Maruyama Shika Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 8 min walk
  • Ground-floor accessible entrance
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Maruyama Shika Clinic sits on the ground floor of the Grace Gohongi building in Meguro’s quieter residential pocket — not a big flashy dental chain, just a neighborhood practice that’s been doing its thing. They cover standard dentistry: checkups, cleanings, fillings, crowns, and likely some cosmetic work. Their website has some English-facing content, which is a decent signal, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and get full bilingual service. Reception may have limited English, so bring a translation app or write down your symptoms beforehand. That said, smaller local clinics like this often compensate with patience and willingness to work through communication slowly. The Gohongi area is walkable from Meguro and Nakameguro stations, so access isn’t bad. Good option if you live nearby and want a local dentist rather than hunting down a specialty expat clinic across town. Just go in with realistic expectations on the language front and you’ll probably be fine.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this isn’t a revolving-door clinic. The dentist appears thorough and takes time explaining treatment steps, which matters a lot when you’re already anxious about communicating in a second language. Wait times seem reasonable for a smaller practice. No reports of being rushed out. The vibe is quiet and local, not polished and corporate — which some expats prefer and others find a bit plain.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has English-language content, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff on any given day. Reception may manage basic English for booking and check-in, but detailed clinical conversations will likely need help. Use Google Translate or write out your dental history and concerns in Japanese beforehand. Don't expect English consent forms or printed materials. Come prepared and communication will probably go fine; come expecting full bilingual service and you may be caught off guard.

    Contact & Location

    • http://maruyamadentalc.com/
    • 東京都目黒区五本木2-54-14 グレース五本木1F
    • Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote 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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    Maruyama Shika Clinic

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    Proficiency Score
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