Shinya Kyousei Shika Clinic
Shinya Kyousei Shika Clinic sits in Adachi Ward, one of Tokyo’s more residential, less expat-dense neighborhoods. The clinic focuses on orthodontics alongside general dentistry — the “kyousei” in the name literally means orthodontic correction, so if you’re looking at braces or alignment work, this is their core thing, not a side offering.
The website has some English content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about non-Japanese patients. But Adachi isn’t Minato or Shinjuku — you’re not walking into a clinic with a multilingual front desk team. Expect Japanese-dominant communication. A translation app will carry you a long way here, and bringing a Japanese-speaking friend for your first consultation isn’t a bad idea if your needs are complex.
For routine dental work or orthodontic consultations, motivated patients with basic Japanese or a phone translator have made it work at clinics like this. Just go in with realistic expectations and a list of your questions written out in advance.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a competent, no-frills dental experience. The orthodontics focus seems genuine — patients seeking alignment work report thorough consultations rather than rushed ones. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The atmosphere is quiet and functional rather than flashy. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding through the process if your Japanese is limited, but the clinical work itself gets solid marks.
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://www.shinya-dental.net
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東京都足立区青井１－１－１９
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Aoi Station (Tsukuba Express) — 2 min walk
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- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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