ISHIKAWA Dental Clinic
ISHIKAWA Dental Clinic sits in Higashi-Oizumi, a quiet residential stretch of Nerima — not a place most expats wander into by accident, but worth knowing about if you live on the Seibu Ikebukuro line. It’s a neighborhood dental clinic doing the full range of dental work: cleanings, fillings, crowns, implants, orthodontics. The website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients at least a little — but don’t walk in expecting fluent English at the front desk. Come prepared with a translation app, your insurance card, and a note about what’s bothering you. That said, dental care in Japan tends to be thorough and methodical, and local clinics like this one often have shorter waits than the big city-center English-friendly practices. If you’re in Nerima and need a dentist, this is a legitimate option. If you need full English service guaranteed, you’ll want to confirm before booking.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a methodical, unhurried approach — typical of well-run Japanese neighborhood dental practices. Appointments tend to run on time. The dentist is reported as thorough, explaining treatment steps carefully. Wait times are generally short compared to central Tokyo clinics. The atmosphere is calm and clinical without being cold. It’s a local practice with a regular community patient base, which usually means consistent standards rather than high turnover.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.ishikawa-dc.com
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東京都練馬区東大泉６－４７－６
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Hikawaoka Station (Saitama Metro Fukutoshin Line) — 8 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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.
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