SAKURASHIKACLINIC

Total reviews: 345
Takenozuka Station (Tsukuba Express) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English confirmed
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Sakura Shika Clinic sits on the second floor of Takenozuka Joy Plaza in Adachi — not the flashiest part of Tokyo, but a genuinely local neighborhood where rents are lower and clinics tend to be less rushed. This is a general dentistry practice handling the full range: cleanings, fillings, extractions, implants, orthodontics. They have conversational English capability, which in practice means someone on staff can get through the basics with you — explaining a procedure, confirming your symptoms, walking you through payment. Don’t expect a fully bilingual consultation, but you won’t be stuck pointing at your teeth in total silence either. The clinic is accessible from Takenozuka Station on the Tobu Skytree Line, which puts it within reach if you’re living in northeastern Tokyo or Saitama. For expats in Adachi who want a neighborhood dentist without the language panic, this is a reasonable option.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients tend to describe a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this isn’t a high-volume urban clinic churning through appointments. The dentists are thorough and take time to explain what they’re doing. Wait times are generally reasonable if you book ahead. The setting is modest and functional, not spa-like, but the care is attentive. Locals appreciate the accessibility and the fact that it doesn’t feel like you’re being upsold on everything.

    English Language Proficiency

    There's real conversational English here — enough to handle a standard dental visit without panic. Reception can manage basic check-in questions and staff can explain common procedures in English. That said, it's not a fully bilingual clinic. Forms are likely in Japanese, so bring your insurance card and be ready to point at things occasionally. A translation app as backup is still smart, but you won't be completely on your own from the moment you walk in.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.sakura-dc.jp/
    • 東京都足立区竹の塚5-7-3 竹の塚ジョイぷらざ2階B
    • Takenozuka Station (Tsukuba Express) — 2 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?

    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.
    SAKURASHIKACLINIC

    Need a phone script in Japanese? Click here.

    Other scripts: Cancel/Reschedule · Describe Symptoms · Pharmacy · Emergency · Dental

    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

    KantanHealth is free and supported by Jozu — The document translation app for expats in Japan.