NISHIKAWA DENTAL CLINIC
Nishikawa Dental Clinic sits in Higashikurume, a quieter residential area in western Tokyo — not exactly central, but well-connected if you’re living in that part of the city. Run under the medical corporation Kanetoshi-kai, this is a full-service dental practice covering routine checkups, fillings, extractions, orthodontics, and implants.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign — it suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist. That said, don’t walk in expecting a fully bilingual front desk. Conversational Japanese or a translation app will help smooth things out, especially for paperwork and explaining symptoms.
It’s a neighborhood clinic, not an expat-focused international practice. If you live in the Higashikurume or Kiyose area and need reliable, local dental care, this is a practical option worth knowing about.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried approach — dentists here apparently take time to explain what they’re doing rather than rushing you through. The clinic has a calm, neighborhood feel rather than a busy urban practice. Wait times seem reasonable for a local clinic. No reports of major communication disasters with foreign patients, but also no consistent praise for English fluency. Expect solid dental work in a low-key setting.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.dc-nishikawa.com/
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東京都東久留米市滝山４－１－３５
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Higashi-Kurume Station (Seibu Ikebukuro Line) — 8 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
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- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
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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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