Shimamoto Shikaiin
Shimamoto Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into Nakanobu, a quiet residential pocket of Shinagawa. It’s the kind of place locals have been going to for years — not a flashy multi-chair chain, just a straightforward dentist doing regular work: cleanings, fillings, crowns, basic oral care.
The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t bank on walking in and having a smooth English conversation at the front desk. Japanese is the working language here. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a bilingual friend, especially for anything involving your dental history or treatment options.
Nakanobu Station (Tokyu Ōimachi Line) is the closest access point. It’s a short walk from there. The area is residential and low-key — not the kind of neighborhood you’d stumble into by accident, but easy enough to reach.
Good fit for expats who have some Japanese ability or are comfortable using translation tools. Not the right pick if you need full English-language support from check-in to checkout.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere typical of small neighborhood dental practices. The dentist takes time with explanations rather than rushing through appointments. Wait times appear reasonable for a local clinic of this size. No reports of English-language support from staff, so patients who’ve had positive experiences here tend to have either functional Japanese or came prepared with translation tools. Consistent, no-drama dental care seems to be the general takeaway.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://shimamoto-dental.cihp2.jp/
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東京都品川区中延３－１０－８
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Nakanobu Station (Asakusa Line) — 3 min walk
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