Nakamura Shika
Nakamura Shika is a small dental clinic tucked inside Sanmatsu Square Garden, a low-rise building in the residential Higashimine-cho area of Ota Ward. It’s not a big-city clinic with a slick multilingual front desk — this is a neighborhood dentist serving locals. The website has some English-language content, which suggests at least some awareness of foreign patients, but don’t walk in expecting fluent English conversation. A translation app on your phone is your best friend here. That said, for expats living in Ota — which covers a huge chunk of southern Tokyo including Kamata and Omori — having a local dentist option at all matters. If you need routine work, a cleaning, or something urgent and you’re nearby, this is worth knowing about. Just go prepared: write down your symptoms in Japanese or have a translation ready before you arrive.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried environment — the kind of local clinic where you’re not rushed out the door. The dentist appears thorough rather than quick. Wait times seem reasonable for a small practice. It’s not a high-volume city clinic, so appointments likely run closer to schedule. The vibe is quiet and professional rather than flashy. Nothing dramatic either way — just solid neighborhood dentistry.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.nakamura-shika.info/
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東京都大田区東嶺町４４－９ 三松スクウェアガーデン２０１
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Keikyu Minamioi Station (Keikyu Main Line) — 8 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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