Takahashi Shikaiin
Takahashi Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Koyama in Shinagawa — not a flashy urban practice, but the kind of place locals have been going to for years. They handle standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and general checkups. The clinic has some English-facing content on their website (the URL alone — 6480shika.com — is a classic Japanese number pun, 6-4-8-0 reading as “mu-shi-ba-zero,” meaning “zero cavities”), which suggests at least some awareness of non-Japanese patients. That said, full English service isn’t confirmed. If you speak zero Japanese, bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend for your first visit. The area around Koyama is quiet and walkable, close to Musashi-Koyama Station on the Tokyu Meguro Line. Not the most convenient for expats based in central Tokyo, but fine if you’re in the Shinagawa area and need a reliable local dentist without trekking into the city center.
Patient Feedback
Patient data for this clinic is limited in English-language sources. Based on its neighborhood positioning and local longevity, it likely runs a fairly standard Japanese dental practice: appointment-based, reasonably on-schedule, and thorough by habit rather than by marketing. Expect a no-frills environment — functional, clean, and focused on the work. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding or explanatory conversation if there’s a language gap.
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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Osaki Station (Yamanote Line) — 8 min walk
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