Urano Shika
Urano Shika is a dental clinic on the second floor of the Kadoya Building in Minami-Karasuyama, a quiet residential pocket of Setagaya. It’s a neighborhood practice — not a big multilingual clinic catering to expats, but a solid local dentist that some English-speaking patients have found workable. The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume the front desk will be fully fluent. Walk-ins are unlikely to go smoothly; booking ahead and sending a message in Japanese (or using a translation app) will make life easier. If you’re in the Setagaya area and need routine dental work — cleanings, fillings, basic care — this is worth knowing about. Just come prepared with your insurance card, some patience, and ideally a note explaining what you need.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried approach — this feels like a dentist who actually looks at your teeth rather than rushing you out. Wait times are typical for a neighborhood clinic: not instant, but not brutal. The setting is small and no-frills. Patients seem to appreciate that it doesn’t feel like a conveyor belt. No strong reports of English-fluent staff, but the atmosphere is described as calm and non-intimidating.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://uranoshika.jp
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東京都世田谷区南烏山６－４－１ かどやビル２Ｆ
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Kitazawa Station (Keio Inokashira Line) — 5 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- 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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