Touma Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Minami-Senju Station (Hibiya Line) — 2 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Touma Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic in Minami-Senju, one of Arakawa’s more residential pockets in northeast Tokyo. It’s a small, local practice — the kind that’s been serving the same community for years rather than chasing international patients. The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a full English consultation. Basic communication might be manageable, but bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your dental issue is complicated. This isn’t a foreigner-focused clinic, so expect a traditional Japanese dental experience: methodical, thorough, and probably a bit quiet. For expats living in Arakawa or commuting through Minami-Senju, it’s a genuinely convenient local option worth knowing about.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a careful, unhurried approach — this isn’t a conveyor-belt dental practice. Appointments tend to run on time, and the dentist is described as thorough rather than rushed. The atmosphere is calm and low-key, typical of a long-established local clinic. Don’t expect a lot of small talk, but the clinical care seems solid. Good fit for patients who want their teeth dealt with properly, not quickly.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English on its website, which suggests some awareness of non-Japanese patients — but that doesn't mean the staff speak English fluently. Reception is likely Japanese-only or very basic English at best. If you're coming in for a routine cleaning, you might get by with gestures and Google Translate. For anything involving diagnosis, treatment options, or pain, bring written notes in Japanese or a bilingual friend. Don't rely on real-time English communication.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.toma-shika.com/
    • 東京都荒川区南千住5-43-6
    • Minami-Senju Station (Hibiya Line) — 2 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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