Takahashi Shikaiin
Takahashi Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Shinagawa’s Koyama area — the kind of place locals have been going to for years rather than a flashy expat-facing practice. They handle standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and routine checkups. The clinic’s website has some English content, which is a good sign, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual experience. Bring your Japanese health insurance card, and if your Japanese is minimal, prepare a note or use a translation app for anything beyond basic pointing. It’s a practical, no-frills option if you live or work in Shinagawa and just need solid dental care without trekking to a bigger international clinic. Nearest stations are Musashi-Koyama or Nishi-Koyama on the Tokyu Meguro Line.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, efficient clinic — appointments tend to run on time, and the dentist is described as thorough without being rushed. It has the feel of a long-established neighborhood practice where the staff know their regulars. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding through explanations in English, but patients generally leave with their dental issues actually addressed, not just partially treated and rescheduled endlessly.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.6480shika.com
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東京都品川区小山３－１１－１８
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Osawa Station (Keihin-Tohoku Line) — 4 min walk
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