SHIGA DENTAL OFFICE

Total reviews: 345
Iidabashi Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 min walk
  • Conversational English available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Shiga Dental Office sits on the second floor of a building in Otowa, one of Bunkyo’s quieter residential stretches — not far from Gokokuji Station on the Yurakucho Line. It’s a standard Japanese neighborhood dental clinic run under the medical corporation Shinseikai, handling the usual range of dental work: checkups, cleanings, fillings, crowns, and general oral care.

    For English speakers, there’s conversational English available, which puts it a step above the average clinic where you’d be fully dependent on Google Translate and hand gestures. You’re not going to get a fully bilingual consultation, but basic communication about symptoms, treatment plans, and appointments should be manageable without bringing a Japanese-speaking friend.

    It’s a small, local practice — not a flashy international clinic, not a multi-chair chain operation. If you live or work in Bunkyo and need a reliable dentist you can actually talk to, this is a practical option worth knowing about.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients tend to describe a calm, unhurried atmosphere — typical of smaller neighborhood clinics where you’re not being rushed through a packed schedule. The dentists are reported to be thorough and explanatory, which matters when you’re trying to follow along in a second language. Wait times are generally reasonable. It’s not a high-tech showroom, but the care is attentive and the environment is low-stress.

    English Language Proficiency

    Conversational English is available, so you can get through the basics — describing pain, asking what a procedure involves, confirming your next appointment. Don't expect full bilingual explanations of every clinical detail, but you won't be left completely in the dark either. Forms are likely in Japanese, so having your insurance card and basic personal info written down in advance helps. A translation app as backup is still a smart move.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.shiga-dental.com
    • 東京都文京区音羽1-23-22-2F
    • Iidabashi Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 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.
    SHIGA DENTAL OFFICE

    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.