Taira Shika
Taira Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into a residential building in Minami-Nagasaki, Toshima — not a flashy chain, just a local practice that’s been serving the area for a while. The clinic covers standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and cosmetic treatments. Their website has some English content, which suggests they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully English consultation. You’ll likely need to prepare some Japanese phrases or bring a translation app for anything beyond the basics. That said, the clinic is accessible from Ochiai-Minami-Nagasaki Station on the Toei Oedo Line, making it reasonably convenient for expats living in Toshima, Nerima, or Shinjuku. If you’re after a big international clinic with English-speaking staff guaranteed, look elsewhere. If you need solid, local dental care and don’t mind bridging a small language gap, this is worth considering.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — this isn’t a high-volume conveyor-belt clinic. Dentists reportedly take time to explain procedures, which matters when you’re anxious about communicating across a language gap. Wait times seem reasonable for a neighborhood practice. No strong complaints about rushed appointments. The vibe is quiet and local rather than polished and corporate, which some expats prefer and others find underwhelming.
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 -
https://www.taira-shika.com/
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東京都豊島区南長崎５－１３－１０ グランデール日盛１０２
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Mejiro Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 4 min walk
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