Shimizu Shika Iin
Shimizu Shika Iin is a neighborhood dental clinic sitting in the Sunvista Nishidai building in Itabashi’s Hasune area — residential, quiet, not the kind of place you stumble into by accident. You’re coming here on purpose, probably because you live nearby.
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. Reality is probably a mix of basic communication, pointing at things, and your phone’s translation app doing some heavy lifting. That said, plenty of expats get through Japanese dental appointments just fine — teeth are teeth, and dentists are used to showing rather than telling.
Standard general dentistry: cleanings, fillings, the usual. Nothing in the publicly available info suggests specialist services beyond that. If you need something complex like implants or orthodontics, confirm before you book.
Good option if you’re in Itabashi and need a local dentist without trekking to central Tokyo.
Patient Feedback
No substantial English-language review base is publicly available for this clinic. That’s pretty typical for a small neighborhood dental office in a residential part of Itabashi — most patients are local. What the website suggests is a straightforward, no-frills practice focused on general dentistry. Expect a calm, quiet environment rather than a busy urban clinic. If you go, bring patience and a translation app, and consider calling ahead to gauge communication comfort.
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://shimizudds.com/
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東京都板橋区蓮根３－９－５－２１５ サンビスタ西台
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Nishi-Daichi Station (Toei Mita Line) — 3 min walk
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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.
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