Oda Shika Clinic
Oda Shika Clinic sits on the ground floor of the Brilliant Nishi-Kunitachi building in Tachikawa, a mid-sized city in western Tokyo that’s well-connected but not exactly expat central. It’s a neighborhood dental clinic — the kind of place locals go for routine cleanings, fillings, and checkups rather than specialized cosmetic work.
The website has some English-language content, which suggests at least some awareness that non-Japanese patients exist. That said, don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual experience. Whether staff can hold a real dental conversation in English is unclear — bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is minimal. Google Translate on your phone will earn its keep here.
For expats living in or around Tachikawa, this is a reasonable local option for standard dental needs. If you’re coming from central Tokyo specifically for this clinic, that’s probably overkill unless you already have a reason to be in the area.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on this clinic is limited in English-language spaces, which is typical for neighborhood dental practices in suburban Tokyo. General patterns for clinics like this: appointments tend to run on time, doctors are thorough with explanations (in Japanese), and the environment is clean and modern. Expect a professional but no-frills experience. Wait times are usually short if you book ahead. Nothing flashy — just functional local dentistry done properly.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://oda-dc.net
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東京都立川市羽衣町１－８－８ ブリリアント西国立１Ｆ
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Nishi-Kunitachi Station (JR Chuo Line) — 3 min walk
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- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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