Ohanajaya Taiyo Shika
Ohanajaya Taiyo Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into a small residential block in Katsushika, one of Tokyo’s quieter eastern wards. It’s the kind of place locals have been going to for years — not flashy, not a big chain, just a functional dental office doing cleanings, fillings, extractions, and the usual range of general dentistry.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception and chair-side communication will likely need a translation app or some written back-and-forth. If you have basic Japanese or a phone with Google Translate ready, you’ll manage fine. If you need hand-holding in English throughout, call ahead or bring a Japanese-speaking friend.
Location-wise, Katsushika isn’t central, but Ohanajaya Station on the Keisei Oshiage Line is close by, making it accessible from Asakusa and Oshiage without too much hassle. Good option if you live in the area and just need a reliable local dentist.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this isn’t a high-volume clinic rushing people through. Dentists tend to be thorough with explanations, though obviously that’s easier if you have some Japanese. Wait times are generally reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The space is modest and clean. Patients seem to appreciate the straightforward approach — no upselling, no pressure for unnecessary procedures. It’s a local clinic that behaves like one.
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://taiyou-dc.com/
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東京都葛飾区白鳥１－１－７ ＳＳ・ＲＥＶＥ１０１
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Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 12 min walk
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