Shimada Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Oshiage Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 min walk
  • Steps from Oshiage Station
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Shimada Dental Clinic sits on the ground floor of the Kita Zawa Building in Oshiage, Sumida — right in the shadow of Tokyo Skytree. It’s a small, neighborhood-style dental practice covering the standard bases: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and some cosmetic work.

    The website has a few English-language elements, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients, but don’t walk in expecting a bilingual front desk. The English presence online is light — think translated headings rather than a fully English-capable operation. A translation app or bringing a Japanese-speaking friend for your first visit is a smart move.

    For expats already comfortable navigating Japan with basic Japanese or digital tools, this is a perfectly functional local dentist in a convenient Skytree-area location. If you need hand-held English support throughout your entire appointment, you’ll want to call ahead and confirm what they can actually offer before booking.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a typical small Tokyo dental clinic experience: efficient appointments, not much waiting around, and a dentist who gets the job done without a lot of small talk. The ground-floor location is easy to find. Patients seem to appreciate the straightforward approach — no upselling, no drama. It’s not a flashy international clinic, but for routine dental work in the Sumida area, it does what it needs to do.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic's website has some English content, but that doesn't guarantee an English-speaking receptionist or dentist. This is most likely a Japanese-primary practice with minimal English capacity on the ground. Bring Google Translate or a translation app you're comfortable with. If you have specific dental concerns you need to communicate clearly — pain location, medication allergies, treatment preferences — write them down in Japanese beforehand or bring someone who can help. Don't assume English will carry you through.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.shimada-dental.net
    • 東京都墨田区押上1-24-1 第8北澤ビル1F
    • Oshiage Station (Asakusa Line) — 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.
    Shimada Dental Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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