Odaiekimae Shika
Odaiekimae Shika sits right in front of Odai Station on the都電荒川線 (Toden Arakawa Line) in the quiet residential pocket of Nishi-Ogu, Arakawa. It’s a small neighborhood dental clinic — the kind that serves locals who’ve been going there for years, not a slick urban dental chain. The clinic covers standard dentistry: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely some basic cosmetic and orthodontic work.
Their website has some English-language content, which suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. But “aware” and “ready for you” aren’t the same thing. Don’t expect fluent English at the front desk. A translation app, written notes in Japanese, or a Japanese-speaking friend will make your visit significantly smoother.
If you’re living in Arakawa or along the Toden line, this is a genuinely convenient local option for routine dental care. For complex procedures requiring detailed communication, think hard about whether language support elsewhere is worth the extra commute.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere typical of smaller neighborhood clinics. Locals report the dentist is thorough and doesn’t rush appointments. Wait times appear reasonable for a non-chain clinic. It’s the kind of place where you’ll see the same doctor each visit rather than rotating staff. No strong evidence of English-speaking reviews, which itself tells you something about the typical patient base.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.odai-shika.net
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東京都荒川区西尾久２－３７－７ 中村ビル１０１号室
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Nishi-Ogu Station (Arakawa Line) — 2 min walk
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