oujiekimaeshika

Total reviews: 345
Oji Station (Namboku Line) — 1 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • 王子駅前歯科 sits on the third floor of the KS Building right in front of Oji Station — easy to find, easy to get to on the Keihin-Tohoku or Namboku lines. It’s a general dental clinic covering the usual bases: checkups, cleanings, fillings, and more involved restorative work.

    The staff have conversational English, which means you can get through an appointment without a translation app glued to your face. It won’t be a fully bilingual experience, but the basics — explaining pain, asking about procedures, understanding what comes next — are manageable. For expats living in Kita-ku or commuting through Oji, this is a genuinely convenient option that doesn’t require you to trek to central Tokyo just to see a dentist.

    Kita Ward doesn’t have a huge concentration of English-friendly clinics, so finding one this accessible near a major transfer station is worth noting. Standard Japanese health insurance is accepted.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients generally describe straightforward, no-fuss appointments. The clinic runs on time more often than not — a real plus if you’re squeezing a visit into a lunch break. Dentists are described as thorough without being alarmist, and the explanations of what they’re doing tend to be clear. The location right above the station exit means almost no walking, which people seem to genuinely appreciate. Nothing flashy, but consistent and competent.

    English Language Proficiency

    Reception and at least some of the clinical staff can handle basic English conversation — think appointment scheduling, describing symptoms, and following simple instructions. You won't get fully translated consent forms or a bilingual treatment plan, but you're not walking in completely blind either. A few key phrases in Japanese will help smooth things over, but most expats report getting through appointments without a translator. Intermediate English, essentially — functional and honest.

    Contact & Location

    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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

    A few things to keep in mind:

    • 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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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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