KOHNO SHIKA

Total reviews: 345
Ichikawa Station (Keikyu Main Line) — 8 min walk
  • Small clinic, consistent doctor
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kohno Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into the residential streets of Chidori, Ota Ward — not a flashy international clinic, just a local dentist that’s been serving the area for years. They handle standard dentistry: checkups, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely some cosmetic work. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t guarantee you’ll find fluent English speakers at the front desk or chairside. Think of this as a clinic where a translation app on your phone is a sensible backup plan. If you live or work in southern Tokyo and need reliable, no-fuss dental care without trekking to central Tokyo, this is worth knowing about. Ota Ward is underserved for English-friendly clinics, so even partial English capability matters here.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic without the long waits that plague bigger dental chains. The dentist appears thorough and takes time to explain procedures, which matters a lot when you’re already anxious about language barriers. It’s a small practice, so you’re likely seeing the same doctor each visit — that consistency is something patients tend to appreciate. Nothing flashy, but competent and reliable seem to be the consistent themes.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients. That said, full English-language service — fluent reception staff, English intake forms, English explanations during treatment — isn't confirmed. Realistically, you may encounter limited English. A translation app will help, and writing down your symptoms or concerns beforehand in Japanese (or using Google Translate) is a smart move before your first visit.

    Contact & Location

    • http://c5-kounoshika.cihp2.jp/
    • 東京都大田区千鳥3-14-11
    • Ichikawa Station (Keikyu Main Line) — 8 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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    KOHNO SHIKA

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    Proficiency Score
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