Suzuki Shika

Total reviews: 345
Kayabacho Station (Tozai Line) — 2 min walk
  • Conversational English at reception
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Suzuki Shika sits on the second floor of the Okamoto Building in Nihonbashi Kayabacho — one of those central Tokyo locations that’s genuinely easy to reach without fussing over transfers. It’s a general dental clinic handling the usual range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and basic restorative work.

    English here is conversational rather than fluent. Staff can get through the essentials — what hurts, what the treatment involves, what you’re paying — without it becoming a charades situation. That’s genuinely useful when you’re sitting in a dental chair trying to explain which tooth is bothering you. Don’t expect full clinical explanations in English, but you won’t be completely on your own either.

    The clinic has a standard Japanese dental setup: efficient, clean, no-frills atmosphere. Appointments are recommended. If you’re in Chuo ward and need a dentist who won’t blank at you when you say “I think it’s a cracked molar,” this is a reasonable option to have on your list.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients generally report a smooth, no-drama experience. The clinic runs on time more often than not — a genuine plus in a city where dental wait rooms can stretch. Dentists are thorough without being alarmist, which expats tend to appreciate after horror stories elsewhere. The setup is professional and clean. Nothing flashy, but that’s kind of the point. People come back, which says something.

    English Language Proficiency

    Reception can handle basic English — scheduling, explaining costs, describing procedures at a surface level. It's not hospital-grade interpretation, but it's enough that most English speakers report feeling understood rather than frustrated. Forms are likely in Japanese, so bring your address and insurance details written down. If your situation is complex or you need detailed post-treatment instructions, have a translation app ready as backup. Overall, one of the more accessible local dental options in the area.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.sdclinic.jp/
    • 東京都中央区日本橋茅場町1-11-3 岡本ビル2階
    • Kayabacho Station (Tozai 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

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    Suzuki Shika

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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