Saito Shika

Total reviews: 345
Nakagawa Station (Asakusa Line) — 3 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Saito Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Nakagawa in Adachi Ward — the quieter, more affordable side of Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they actually live there. It handles the standard range of dental work: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and likely some orthodontic consultation. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a better sign than nothing, but whether that translates to a genuinely English-capable reception desk or just a translated page is genuinely unclear. If you live in Adachi and need a local dentist, it’s worth a phone call or an email to test the waters before booking. Don’t expect an international clinic experience. Do expect a solid, no-frills Japanese neighborhood dental practice where the focus is on getting the work done properly. Bring a translation app as backup. Google Translate on your phone will handle most of the intake paperwork if forms aren’t bilingual.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, efficient practice — typical of well-run Japanese neighborhood dentists. Appointments tend to run on time. The dentist is described as thorough and methodical, not rushed. Waiting room is modest and functional. It’s not flashy, but patients generally feel the clinical work is solid. Not a lot of hand-holding or explanation offered unprompted, so ask questions if you need clarity on treatment plans.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has some English on its website, which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that's the ceiling of what's confirmed. Reception is likely Japanese-only in practice. No evidence of English-language intake forms or bilingual staff. A translation app will be essential for most expats. If you can send an email in Japanese (or use a translation tool to write one), testing their responsiveness before your first visit is a smart move.

    Contact & Location

    • http://saito-shika.net
    • 東京都足立区中川2-9-13
    • Nakagawa Station (Asakusa Line) — 3 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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    Proficiency Score
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