Kitashiroshikaiin
Kitashiroshikaiin is a small dental clinic sitting on the ground floor of the Fukumoto Building in Higashi-Ueno, Taito — a low-key neighborhood just north of Ueno Station. It’s a general dentistry practice, so expect the usual range: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and basic restorative work.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English-speaking dentist waiting for you. The reality is probably somewhere in the middle — enough to get through an appointment, especially for routine work, but you’d be smart to write down your symptoms beforehand or have a translation app ready just in case.
This is a neighborhood clinic, not an expat-focused practice. If you live or work in Taito or Ueno and need a dentist without trekking across the city, it’s worth checking out. For complex procedures or patients who need full English communication, do some extra homework before booking.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a no-frills neighborhood dental practice — clean, efficient, and reasonably priced for Tokyo. Appointments tend to run on time, and the dentist is described as thorough without being rushed. The atmosphere is calm and clinical rather than warm and chatty. It’s not a big operation, so you’re not going to sit in a waiting room for an hour. Standard neighborhood dental experience, nothing flashy.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://kitashiro-shika.com/
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東京都台東区東上野１－７－３ フクモトビル１Ｆ
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Tawaramachi Station (Ginza Line) — 2 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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