SHIOBARA SHIKAIIN

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Tabata Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 3 min walk
  • Near Tabata Station (Yamanote)
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Shiobara Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic in Tabata, Kita Ward — the kind of place locals have been going to for years rather than a flashy chain. They cover standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and routine checkups. The clinic has some English content on their website, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual front desk. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for anything beyond pointing at your tooth and grimacing. Tabata Station (JR Yamanote and Keihin-Tohoku lines) puts this clinic within easy reach from a good chunk of central and north Tokyo. It’s a practical option if you’re in Kita Ward and need reliable, no-nonsense dental care without trekking into central Tokyo.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward, efficient clinic without long waits. The dentist is described as thorough and direct — you get an explanation of what’s happening, not just a drill-and-go experience. The atmosphere is calm and unpretentious. It’s a small practice, so appointment slots can fill up. Not a high-tech cosmetic clinic, but solid for everyday dental needs.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English-facing content, which suggests awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at the desk. Expect Japanese-first communication at reception and during consultations. A translation app will carry you through most of a routine visit. If you have complex treatment needs, bringing a Japanese-speaking friend is the safer call. Simple visits — cleanings, pain complaints — are manageable with patience and your phone.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.shiobara-dc.com
    • 東京都北区田端1-24-22
    • Tabata Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 3 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

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    SHIOBARA SHIKAIIN

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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