FURUICHI Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Nakadate Station (Mita Line) — 3 min walk
  • Calm, unhurried appointment pace
  • Near central Tokyo
  • FURUICHI Dental Clinic sits in Nakatai, a quiet residential part of Itabashi — not exactly central Tokyo, but a solid neighborhood dentist for anyone living on that side of the city. It’s a general dental practice covering the usual bases: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely some cosmetic and pediatric work based on their site.

    The clinic has some English content on their website, which is a decent sign. That said, “English on the website” and “English at the front desk” are two different things. This one falls into the unclear zone — you might get someone who can manage basic dental vocabulary, or you might be reaching for a translation app. If you live nearby and have a lower-pressure appointment (routine cleaning, not a root canal emergency), it’s worth a call or email to check before you go.

    Not a specialist clinic. Not a big international practice. Just a neighborhood dentist that at least acknowledges English-speaking patients exist.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried clinic — the kind of neighborhood dentist where you’re not shuffled in and out. Locals mention thorough explanations and a gentle approach, which matters when you’re already anxious about the chair. Wait times seem reasonable for a smaller practice. No reports of major communication breakthroughs with English-speaking patients, but no horror stories either. The vibe is quiet and professional rather than flashy.

    English Language Proficiency

    Realistically, this is a Japanese-language clinic with some English touchpoints online. Don't expect a bilingual receptionist or English intake forms. Basic dental vocabulary might get you through — "cavity," "cleaning," "pain here" — but anything nuanced will need a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend on the phone. Email in advance if you can; written communication often works better than real-time spoken English at smaller neighborhood clinics like this one.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.furuichi-alice.com/
    • 東京都板橋区中台2-38-10
    • Nakadate Station (Mita 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?

    A few things to keep in mind:

    • Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
    • Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    FURUICHI Dental Clinic

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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