UEHARA DENTAL OFFICE
Uehara Dental Office is a small general dentistry clinic on the second floor of a building in Toyotama-kita, Nerima — a quiet residential part of northwest Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in by accident. If you’re here, you probably live nearby.
The clinic covers standard dental work: checkups, cleanings, fillings, extractions, that kind of thing. Their website has some English content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about non-Japanese patients, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a full conversation in English. Reception may have limited English, and consultations will likely require some Japanese or a translation app on your phone.
This isn’t a foreigner-focused clinic in Roppongi or Minami-Aoyama. It’s a neighborhood dentist. If you live in Nerima and need reliable, local dental care without trekking into central Tokyo, it’s worth knowing about. Just come prepared — have your symptoms written down, bring your health insurance card, and don’t expect everything to be explained in English without some effort on both sides.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback on Uehara Dental is limited in English, so it’s hard to paint a detailed picture. What comes through is that it functions like a typical small Japanese neighborhood dental clinic — thorough, unhurried, and focused on getting the job done. Appointments tend to run on time. The environment is quiet and low-key. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding or detailed explanations in English, but the clinical work appears solid and competent.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://www.uehara-shika.com
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東京都練馬区豊玉北６－１６－１７ ２Ｆ
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Shakujii Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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