Shimizuzaka Shika Kurinikku

Total reviews: 345
Togoshi Station (Asakusa Line) — 2 min walk
  • Thorough, unhurried appointments
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Shimizuzaka Shika Kurinikku is a dental clinic tucked into Togoshi, a quiet residential pocket of Shinagawa ward. Not a flashy expat-focused practice — this is a neighborhood dentist that happens to have some English content on its website. That’s a meaningful signal that they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients, but don’t walk in expecting full bilingual service. Bring Google Translate for anything complicated.

    The clinic covers standard dental work: checkups, cleanings, fillings, and likely basic restorative work. Togoshi is a local area, so the vibe here is practical and no-frills rather than polished and international-clinic-adjacent. If you live in southern Shinagawa or around Togoshi Ginza, this could be a solid regular dentist. If you’re crossing town from Shibuya or Shinjuku specifically for English support, that’s a harder sell without confirming their capabilities first.

    Call ahead or email via the website before your first visit. Confirm what English support actually looks like. The website is a starting point, not a guarantee.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback paints a picture of a thorough, unhurried dentist who takes time to explain treatment. Wait times appear reasonable for a local clinic. The atmosphere is calm and low-pressure — no upselling reported. Patients describe the doctor as careful and attentive. It reads less like a volume-driven urban practice and more like a dentist who actually remembers you visit to visit. Not a lot of reviews in English, so the full picture is patchy.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English-language content, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't automatically mean reception speaks English fluently. No confirmed reports of English-speaking staff. If your Japanese is limited, a translation app will likely carry the weight here. Written communication via email before your visit is your best move — it gives staff time to prepare and you a clearer sense of what to expect. Don't assume; verify first.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.shimizuzaka.com/
    • 東京都品川区戸越2-1-20
    • Togoshi 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.
    Shimizuzaka Shika Kurinikku

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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