Shiinamachieki egao Shika
Shiinamachieki egao Shika sits on the ground floor of the Polaris Mejiro building, a short walk from Shiinamachi Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line. It’s a general dental clinic covering the usual bases — cleanings, fillings, orthodontics, implants, and cosmetic work.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a full conversation in English. Reception may have limited English, and the dentists’ language ability isn’t confirmed. A translation app and some patience will likely help.
It’s in a residential stretch of Toshima, which means it runs more like a neighborhood clinic than a busy urban chain. Appointments are standard practice here. If you’re living in the Mejiro or Ikebukuro area and need a local dentist without trekking into central Tokyo, this is a reasonable option to try — just go in with realistic expectations about language support.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic — typical of neighborhood dental practices in residential Tokyo. Dentists are described as thorough and not rushing through appointments. Wait times appear reasonable when you book ahead. The vibe is quiet and local rather than slick and clinical. No strong reports of English-fluent staff, but patients note the team is patient and willing to work through communication slowly.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.egao-dental.com
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東京都豊島区目白５－２１－８ ポラリス目白１Ｆ
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Mejiro Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 2 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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.
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