Uni Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Akabane Station (JR Keihin-Tohoku Line) — 3 min walk
  • Own dedicated clinic building
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Uni Shikaiin sits in its own dedicated building in Akabane Minami, one of Kita Ward’s more accessible neighborhoods with solid train connections to central Tokyo. It’s a general dental clinic handling the usual range — checkups, cleaning, fillings, crowns, and likely implants based on their site. The clinic has some English content on their website, which is a decent sign, but that doesn’t automatically mean the front desk can hold a full conversation. Realistically, you’re probably looking at a mixed situation: some staff with basic English, a lot of pointing and translation apps filling the gaps. If your dental Japanese is zero and your case is complex, bring a bilingual friend or prepare your key phrases. For routine work like cleaning or a straightforward cavity, the language barrier is probably manageable. The building is their own — named Uni Shika Building — which gives the place a settled, independent feel rather than a clinic wedged into a commercial tower.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for Uni Shikaiin isn’t widely available in English, so the picture is incomplete. Japanese reviews tend to note a calm, unhurried atmosphere and a thorough approach to treatment — the kind of dentist who explains what they’re doing rather than just getting on with it. Wait times appear reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. No reports of rushed appointments. The private building setup means it’s not a high-volume chain, which usually translates to more personal attention.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English on their website, which puts them ahead of many local dental offices in Kita Ward. But website English and spoken English are two different things. There's no confirmed information about English-speaking dentists or reception staff. For a cleaning or simple procedure, a translation app and some prepared phrases will likely get you through. For treatment discussions involving diagnosis, options, or consent — bring a Japanese-speaking friend or use a medical interpreter service. Don't assume.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.uni-dental.jp/
    • 東京都北区赤羽南2-11-11 ユニ歯科ビル1F
    • Akabane Station (JR Keihin-Tohoku Line) — 3 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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    Uni Shikaiin

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    Proficiency Score
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