Momo Shika

Total reviews: 345
Ikegami Station (Ikegami Line) — 8 min walk
  • Neighborhood clinic, unhurried pace
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Momo Shika (萠歯科) is a general dental clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Ota Ward, in the Kamiikegami area. It’s not a flashy urban clinic — this is neighborhood dentistry, the kind of place locals return to for years. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t show up expecting a fully bilingual setup. Full English service hasn’t been confirmed, so bring a translation app and write down your symptoms beforehand. That said, smaller neighborhood clinics in Japan often make up for language gaps with patience and thoroughness — they’re not rushing you out the door. Ota Ward is a bit off the expat radar compared to central Tokyo, so if you’re living nearby in areas like Senzoku or Yukigaya, this is worth knowing about. Standard dental services: cleanings, fillings, checkups. If you need something specialized, ask before booking.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic — the kind where the dentist actually explains what they’re doing rather than just drilling and billing. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood practice. No reports of long queues. The vibe is quiet and local rather than slick and corporate. Thoroughness gets mentioned more than speed, which is usually a good sign at a dental clinic.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients, but confirmed English-speaking staff hasn't been verified. Reception is likely Japanese-only. Bring Google Translate or a similar app. Writing down your symptoms and dental history in Japanese beforehand will save you a lot of back-and-forth. Don't expect English forms. If your Japanese is zero, call ahead or have someone call for you before booking.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.momo-shika.com
    • 東京都大田区上池台2-26-9 メゾンシャテーヌA
    • Ikegami Station (Ikegami 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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    Proficiency Score
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