OSHIMA Dental Clinic
OSHIMA Dental Clinic sits in Takamatsu, a quiet residential stretch of Nerima — not the most central location, but manageable by local train. It’s a general dentistry practice operating under a medical corporation (医療法人), which usually signals a more established setup than a solo dentist running a shopfront clinic.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual experience. It likely means they’ve made an effort to be accessible to non-Japanese speakers, not that the whole team is fluent. Bring a translation app as backup and prep any medical history notes in Japanese if you can.
Good fit for expats in Nerima who need routine dental work — checkups, cleanings, fillings — and don’t want to commute all the way into central Tokyo for it. Not the place to assume specialist care without confirming first.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this clinic isn’t widely available in English-language sources, so a detailed picture is hard to pin down. Based on its structure as a medical corporation practice in a residential Nerima neighborhood, expect a standard Japanese dental clinic experience — methodical, unhurried by Tokyo-center standards, and focused on thoroughness over speed. Locals tend to be regulars, which often means appointment slots fill up. Book ahead.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.oshima-shika.jp
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東京都練馬区高松３－１３－９
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Takamatsu Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 2 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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