od tachikawa dental clinic
OD Tachikawa Dental Clinic sits on the 5th floor of AB’S Building in Tachikawa’s Shibasaki-cho neighborhood — walkable from Tachikawa Station, which makes it genuinely convenient if you’re living or working out west in Tokyo. The clinic covers general dentistry and orthodontics under one roof, which is handy if you’re dealing with both routine care and alignment work.
Their website has some English-language content, which suggests at least some awareness of international patients, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual consultation. The reality is probably somewhere in the middle — basic communication may be possible, but complex treatment discussions might need a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend. If you have orthodontic needs specifically, this could be worth a call to check current English capacity before booking.
Overall, it’s a mid-sized dental practice in a well-connected part of western Tokyo. Not a dedicated expat clinic, but not completely inaccessible either.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried approach — this doesn’t feel like a conveyor-belt dental office. The orthodontics side gets decent marks for detailed treatment planning. Wait times seem reasonable for a mid-sized Tokyo clinic. The Tachikawa location is a practical plus for residents of the Tama area who don’t want to trek into central Tokyo for dental work. Vibe is professional but not cold.
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.shindodc.com/
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東京都立川市柴崎町３－３－２－５Ｆ ＡＢ’Ｓビル
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Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo/Tama/Oume 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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