Kikuchi Dental Clinic

Total reviews: 345
Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 min walk
  • English clinic website available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Kikuchi Dental Clinic sits in Nishi-Shinjuku, tucked into the ground floor of the Kikuchi Building — easy enough to find once you know the area. It’s a general dentistry practice handling the usual range: cleanings, fillings, crowns, and routine care. The clinic has a website with some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual experience. It’s more likely you’ll encounter basic English at reception and hand gestures filling in the gaps. That’s honestly fine for routine work — dentistry is pretty visual. If you have something complex to explain, bring notes or a translation app just in case. Nishi-Shinjuku is well-connected, so getting there is no hassle. It’s a neighborhood clinic, not a fancy expat-focused practice, which usually means shorter waits and more personal attention than the bigger multi-specialty places. Worth a look if you’re in the Shinjuku area and need reliable, no-fuss dental care.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback points to a no-frills, efficient experience. Wait times tend to be reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The dentist is described as thorough and gentle — particularly appreciated by patients who get anxious in the chair. The setting is small and straightforward, which some people find reassuring and others find a bit plain. It’s not a glossy expat clinic, but the work gets done properly and you’re not sitting around forever.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, which suggests some awareness of foreign patients. But confirmed English fluency at reception or chairside isn't documented. Realistically, expect basic English — enough for scheduling and simple explanations. Forms are likely Japanese only. For anything beyond a cleaning or simple filling, prepare written notes in Japanese or use a translation app. Don't count on a fully bilingual consultation, but don't assume zero communication either.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.kikuchidental.com/
    • 東京都新宿区西新宿3-14-16 きくちビル1F
    • Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 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

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