Numabe Shika

Total reviews: 345
Komazawa-Daita Station (Tokyu Denentoshi Line) — 3 min walk
  • Periodontal specialist focus
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Numabe Shika is a periodontics-focused dental clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Komazawa in Setagaya. The website — numabe-perio.com — signals a clear specialty emphasis on gum disease and periodontal treatment, which sets it apart from your average neighborhood dentist. Komazawa is a quieter part of Setagaya, close to Komazawa-daigaku Station on the Den-en-toshi Line, so it’s accessible but not exactly central Tokyo.

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which suggests they’ve at least thought about international patients. Whether that translates to a smooth English-speaking experience at the front desk is less certain. If your Japanese is limited, go in prepared — have your symptoms written out, bring a translation app, and don’t expect a fully bilingual consultation. That said, a clinic that bothers with English web content is usually more foreigner-friendly than one that doesn’t.

    Good option if you have a specific gum-related issue and want a specialist rather than a general dentist.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a clinic that takes periodontal issues seriously rather than rushing people through. The specialist focus means you’re more likely to get a thorough assessment of gum health than a quick scale-and-polish. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The setting is calm and low-key — no big hospital energy. Patients with specific gum concerns seem to appreciate the targeted approach, though general dentistry needs can also be handled here.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic runs an English-language version of its website, which is a decent sign. In practice, full English consultation is not confirmed. Reception staff may have basic English, but don't count on it for anything detailed. Bring a translation app like Google Translate or DeepL, and write down your symptoms and dental history in Japanese if you can. Forms are likely Japanese-only. This is manageable for straightforward appointments — less so for complex treatment discussions without preparation.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.numabe-perio.com
    • 東京都世田谷区駒沢3-12-11
    • Komazawa-Daita Station (Tokyu Denentoshi 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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