Ooi Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Hachioji Station (JR Chuo Line) — 12 min walk
  • Suburban Tokyo location
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Ooi Shikaiin is a dental clinic tucked on the second floor of Crescent Hills building in Bessho, Hachioji — one of Tokyo’s outer western wards, more suburban than central, but well-connected by train. The clinic operates under the medical corporation Somonkai, which suggests a structured, professional setup rather than a one-dentist side operation.

    Their website has some English-facing content, which is a decent sign, but don’t show up expecting a fully bilingual front desk. The real English capability on the ground is unclear — you might get by with a translation app and some patience, or you might find someone who can handle basic dental vocabulary. It’s worth calling ahead or emailing to test the waters before booking.

    For routine dental work — checkups, cleanings, fillings — this kind of neighborhood clinic in Hachioji is often more accessible and less crowded than central Tokyo options. If you’re living or working in the western Tokyo area and need a dentist without a long commute into the city, this is worth a look.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic — the kind where the dentist actually explains what they’re doing rather than rushing to the next chair. Wait times appear reasonable for a suburban practice. The second-floor location is easy to miss if you’re not looking for it. General vibe is quiet and professional, not flashy. Patients seem to return regularly, which usually says more than any review.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English presence online, but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or chairside. There's no confirmed information about English forms or bilingual doctors. If you go, bring a translation app — Google Translate's camera mode handles Japanese dental forms reasonably well. Emailing ahead in English to see how they respond is the smartest move. Basic dental vocabulary in Japanese would also help smooth things along.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.ooi-shika.com
    • 東京都八王子市別所1-17-1 クレセントヒルズ2F
    • Hachioji Station (JR Chuo Line) — 12 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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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Ooi Shikaiin

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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