Yuushikai Shika
Yuushikai Shika is a general dental clinic tucked into a ground-floor unit of a residential building in Kita-Otsuka, Toshima. It’s a neighborhood practice — not a big polished chain, not a hospital dental wing. Just a local dentist doing regular dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, the usual.
Their website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t show up expecting a bilingual front desk. The English online presence seems more like an accessibility gesture than a guarantee of fluent English service. If you’ve got basic Japanese or a translation app handy, you’ll be fine. If you need full English communication for something complex like implants or orthodontics, call ahead first.
Location is convenient — Kita-Otsuka Station on the Yamanote Line puts you right in the neighborhood. It’s a quiet residential stretch, easy to navigate. Good option if you live in Toshima and just need a reliable local dentist without trekking to a bigger expat-friendly clinic downtown.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, no-frills experience typical of a neighborhood dental practice. Appointment-based visits tend to move on schedule. The clinic feels small and personal rather than clinical and rushed. Thoroughness gets mentioned more than speed — this isn’t the kind of place that hustles you out. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding or explanations unless you ask. Solid for routine care; less reviewed for complex procedures.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.shika8800.com/
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東京都豊島区北大塚２－２－１３ シャトレ・トーコー １０１
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Otsuka Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
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