Yuushikai Shika

Total reviews: 345
Otsuka Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Yuushikai Shika is a general dental clinic tucked into the ground floor of a small building in Kita-Otsuka, a quiet residential stretch of Toshima that most tourists never see. It’s the kind of neighborhood clinic where the same families have probably been coming for years. The website has some English content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients, but don’t expect a fully bilingual front desk — that’s not confirmed. Standard dental services are the focus: checkups, cleanings, fillings, the usual. Nothing exotic, nothing fancy. If you’re in the Toshima area and need reliable everyday dental care, this is worth a look. Bring a translation app just in case, and consider emailing ahead to gauge their English comfort level before booking.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a straightforward neighborhood dental experience — no frills, no long waits, competent care. Reviews suggest the dentist is thorough and unhurried, which matters when you’re already anxious about communicating across a language gap. The vibe is calm and local rather than slick and corporate. Don’t expect a flashy modern setup, but patients seem to leave feeling like their teeth were actually looked at properly.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English-facing content, which is a good sign — it means they're aware that non-Japanese patients exist. But that doesn't automatically mean the front desk can hold a full English conversation. Realistically, expect Japanese-primary communication. A translation app (Google Translate works fine in most Tokyo clinics) will carry you through. Writing down your symptoms beforehand in Japanese via DeepL is genuinely useful here. Email or call before booking to test the waters.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.shika8800.com/
    • 東京都豊島区北大塚2-2-13 シャトレ・トーコー 101
    • Otsuka Station (Marunouchi 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Yuushikai Shika

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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