Nomura Dental Clinic
Nomura Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the NN Building in Horinochi, Suginami — a quiet residential part of western Tokyo that most expats don’t end up in unless they live nearby. It’s a general dental practice handling the usual range: checkups, cleaning, fillings, extractions, and likely basic cosmetic work. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t book expecting a fully bilingual experience. Reception may have limited English, and the dentist’s comfort level in English isn’t confirmed. If you live in Suginami or nearby Koenji, Ogikubo, or Shin-Koenji, this is worth a call to test the waters. Bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is zero. For routine dental work in the neighborhood, it’s a practical local option — just go in with realistic expectations about communication.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specifically for Nomura Dental is limited in English-language sources. Based on its profile as a small neighborhood clinic in residential Suginami, expect a typical Japanese dental practice feel: fairly efficient, methodical, and not particularly chatty. Wait times at smaller local clinics in Tokyo tend to be reasonable if you have an appointment. Don’t expect a lot of hand-holding or lengthy explanations — Japanese dentists generally get to the point.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.nomura-shika.com
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東京都杉並区堀ノ内１－１－５ ＮＮビル２Ｆ
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Horinochi Station (Marunouchi Line) — 2 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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