Yano Shika
Yano Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic sitting in a first-floor unit of the Arakawa Building in Sakuragawa, Itabashi. It’s the kind of local practice that handles the full range of general dentistry — cleanings, fillings, extractions, that crown you’ve been putting off. The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual consultation. Reception English is unconfirmed, so bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your dental vocabulary isn’t sharp. That said, Itabashi is a residential ward with a solid expat community, and clinics here tend to be used to navigating the occasional communication gap. It’s not a specialized international clinic, but for routine dental work, it gets the job done. Check the website before visiting — it shows enough effort toward English speakers that they’re at least aware you exist.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills neighborhood dental practice. Appointments tend to run on time, which matters when you’re squeezing in a cleaning between work obligations. The dentist is described as thorough and methodical — not rushed. Wait times in the lobby are generally short. The clinic feels local and functional rather than polished or international, which suits the Itabashi neighborhood well. Don’t expect hand-holding, but expect competent, attentive dental care.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://yano-dental.jp/
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東京都板橋区桜川３－２１－５ 荒川ビル１Ｆ
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Sakuragawa Station (Arakawa Line) — 2 min walk
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