Murata Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo Line) — 8 min walk
  • English content on website
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Murata Shikaiin is a neighborhood dental clinic in Tachikawa, a major hub city in western Tokyo about 40 minutes from Shinjuku on the Chuo Line. It’s a general dentistry practice handling the usual range of work — checkups, cleanings, fillings, crowns, and likely orthodontics or implants, though you’ll want to confirm specific treatments directly.

    The clinic has a website with some English-facing content, which suggests they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients at least a little. But “some English online” doesn’t automatically mean English-speaking staff are waiting at the front desk. Tachikawa has a meaningful expat population, especially families connected to nearby US military facilities, so clinics in this area sometimes have more English exposure than average — but verify before you show up expecting a full English consultation.

    If you live or work in the Tachikawa or Hachioji corridor, this is a convenient local option worth a call or email to check their current English capacity before booking.

    Patient Feedback

    No substantial English-language patient reviews are available for this clinic. It operates as a local neighborhood practice in Tachikawa, which typically means a smaller, quieter setup rather than a busy urban clinic. Patients at similar practices in the area often report straightforward appointments and attentive care, but wait times and doctor communication style will vary. Worth calling ahead or emailing to get a feel before committing.

    English Language Proficiency

    Genuinely unclear. The clinic has some English on their website, which is a better sign than nothing — it means they're at least aware foreign patients exist. But Tachikawa isn't central Tokyo, and English-fluent dental staff aren't guaranteed. Bring a translation app as backup. If you can write a simple email in Japanese (or use Google Translate), contact them before your visit to confirm what support they can actually offer.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.murata-dental.jp/
    • 東京都立川市柴崎町2-4-6
    • Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo Line) — 8 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

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    Murata Shikaiin

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