Okuhata Shika Kurinikku

Total reviews: 345
Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 8 min walk
  • English website available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Okuhata Shika Kurinikku is a dental clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Hommachi in Shibuya — not the flashy part of Shibuya, but the quieter western side near Hatsudai. It’s a small, established practice under the medical corporation Kyoryukai, which usually signals a reasonably organized operation.

    The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign — at minimum, someone thought about international patients. But “some English online” doesn’t guarantee fluent front-desk conversation. Expect basic communication to be possible, but bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything nuanced like treatment plans or insurance paperwork.

    Standard dental services — checkups, cleanings, fillings, likely some cosmetic work — are the bread and butter here. No indication of specialist-level oral surgery or orthodontics as a primary focus. For straightforward dental care in a neighborhood that isn’t overrun with expat-oriented clinics, this is a practical option worth considering.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — not a conveyor-belt clinic. The dentist is described as thorough and willing to explain procedures. Wait times appear reasonable for a smaller practice. No major red flags in reported experiences. As with many local Japanese dental clinics, the clinical side tends to run smoothly; the communication side depends heavily on how complex your needs are.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English content, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that's not the same as a bilingual reception desk. Realistically, basic exchanges (booking, "which tooth hurts") are probably manageable. Detailed treatment discussions, billing questions, or insurance claims? You'll want Google Translate or a Japanese-speaking companion. No confirmed English-speaking staff on record. Call ahead if English support is a dealbreaker for you.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.okuhata-shika.com
    • 東京都渋谷区本町5-39-4
    • Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 8 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

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    Okuhata Shika Kurinikku

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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