ueno shikaiin
Ueno Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into the residential backstreets of Kyojima in Sumida Ward — not exactly expat central, but not unreachable either. It’s a general dentistry practice covering the usual bases: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and routine care. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t book expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception and chair-side communication in English is unconfirmed, so bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is minimal. That said, the clinic appears to be a solid local option for expats living in eastern Tokyo neighborhoods like Oshiage, Kinshicho, or Mukojima who don’t want to trek to Shinjuku every time a filling falls out. Small clinic, neighborhood feel, no fancy concierge service. If you live nearby and need reliable general dental care, it’s worth a call — just go in with realistic expectations about the language situation.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a no-frills neighborhood clinic that does the job without drama. Appointments tend to run on time — it’s a small practice, so you’re not sitting in a packed waiting room. The dentist is described as thorough and methodical rather than rushed. Vibe is quiet and local. Don’t expect a slick private clinic experience, but patients seem to leave with their problems actually fixed rather than just assessed.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://www.uenoshika.jp/
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東京都墨田区京島１－１８－６
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Tawaramachi Station (Asakusa Line) — 3 min walk
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