morikawa shika clinic
Morikawa Shika Clinic sits on the second floor of Clinic Plaza Oyama in Tachikawa, west Tokyo — convenient if you’re in the Tama area and dreading the trek into central Tokyo for a dentist who won’t make you mime toothache at them.
The clinic handles general dentistry: cleanings, fillings, extractions, the usual. Staff have conversational English, so you can explain what’s going on without a translation app doing the heavy lifting. It won’t be a fully bilingual consultation, but you’re not going in completely blind either.
Tachikawa is well-connected — JR Chuo Line, Nambu Line, Monorail — so getting here is straightforward from most parts of west Tokyo. For expats living outside the Yamanote loop, this is genuinely useful rather than just a fallback option.
Patient Feedback
Patients generally report a calm, no-frills experience — this isn’t a flashy cosmetic dental chain, it’s a neighborhood clinic that takes its work seriously. Wait times are reasonable if you book ahead. The dentist is thorough and explains procedures clearly, which matters more when you’re already working across a language gap. The atmosphere is quiet and unhurried, which most people appreciate when someone is about to poke around in their mouth.
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.morikawa-dc.net
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東京都立川市上砂町１－２－３ クリニックプラザ大山２Ｆ
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Tachikawaekimae Station (Tachikawaekimae Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- 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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