Kageyama Shikaiin
Kageyama Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic sitting in Nakano Chuo, a quiet residential pocket of Nakano Ward that’s easy to reach but not in the thick of the station chaos. It’s a general dentistry practice — think cleanings, fillings, extractions, the full everyday lineup — run as a small, locally rooted clinic rather than a big chain operation.
The website has some English content, which suggests they’ve at least thought about non-Japanese patients. That said, don’t show up expecting fluent English-speaking staff at every touchpoint. You’ll likely need some Japanese or a translation app ready for paperwork and detailed conversations. For straightforward dental work, plenty of expats manage fine here with a mix of Google Translate and pointing at teeth. For complex treatment planning or nuanced medical history discussions, come prepared or bring a Japanese-speaking friend.
It’s a practical option if you’re based in or around Nakano and need a local dentist without trekking to a big hospital or specialty expat clinic.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried approach — this isn’t a clinic rushing you out the door. The dentist is described as careful and methodical, which regulars seem to appreciate. Wait times are generally reasonable for a neighborhood practice. The atmosphere is calm and low-key, typical of a small local clinic. Not flashy, but patients tend to feel like they’re actually being looked after rather than processed.
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.kageyama-dc.com/
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東京都中野区中央２－５９－１１ １Ｆ
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Nakano Station (JR Chuo Line) — 3 min walk
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- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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