NISHIMOTO SHIKA

Total reviews: 345
Gotanda Station (Yamanote Line) — 3 min walk
  • English clinic website available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Nishimoto Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic sitting on the ground floor of a small building in Higashi-Gotanda, Shinagawa. It’s a general dentistry practice — cleanings, fillings, crowns, the usual — not a specialist clinic chasing international patients. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual front desk. Bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is zero. That said, it’s conveniently placed in a part of Shinagawa that’s walkable from Gotanda Station, which makes it a practical option if you live or work in the area and need a local dentist you can actually get to without a mission. Appointment booking appears to be available online. A solid community dental option — just go in with realistic expectations about the language situation.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills dental experience. The clinic has a local, neighborhood feel rather than a polished international vibe. Patients tend to note the dentist is thorough and doesn’t rush appointments. Wait times are generally reasonable for a smaller practice. It’s the kind of place regulars stick with — not flashy, but reliable. Expect a calm, quiet environment rather than a busy chain-style clinic.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee a fluent English-speaking receptionist at the desk. Full English service is unconfirmed. Your safest move: use Google Translate for any forms, keep your Japanese phrasebook handy, or bring someone bilingual. Phone calls in English are a gamble. Email inquiry first if you want to test the waters before showing up.

    Contact & Location

    • http://nishimoto-dental.jp/
    • 東京都品川区東五反田1-21-8 西元ビル 一階
    • Gotanda Station (Yamanote 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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    NISHIMOTO SHIKA

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