OOOKA SHIKA NAKANOBUSHINRYOUJO
Oooka Shika sits in the residential backstreets of Higashi-Nakanobe in Shinagawa — not a clinic you’d stumble into, but one locals clearly keep coming back to. It’s a standard neighborhood dental practice covering the usual bases: cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions. Nothing flashy, but solid and competent.
The English situation is conversational — someone on staff can get through the basics with you. Don’t expect a bilingual consultation, but you won’t be completely on your own either. A translation app as backup never hurts. The website (HarvardDent.com) is worth checking before you go for any forms or prep info.
Getting here is straightforward from Nakanobu Station on the Togito Line, or a short walk from Nishi-Oi on the JR Yokosuka Line. It’s a quiet part of Shinagawa — more residential than commercial. If you live in south Shinagawa and need a reliable local dentist who won’t leave you completely lost in translation, this is a reasonable option.
Patient Feedback
Patients generally describe a calm, unhurried experience — this isn’t a high-volume chain clinic. Wait times tend to be reasonable when you have an appointment. The dentist is described as thorough and methodical, not rushed. The space is small and unpretentious. It has the feel of a practice where the same patients have been coming for years, which is either reassuring or boring depending on your expectations.
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 -
https://HarvardDent.com
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東京都品川区東中延１－１１－１３
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Togoshi Station (Asakusa Line) — 3 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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