Nakamura Shikaiin

Total reviews: 345
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 3 min walk
  • Multi-floor clinic, larger capacity
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Nakamura Shikaiin sits in Koto Ward — not the most obvious expat neighborhood, but a solid dental option if you’re living or working east of central Tokyo. The clinic operates across floors 1–3 of the Grace Building in Sengoku, so it’s a decent-sized setup rather than a cramped one-chair operation. They have a website with some English content, which suggests awareness that international patients exist — but don’t assume that means a bilingual receptionist will pick up the phone. The reality is probably somewhere between “we can muddle through” and “bring Google Translate.” Core dental services appear standard: cleanings, restorative work, the usual. If you’re in Koto Ward and need a dentist without trekking to Minato or Shinjuku, this is worth a look — just go in with realistic expectations about the language situation and you’ll be fine.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for this clinic is limited in English-language sources, so take this with appropriate skepticism. The multi-floor setup suggests reasonable capacity — likely shorter waits than a solo-practitioner office. Clinics in Koto with website investment tend to run organized, appointment-based schedules. Expect a thorough Japanese-style dental experience: detailed explanations (in Japanese), conservative treatment approach, and probably a follow-up appointment or two before major work begins.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website has some English content, which is a good sign — it means they've at least thought about non-Japanese patients. But "English website" and "English-speaking staff" are very different things. Before booking, send them an email or use their web form to test response language. Bring a translation app for your first visit. Forms will almost certainly be in Japanese. If your dental need is urgent and communication-heavy, have a Japanese-speaking friend on standby.

    Contact & Location

    • https://www.4618nakamura-dental.com/
    • 東京都江東区千石3-1-36 GRACE BLDG.1・2・3階
    • Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station (Oedo Line) — 3 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

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    Nakamura Shikaiin

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