Minamiohizumi Shikaiin
Minamiohizumi Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into a residential stretch of Nerima Ward — the quieter, less touristy side of Tokyo that most expats only end up in if they actually live nearby. It’s a general dentistry practice covering the usual bases: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and likely some cosmetic work. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but whether that translates to a smooth English-speaking experience at the front desk or in the chair is genuinely unclear. If you’re in the Nerima area and need a local dentist, it’s worth a call or email to test the waters before booking. Don’t walk in cold expecting fluent English — have a translation app ready just in case. Not a specialist clinic, not a foreigner-focused practice, just a solid-looking local dental office that has made at least some effort to acknowledge that not everyone reads Japanese.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited in English-language sources. Based on the clinic’s profile, it appears to operate as a typical small Japanese dental practice — appointment-based, thorough, and unlikely to rush you through. Japanese dental clinics at this scale generally have short wait times when you book ahead. Expect a methodical approach to treatment. Nothing flashy, but neighborhood dentists in Japan often build real loyalty through consistency and careful work.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.mo-dc.com
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東京都練馬区南大泉３－１９－２１
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Tanashi Station (West Tokyo Line) — 12 min walk
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