Kusunoki Kodomo Shika Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Hirai Station (Tozai Line) — 2 min walk
  • Pediatric-only dental focus
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kusunoki Kodomo Shika Clinic is a kids’ dental clinic in Hirai, Edogawa — one of Tokyo’s quieter residential wards, not a typical expat hub. The clinic sits on the ground floor of the Flair Hirai building, easy to spot from the street. It’s built around pediatric dentistry, so the whole setup — from the waiting area to how appointments are structured — is geared toward children and parents, not adult patients looking for a general checkup.

    English capability here is conversational, not clinical-fluent. Staff can get through the basics with you, and there are some English resources available, so you won’t be completely on your own. That said, if your kid needs something complicated explained, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend as backup. For routine pediatric dental visits — first checkups, cavity treatment, cleanings — the language gap is manageable. Parents in the area who’ve been nervous about navigating Japanese dental care with young kids will find this easier than most neighborhood options in Edogawa.

    Patient Feedback

    Parents tend to mention how child-friendly the environment feels — the clinic clearly knows its audience. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The dentists are noted for being gentle with anxious kids, which matters more than almost anything else at a pediatric clinic. No reports of major communication breakdowns for routine visits. It’s not a flashy private clinic, but the general read is: competent, calm, and good with children.

    English Language Proficiency

    Reception can handle basic conversation in English — scheduling, explaining what's happening at the appointment, simple instructions. Don't expect full clinical explanations in fluent English, especially for anything complex. Some English materials are available, which helps at intake. For a standard kids' dental visit, most English-speaking parents should get through fine. If your child needs a procedure or diagnosis explained in detail, having a translation app ready is genuinely useful, not just a precaution.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.kusunoki-kids-dc.jp/
    • 東京都江戸川区平井2-24-15 フレア平井1F
    • Hirai Station (Tozai 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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    Kusunoki Kodomo Shika Clinic

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    Proficiency Score
    3/5

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