Sakou Shikakoukuugeka Kurinikku

Total reviews: 345
Kugahara Station (Ota Line) — 3 min walk
  • Oral surgery on-site
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Sakou Shikakoukuugeka Kurinikku is a dental and oral surgery clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Kugahara in Ota Ward — not the most obvious expat neighborhood, but a solid option if you live or work on the Ikegami or Tamagawa lines. The “koukuugeka” part matters: this isn’t just routine cleanings and fillings. Oral surgery is part of the actual scope here, so things like extractions, jaw issues, or more involved dental work are genuinely on the table.

    English capability is described as conversational, which in practice usually means at least one person at the front desk can handle basics, and you won’t be completely on your own. Don’t expect a fully bilingual experience, but you should be able to explain your symptoms and understand what’s being recommended. Having a translation app ready never hurts. The website is in Japanese, so booking ahead with a prepared note in Japanese about your needs will smooth things out considerably.

    Small neighborhood clinic energy — not a flashy expat-focused operation, but competent and real.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried approach — the kind of clinic where the dentist actually explains what they’re doing rather than just getting it done. Wait times seem reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The oral surgery capability earns specific mentions from people who needed extractions or more complex work. Vibe is calm and professional, not rushed. It’s a smaller operation, so you get more face time with the actual dentist than you might at a large urban chain clinic.

    English Language Proficiency

    Conversational English is available, which means basic communication works — describing pain, understanding a treatment plan, getting through intake. Don't expect fully English forms or a bilingual dentist walking you through every clinical detail. The website is Japanese-only, so use Google Translate to prep before you call or show up. A written note explaining your issue in Japanese is a genuinely useful move here. Translation apps during the appointment will help fill any gaps. Manageable for most expats, stressful if your Japanese is zero and your dental issue is complex.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.sakoh-dc.com
    • 東京都大田区久が原2-20-6
    • Kugahara Station (Ota 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Sakou Shikakoukuugeka Kurinikku

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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