NAKANO DENTAL CLINIC
Nakano Dental Clinic sits in Nishi-Waseda, a quiet residential pocket of Shinjuku that most tourists never see — but expats living in the area definitely know. It’s a small, neighborhood-style practice run by Dr. Nakano, not a slick city clinic with a multilingual front desk. The website has some English content, which suggests awareness of international patients, but don’t walk in expecting a fully English-speaking team. A translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend would be smart backup for anything beyond basic communication. That said, smaller clinics like this often compensate with patience and attentiveness that bigger, busier practices can’t match. If you’re in the Waseda or Takadanobaba area and need routine dental work — cleanings, fillings, checkups — this is a convenient local option worth trying. Just go in prepared, not expecting a tourist-friendly setup.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for this clinic is limited online in English, which is pretty typical for small neighborhood practices in Japan. The general profile — small private dental clinic, single practitioner, residential Shinjuku location — usually means shorter wait times than hospital dental departments and a more personal experience. Expect a thorough, methodical approach typical of Japanese dentistry. Don’t expect small talk in English.
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.nakano-d.com/
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東京都新宿区西早稲田２－５－１６ パシフィック早稲田２０１号
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Waseda Station (Tozai Line) — 3 min walk
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- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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