment plans or billing questions.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.kimijima-dental.jp/
    • 東京都葛飾区新小岩1-49-10 メディカルタウン新小岩4階
    • Shin-Koiwa Station (JR Sobu 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

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    KIMIJIMA SIKAIIN

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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