Machiya Sakura Shika Kyouseishika
Machiya Sakura Shika Kyouseishika sits right at the entrance of Machiya Station in Arakawa — you can’t miss it. The clinic covers both general dentistry and orthodontics, so whether you need a filling or are thinking about braces or aligners, this is a one-stop spot. The building is modern and the ground-floor location makes access easy.
The English situation is murky. Their website has some English-facing content, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients, but there’s no confirmed English-speaking staff on record. If your Japanese is nonexistent, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for your first visit. That said, dental work is often more hands-on than verbal, so many expats manage fine once they’re in the chair. Call ahead if you’re nervous about communication — it’s worth the awkward phone moment.
Orthodontic clinics in this part of Tokyo aren’t everywhere, so if you’re in Arakawa or nearby and need braces or Invisalign-type treatment, this one’s worth checking out.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a clean, well-organized clinic with a calm atmosphere. The ground-floor station-front location gets mentioned positively — easy in, easy out. Orthodontic patients seem to appreciate having consultations and follow-ups handled in one place. Wait times appear reasonable. The dentists are noted as thorough rather than rushed. No strong patterns of complaints, but the patient base skews local, so expat-specific feedback is limited.
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 -
https://sakurashika-g.jp/clinic/machiya-sakura/
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東京都荒川区荒川６－１－１ レフィールオーブ町屋駅前１階
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Machiya Station (Chiyoda Line) — 1 min walk
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