Otawara Shika
Otawara Shika sits in Negishi, a quiet residential pocket of Taito — not far from Uguisudani Station, tucked between Ueno and the old shitamachi streets. It’s a neighborhood dental clinic doing general dentistry: checkups, fillings, cleanings, the usual. The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English conversation. You might get lucky with basic communication, or you might be reaching for Google Translate. Either way, it’s worth a call or email first to test the waters. Nothing about this place screams expat-specialist, but it’s a solid local option if you’re based in Taito or east of Ueno and need dental care without trekking to the big international clinics.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on this clinic is limited online, especially in English. The local reviews suggest a standard neighborhood dental practice — not flashy, not cutting-edge, but competent and unhurried. Appointments appear to run on time, and the dentist is described as thorough rather than rushed. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding or explanation in English. It feels like a place regulars return to, not a clinic chasing international patients.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://otawara-dc.jp
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東京都台東区根岸３－１６－１５
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Uguisudani Station (Yamanote Line) — 4 min walk
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