Ohta Shikaiin
Ohta Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic in Sugamo, Toshima — a quiet, older part of northern Tokyo that most expats pass through only on the way to somewhere else. That’s a shame, because this place is worth knowing about. It’s a general dentistry practice handling the full range of dental work: checkups, cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions. Nothing exotic, but done reliably.
English capability here is conversational — enough to get through an appointment without a translator app running the whole time. Reception can handle basic intake in English, and the clinic has some English-language resources to help you understand what’s being done to your teeth. It won’t feel like a fully bilingual practice, but it won’t feel like a guessing game either.
Sugamo is a 5-minute walk from Sugamo Station on the Mita Line and Yamanote Line, so access from most parts of Tokyo is straightforward. If you live in Toshima or northern Tokyo and need a dentist you can actually communicate with, this is a solid practical option.
Patient Feedback
Patients tend to describe straightforward, no-drama appointments. The dentist is thorough without being alarmist — explains what’s happening and why before starting work. Wait times are generally reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The atmosphere is calm and a bit old-school, which some people find reassuring and others find underwhelming. No one’s raving about luxury, but complaints about care quality are rare.
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://www.ohtashika.com
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東京都豊島区巣鴨１－３６－１０
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Sugamo Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 2 min walk
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