SATOU Shika iin
SATOU Shika iin is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked inside the Lions Plaza Ishikawadai building in Higashi-Yukigaya, Ota-ku — a quiet residential pocket in southern Tokyo. It’s a small, local practice rather than a foreigner-facing international clinic. The website has some English content, which suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist, but don’t expect fluent English-speaking staff at the front desk. Come prepared with a translation app or written notes about your symptoms. That said, dentistry is one of those specialties where communication barriers are more manageable — pointing at a tooth gets you pretty far. If you’re living in Ota-ku and need routine dental work — cleaning, fillings, checkups — this is a practical local option without trekking to central Tokyo. Just don’t walk in expecting an international clinic experience.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills neighborhood dental experience. The clinic runs on appointments, and wait times appear reasonable for a local practice. The dentist is described as thorough and careful rather than rushed. It’s a small operation, so you get a more personal feel than a large dental chain. Don’t expect a lot of small talk — it’s efficient, professional, and gets the job done.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.satou-shika.jp
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東京都大田区東雪谷２－７－２ ライオンズプラザ石川台１０１
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Ishikawadai Station (Tokyu Ikegami Line) — 2 min walk
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