Sakura Shikaiin

Sakura Shikaiin sits inside a standalone annex attached to a Summit supermarket in Higashi-Nagasaki, Toshima — which means you can grab groceries after getting a filling. Practical. The clinic handles general dentistry: cleanings, cavities, extractions, the usual. Their website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation. The staff may or may not be comfortable going beyond basic phrases. If you’re a nervous dental patient who needs detailed explanations in English, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or lean on a translation app. If you just need a competent local dentist and can manage with pointing and patience, this could work fine. It’s a neighborhood clinic — not a fancy expat-focused practice — so expect a no-fuss, functional experience.