Uchiumi Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Shakujii Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 8 min walk
  • English website content available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Uchiumi Dental Clinic sits in Nerima Ward — not the most expat-heavy corner of Tokyo, but a legit residential neighborhood where locals actually live. The clinic handles standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and general oral care. Their website has some English-facing content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about non-Japanese patients, but don’t show up expecting a fully bilingual team. A translation app will probably be your safety net here. That said, Japanese dental clinics at this level tend to be thorough and reasonably priced compared to what you’d pay at an international clinic in central Tokyo. If you’re based in Nerima or western Tokyo and want solid dental care without the Roppongi price tag, this is worth knowing about. Call ahead if you have specific language concerns — even a quick exchange can tell you a lot about how prepared they are to see you.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic — not the kind of place rushing you out after 10 minutes. Locals describe the dentist as thorough and straightforward. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The vibe is quiet and functional rather than flashy. No reports of serious communication breakdowns with foreign patients, but most reviewers writing in detail are Japanese speakers.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic's website includes some English content, which is more than most neighborhood dental offices bother with — but that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or chairside. Realistically, expect Japanese-first communication. Bring a translation app, write down your symptoms in advance, or use Google Translate's camera function on forms. If you have complex dental history to explain, a Japanese-speaking friend on the phone could save you a lot of guesswork.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.uchiumi-dental.com
    • 東京都練馬区旭丘1-54-9アイウッド1F
    • Shakujii Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 8 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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