Dr.Niihara's Dental Clinic
Dr. Niihara’s Dental Clinic sits on the third floor of the Kojimachi Nagao Building in Chiyoda — one of Tokyo’s more central, business-district-heavy neighborhoods. It’s a general dentistry practice, so you’re covered for the standard stuff: cleanings, fillings, extractions, basic restorative work.
The clinic has some English-language content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume that means fluent English-speaking staff are waiting for you at reception. The reality is probably somewhere in the middle — a dentist or staff member who can manage basic dental vocabulary in English, but complex treatment discussions might need some patience, a translation app, or a bilingual friend on standby.
Kojimachi is easy to reach — it’s a short walk from Kojimachi Station on the Yurakucho Line. Parking or transit-wise, you’re in good shape. For expats working or living in central Tokyo who just need a reliable local dentist and aren’t intimidated by some communication friction, this is worth a look.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward, no-frills dental experience. The clinic appears to run on time — typical for smaller Japanese practices where appointments are taken seriously. Dr. Niihara comes across as thorough rather than rushed. The setting is a standard Japanese dental clinic: clean, calm, efficient. Don’t expect a lot of small talk. Do expect your teeth to get proper attention. Patients seem to leave without drama, which is honestly what you want from a dentist.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.niihara-dental.net/
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東京都千代田区麹町６－６－１ 麹町長尾ビル３Ｆ
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Kojimachi Station (Chiyoda Line) — 2 min walk
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