OP Hiruma Shika Kyousei Shika
OP Hiruma Shika Kyousei Shika is a dental and orthodontics clinic on the second floor of Akebono Dai-3 Building in Tachikawa, a busy west Tokyo hub that’s easy to reach from the Chuo Line. They handle general dentistry alongside orthodontics, which is less common as a combined offering, so if you’re in the middle of braces treatment or considering it, this is worth knowing about.
The clinic has some English content on their website, which is a decent sign — it suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese speakers exist. That said, don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a smooth English conversation at reception. The reality is probably somewhere between “basic English possible” and “bring your translation app just in case.” Tachikawa itself is a fairly international area by Tokyo standards, so staff may have more expat experience than a purely residential neighborhood clinic would.
Good option if you’re based in western Tokyo and need orthodontic work alongside routine dental care.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a clinic that takes orthodontics seriously — this isn’t a place dashing through consultations. Tachikawa’s commuter-heavy location means appointment slots fill up, so booking ahead matters. The combined general and ortho setup means you’re less likely to get bounced between providers. Vibe reads as professional and structured rather than warm and chatty. Wait times appear reasonable when you’re booked in.
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.hiruma.or.jp
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東京都立川市曙町１－３６－１ 曙第３ビル２Ｆ
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Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo Line) — 5 min walk
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