Tanaka Shika
Tanaka Shika sits in Mejiro, one of Toshima’s quieter residential pockets — not a flashy commercial strip, which probably tells you something about the clientele. This is a small neighborhood dental clinic doing standard dentistry: cleanings, fillings, crowns, the usual. Their website has some English content, which is a good sign, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception and full English-language consultations are not confirmed. That said, Mejiro is a calm, easy-to-navigate area, and the clinic is in a small building called Mejiro Five — straightforward to find once you’re on the right street. If your Japanese is basic or nonexistent, bring a translation app and write down your symptoms beforehand. For routine dental work, language barriers are often manageable since dentists can show you X-rays and point at things. For anything complicated — root canals, implants, detailed treatment plans — you’ll want to confirm English support before booking.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited online in English. Based on what’s available, it reads like a typical small Japanese neighborhood dental practice — efficient, no-frills, focused on getting the work done. Japanese dental clinics at this scale tend to run on time and keep appointments short and purposeful. Don’t expect extended explanations unless you ask. The Mejiro location means a quieter, less rushed atmosphere than you’d find near bigger stations.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.t-shika.jp
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東京都豊島区目白５－４－７ メジロファイブ２０６
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Mejiro Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 2 min walk
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