NIPPON DENTAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Nippon Dental University Hospital sits in Chiyoda’s Fujimi neighborhood — a quiet pocket of central Tokyo that’s easy to reach but not exactly flashy. Despite the dental branding in the name, this location includes an internal medicine department, so don’t let the name throw you off.
As a university hospital, you’re looking at a more institutional setup: longer waits, more paperwork, multiple departments under one roof. The upside is specialist access and diagnostic equipment that smaller clinics can’t match. The downside is that university hospitals in Japan can feel like navigating a bureaucracy with a number ticket and a prayer.
English capability here is genuinely unclear. The website has some English-facing content, but that doesn’t mean the front desk will be comfortable holding a medical conversation in English. Come prepared — have your symptoms written down in Japanese if possible, or bring a translation app you trust. This isn’t a clinic that’s built around expat comfort, but it’s a solid option if you need the depth of a teaching hospital.
Patient Feedback
University hospital vibes through and through — expect to wait, expect forms, expect to be shuffled between departments if your issue is anything beyond straightforward. Patients tend to appreciate the thoroughness once they’re actually seen; doctors here take their time and have resources to back up their assessments. The tradeoff is efficiency. Don’t show up expecting a quick in-and-out. Budget at least half a day for a first visit.
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://dent-hosp.ndu.ac.jp/nduhosp/
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東京都千代田区富士見２－３－１６
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Iidabashi Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 min walk
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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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English Support
Basic