MIZUKAWA SHIKAIIN
Mizukawa Shikaiin is a general dental clinic sitting on the ground floor of a building in Higashi-Nippori, Arakawa — a quiet residential pocket of northeast Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in by accident. This is a neighborhood practice, not an international clinic. They have some English content on their website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation at the front desk. Come prepared with your dental vocabulary, a translation app, or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is zero. That said, the clinic covers the usual bases — general dentistry, cleanings, cavity treatment, and more. For expats living in Arakawa or nearby areas like Nippori or Minowa who just need a reliable local dentist without trekking to a foreigner-focused clinic in central Tokyo, this could be a practical option. Manage your expectations on English fluency, but don’t let that stop you from booking if you’re nearby.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried approach — the kind of dentist who actually explains what they’re doing rather than just drilling and billing. The neighborhood setting means it doesn’t feel like a conveyor belt clinic. Wait times appear reasonable. Patients generally describe the atmosphere as calm and professional without being cold. Not a lot of English-language reviews exist, which itself tells you something about the typical patient mix here.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://mizukawa-dental.com/
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東京都荒川区東日暮里５－４９－５ １Ｆ
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Nishi-Nippori Station (Chiyoda Line) — 3 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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