NIIMURA DENTAL CLINIC
Niimura Dental Clinic sits on the 4th floor of the IZAI Building in Tachikawa, one of western Tokyo’s busiest hubs. It’s a general dental practice run under the Kenshinkai medical corporation, handling the usual range — checkups, cleanings, fillings, and more involved work.
For English speakers, they’re not a specialist international clinic, but they have conversational English capability and some English-facing resources, so basic communication shouldn’t require a translation app in your face the whole time. That said, if your dental vocabulary is complicated, come prepared with written notes about your symptoms or history.
Tachikawa is well-connected — it’s on the JR Chuo Line, so access from central Tokyo is straightforward. The 4th floor location means it’s a proper clinic setup, not a cramped shopfront. If you’re living in western Tokyo and need a dentist who won’t completely blank when you walk in speaking English, this is a reasonable option worth considering.
Patient Feedback
Patient experiences point to a clinic that runs on time and doesn’t rush you through. The dentists are described as thorough rather than quick-and-done — expect explanations of what they’re finding and what they plan to do. The atmosphere is calm without being stiff. It’s a neighborhood-style practice, not a flashy chain, which for most people is exactly what you want when someone’s drilling your teeth.
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.niimura.or.jp
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東京都立川市柴崎町３－４－２ ＩＺＡＩビル ４Ｆ
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Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo/Taama/Izumi Lines) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- 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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