Miura Shika Iin

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Tomigaya Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 4 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Miura Shika Iin is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into the residential Oyamacho area of Shibuya — not the flashy commercial strip, but a quieter pocket that locals actually live in. It’s a small, privately-run practice, the kind that’s been serving the same families for years rather than chasing volume.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t book expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception and chair-side communication in fluent English is not confirmed. If your dental needs are routine — cleaning, checkup, a filling — you can probably get by with a translation app and some patience. For anything complex like implants or orthodontics, you’d want to call ahead or bring someone who speaks Japanese.

    It’s accessible from Yoyogi-Uehara or Hatagaya stations, neither of which is a quick walk. Factor that into your planning. If you’re already in the Shibuya area and want a local dentist rather than a tourist-facing clinic, this is worth considering.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic — the kind where the dentist actually explains what they’re doing rather than rushing to the next chair. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood practice. It’s not a high-tech showroom, but thoroughness seems to be the priority. Patients familiar with Japanese dental clinics will feel at home. First-timers to Japan’s dental system may find the experience straightforward once they get through the front desk.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic's website has some English-facing content, which suggests awareness of international patients — but that doesn't confirm English-speaking staff. Expect Japanese at reception and during your appointment. A translation app like Google Translate or DeepL will carry most of the weight. Forms are almost certainly Japanese-only. If you have a specific procedure in mind beyond a basic checkup, email or call ahead — ideally with a Japanese-speaking friend — to confirm they can handle it.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.miuradental.com
    • 東京都渋谷区大山町45-12
    • Tomigaya Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 4 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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    Miura Shika Iin

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