Ohata Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Setagaya-ku Yakusho-mae Station (Setagaya Line) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English confirmed
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Ohata Shikaiin is a dental clinic on the second floor of Hillside Building in Funabashi, Setagaya — a quiet residential pocket of Tokyo that’s easy to miss if you’re not already living nearby. It’s a general dentistry practice handling the usual range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and checkups.

    The clinic has conversational English capability, which in practice means you won’t be completely on your own if your Japanese is limited. Staff can manage basic dental conversations in English, and there are some English-language resources available. It won’t feel like a clinic in your home country, but it’s a solid step up from pointing at your teeth and hoping for the best.

    If you’re an expat living in Setagaya — a ward with a decent-sized foreign resident population — this is a genuinely practical local option. No need to trek into central Tokyo for routine dental work. Appointments are recommended.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients generally describe a calm, neighborhood clinic feel — not rushed, not flashy. The dentist is reported to be thorough and takes time to explain what’s happening, which matters a lot when you’re anxious about communicating in a second language. Wait times are typical for a local practice. It’s not a high-tech showroom, but the work gets done properly and the atmosphere is low-stress.

    English Language Proficiency

    Conversational English is available, meaning staff can handle basic dental vocabulary and appointment logistics without too much friction. Don't expect fluent clinical explanations in English, but simple questions — what's wrong, what's the treatment, how much — are manageable. Some English resources are on hand. A translation app as backup is still smart. Forms may be in Japanese, so arriving a few minutes early to sort paperwork helps.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.ohatadental.com
    • 東京都世田谷区船橋1-1-15 ヒルサイドビル2F
    • Setagaya-ku Yakusho-mae Station (Setagaya Line) — 2 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Ohata Shikaiin

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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