Takahashi Sumairu Shika

Total reviews: 345
Higashi-Ōme Station (JR Ōme Line) — 3 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Takahashi Sumairu Shika (高橋スマイル歯科) is a general dental clinic run by the Jiseikai Medical Corporation in Higashi-Ome, a residential area in western Tokyo — far from the central expat hubs, but a real neighborhood clinic if you live out that way. They handle the full range of dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely orthodontic consultations given the “smile” branding. The website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients, but don’t assume fluent English on the phone or at reception. If you’re booking, try via email or their web form first, and bring a translation app as backup. This is Ome — not Roppongi — so the patient base is largely local Japanese families. That’s not a knock; it usually means shorter waits and a more relaxed pace than downtown clinics. Just go in with realistic expectations about language support.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic — typical of neighborhood dentistry in suburban Tokyo. Locals mention thorough checkups and a dentist who takes time to explain treatment. Wait times seem reasonable, especially compared to busier central Tokyo practices. The atmosphere is low-key and family-friendly. No reports of rushed appointments. Not a lot of international patient reviews to pull from, which tells you something about the typical patient mix here.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English-visible content on their website, which is a step above zero — but that doesn't mean the front desk picks up the phone in English. Realistically, reception is probably Japanese-only or very limited. Written communication via their web form may be easier than calling. Bring a translation app (Google Translate's camera mode works well for forms). If your Japanese is even basic, this clinic will feel manageable. If you need full English support end-to-end, call ahead and confirm before booking.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.takasuma.net
    • 東京都青梅市東青梅5-16-24
    • Higashi-Ōme Station (JR Ōme 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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    Takahashi Sumairu Shika

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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