Kinshicho Ichikawa Shika Kyousei Shika

Total reviews: 345
Kinshicho Station (Sobu Line / Oedo Line) — 2 min walk
  • Orthodontics genuinely specialised
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kinshicho Ichikawa Shika Kyousei Shika is a general and orthodontic dental clinic sitting on the 3rd floor of the Nagashima Building in Kinshicho, one of east Tokyo’s busiest commuter hubs. The “Kyousei” in the name means orthodontics, so braces and alignment work are a genuine focus here, not just a side offering.

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign — they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. Whether that translates to a smooth English-speaking appointment is less certain. Reception staff likely have limited conversational English, so bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is zero. That said, dental visits involve a lot of pointing and showing, so determined non-Japanese speakers do manage.

    The Kinshicho area is very accessible — the station connects JR Sobu Line and Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, making this a practical stop for expats living across a wide stretch of east and central Tokyo. Third-floor clinic, so there’s an elevator.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a competent, no-fuss clinic. The orthodontic side gets particular mentions — people feel the dentists take alignment seriously rather than rushing through consultations. Wait times appear reasonable for the area. The 3rd-floor location is clean and functional. It’s not a flashy international clinic, but patients seem to leave with clear treatment plans and without feeling processed. First-timers report staff making reasonable efforts to communicate despite language gaps.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website carries some English-language content, which suggests awareness of international patients. In practice, full English service at the front desk is unconfirmed. Staff may manage basic dental vocabulary — open, bite, rinse — but don't expect a detailed treatment discussion in English without help. Bring Google Translate or a bilingual friend for anything complex like orthodontic consultations. Forms are almost certainly Japanese-only. Not the most English-ready clinic in Tokyo, but not hostile to the attempt either.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.kinshicho-haisha.com/
    • 東京都墨田区錦糸1-4-14 長嶋ビル3F
    • Kinshicho Station (Sobu Line / Oedo 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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