NISHIHARA Dental Office
NISHIHARA Dental Office is a small dental clinic tucked inside a residential building in Nakano — one of those neighborhoods that feels like real Tokyo without the Shinjuku chaos. The clinic is on the second floor of Nakano South Terra’s residence wing, so it’s not a street-level storefront you’ll stumble into. You need to know you’re going there.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a full English consultation. This is likely a Japanese-primary practice that has made some effort toward international patients. Come prepared with a translation app, write down your symptoms beforehand, and you’ll probably be fine for routine work — cleanings, fillings, basic checkups.
Nakano is well-connected; the clinic is close to Nakano Station on both the JR Chuo Line and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, so getting here from most parts of Tokyo isn’t a hassle. Good option if you live or work west of Shinjuku and want a neighborhood dentist rather than a big multilingual clinic.
Patient Feedback
No substantial public reviews in English exist for this clinic yet. Based on the clinic profile, it appears to operate as a small, private practice — likely a more personal, quieter experience than a large urban dental chain. Expect shorter wait times than big hospital dental departments. The residential building location suggests a low-key, unhurried atmosphere. If you’ve been here, your review would genuinely help other expats figure out whether to book.
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://nishihara-do.com/
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東京都中野区中野区中野２－２４－９ ナカノサウステラ レジデンス棟２０２号
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Nakano Station (JR Chuo Line) — 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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