Nagahara Shika Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Ikegami Station (Ikegami Line) — 8 min walk
  • Conversational English confirmed
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Nagahara Shika Clinic sits in the residential Kamiikeda area of Ota Ward — not a flashy part of Tokyo, but a solid, established neighborhood where locals actually go for their dental care. This is a Japanese family dental practice that handles the full range of general dentistry: checkups, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and more involved restorative work.

    English-wise, they have conversational ability and some English resources, which puts them ahead of most neighborhood dental clinics in Tokyo. You’re not going to have a deep philosophical conversation about treatment philosophy in English, but you can explain your symptoms, understand your options, and get through an appointment without needing to bring a Japanese-speaking friend.

    For expats living in Ota Ward — near Senzoku, Yukigaya, or down toward Kamata — this is a genuinely useful local option. No need to trek to Roppongi or Shinjuku just to find a dentist who won’t look panicked when you walk in speaking English.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients tend to describe this as a calm, no-drama clinic. The dentist is methodical — expect thorough explanations before any procedure, not a rushed in-and-out experience. Wait times are generally reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The atmosphere is quiet and low-key, which works well if sterile, busy dental chains make you anxious. Not a boutique cosmetic clinic, but for routine care and honest treatment recommendations, it gets consistent marks.

    English Language Proficiency

    Conversational English is available, so basic communication works — describing pain, asking what a procedure involves, understanding aftercare instructions. Don't expect fully bilingual forms or an English-language website experience. A translation app on your phone is still a smart backup, especially for anything complex like insurance paperwork or treatment plans with multiple steps. For a standard appointment, most English-speaking patients report getting through without major communication issues.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.nagahara-shika.com
    • 東京都大田区上池台1-19-7
    • 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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    Nagahara Shika Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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