OHTANI Dental Clinic
OHTANI Dental Clinic sits in Itabashi’s Futabamachi neighborhood — a quiet residential part of northwest Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they live nearby. This is a small, local dental practice doing standard dentistry: cleanings, fillings, extractions, the everyday stuff. Their website has some English-facing elements, but don’t take that as a guarantee of fluent English consultation. Walk-in expats hoping for a fully English experience may find it patchy. That said, dental work is often easier to navigate with a language barrier than internal medicine — pointing at a tooth gets you pretty far. If you’re in the Itabashi area and need reliable neighborhood dentistry without trekking to a bigger clinic, this is a reasonable option. Bring a translation app, have your symptoms typed out in Japanese if you can, and manage expectations on the English side. Perfectly usable clinic for residents in the area.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried practice — typical of smaller Tokyo neighborhood clinics. Appointments seem to run on time, and the dentist is described as thorough rather than rushed. The vibe is low-key local, not a polished expat-facing operation. Don’t expect a lot of unprompted explanation; you may need to ask questions directly to get detail on treatment plans.
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.otani-shika.com
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東京都板橋区双葉町３３－２０
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Itabashi Station (Marunouchi Line) — 8 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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