Apollo Dental Clinic Nakano

Total reviews: 345
Nakano Station (JR Chuo Line) — 3 min walk
  • Near Nakano Station (JR/Metro)
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Apollo Dental Clinic Nakano sits on the 6th floor of the New Clear Building in central Nakano — a short walk from Nakano Station on the JR Chuo and Tokyo Metro Tozai lines. The clinic covers standard dental work: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and cosmetic treatments. Their website has some English content, which suggests they’ve made an effort to reach international patients, but whether that translates to a fully English-capable reception or chairside experience is genuinely unclear. Don’t assume you can walk in and have a fluent conversation. That said, Nakano is a neighborhood with a growing expat presence, and dental clinics in this area tend to be more foreigner-aware than average. If you have basic Japanese or a translation app ready, you’ll likely manage fine. Worth calling ahead or sending an email via their website to gauge the English situation before booking.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried atmosphere — not the conveyor-belt efficiency of some urban Tokyo clinics. Dentists are described as thorough with explanations, though those explanations may come in Japanese. Wait times seem reasonable for a smaller neighborhood practice. The 6th-floor location means you’re not stumbling across it by accident, so first-timers should check signage carefully in the building lobby.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English on its website, which is a decent signal — but it doesn't confirm English-speaking staff. No solid patient reports confirming fluent English at reception. A translation app will likely be your backup here. If you email ahead, you may get a clearer sense of what to expect. Don't show up assuming full English service. Bring your insurance card, know your tooth number, and have key phrases ready.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.apollo-dental-clinic.com/nakano
    • 東京都中野区中野3ー36ー15 ニュークリアビル6階
    • Nakano Station (JR Chuo 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.
    Apollo Dental Clinic Nakano

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    Proficiency Score
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