Moana Shika Clinic Higasinagasakiiin

Total reviews: 345
Nagasaki Station (Toden Arakawa Line) — 3 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Moana Shika Clinic Higashinagasaki sits on the ground floor of the Johoku Nissенren Building in Nagasaki, Toshima — a quiet residential stretch in western Tokyo, a short walk from Higashi-Nagasaki Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line. It’s a general dental clinic covering the usual range: checkups, cleanings, fillings, crowns, and basic restorative work.

    The English situation is real but modest — staff have conversational ability, so you can get through an appointment without a translator in your pocket. Don’t expect fluent clinical explanations in English, but the basics land. It’s the kind of place where you can describe your symptoms, understand the treatment plan, and leave without total confusion.

    The clinic is part of the Houyu-kai medical corporation, which runs several Moana Shika locations around Tokyo. That means consistent systems and some standardization — useful if you’re new to Japanese dental care and want something that feels organized. Good for routine dental maintenance. Probably not your first call for complex orthodontics or implant surgery.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients generally describe straightforward, no-fuss appointments. The clinic runs on time more often than not — a genuine plus in Tokyo dental care. Dentists are described as thorough during exams without being alarmist. The atmosphere is calm and clinical rather than flashy. A few patients note the explanations are clear even when delivered partly in Japanese, with staff making an effort to bridge the gap.

    English Language Proficiency

    Reception can handle conversational English — enough to check you in, confirm your insurance situation, and walk through basic treatment options. Don't expect fully bilingual consultations, but you won't be left completely in the dark either. Forms are likely in Japanese, so bring your health insurance card and be ready to fill things out with some assistance. A translation app as backup is smart, but probably not essential for a routine visit.

    Contact & Location

    • http://moana-dc.info/
    • 東京都豊島区長崎5-1-32 城北日専連ビル1F
    • Nagasaki Station (Toden Arakawa Line) — 3 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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    Moana Shika Clinic Higasinagasakiiin

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    Proficiency Score
    3/5

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