Monden Shika

Total reviews: 345
Meguro Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 8 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Monden Shika is a general dental clinic sitting on the second floor of the Tōdō Building in Meguro’s Takaban neighborhood — a quiet residential pocket that’s easy to reach from Gakugeidaigaku Station on the Tōyoko Line. They handle the standard dental range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, and periodontal care.

    The website has some English-language content, which suggests at least some awareness of foreign patients. Whether that translates to smooth English communication at reception or chairside is genuinely unclear — don’t assume you’ll be able to explain a cracked molar in full sentences without some prep. A translation app or written notes in Japanese about your symptoms will go a long way here.

    If you’re in the Meguro area and need routine dental work, this is a reasonable local option. For anything complex — implants, orthodontics, major oral surgery — you’d want to confirm their scope and your ability to communicate before booking.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward neighborhood dental practice — nothing flashy, but competent and efficient for routine work. Wait times appear reasonable for a local clinic. The dentist is described as thorough during checkups, taking time to explain findings. The environment is calm and clean. It’s a practical choice for people who live nearby and want reliable, no-fuss dental maintenance rather than a full English-concierge experience.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English content, which is a good sign — but it doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at the desk or in the chair. Realistically, this is probably a Japanese-first clinic with limited English capability. If you go, bring a written summary of your dental issue in Japanese, or use a translation app. Simple procedures with minimal back-and-forth communication should be manageable. Complex treatment discussions will be harder without Japanese support.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.monden-dental.com
    • 東京都目黒区鷹番3-19-10 とうどうビル2F
    • Meguro 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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    Monden Shika

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    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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