NakagawaShikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 min walk
  • 5th-floor quiet setting
  • Near central Tokyo
  • NakagawaShikaiin sits on the 5th floor of the Hachiyō Building in Nishi-Shinjuku, a short walk from Shinjuku Station’s west exit. It’s a general dental clinic handling the usual range of work — cleanings, fillings, crowns, and likely cosmetic and orthodontic consultations based on their online presence.

    The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t book expecting a fully bilingual experience. Full English service isn’t confirmed — you may get a dentist or staff member with workable English, or you may be reaching for Google Translate. Nishi-Shinjuku is heavily international territory, so there’s a reasonable chance they’ve handled foreign patients before, but go in prepared.

    Being on a building’s upper floor in Shinjuku means it’s quieter than street-level clinics — less chaos, more focused. If you’re already in the Shinjuku area and need a dentist without trekking across town, this is a practical option worth a phone call to gauge the language situation first.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language sources, so a full picture is hard to build. Clinics in Nishi-Shinjuku office buildings tend to run on appointment schedules with minimal waiting room chaos. The 5th-floor setup suggests a smaller, quieter practice rather than a high-volume chain. If you find reviews in Japanese via Google Maps, run them through a translator — that’ll give you the most current read on wait times and doctor style.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic's website includes some English-language content, which suggests at least some awareness of international patients. But that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or chairside. Full English service is unconfirmed. Before booking, send an email or call and ask directly — even a broken-English reply tells you a lot. Bring a translation app regardless. Having your dental history written in simple English bullet points will also speed things up significantly if language gets tricky.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.nakagawa-shikaiin.com
    • 東京都新宿区西新宿1-12-10 八洋ビル5F
    • 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

    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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