SEKIYA DENTAL CLINIC
Sekiya Dental Clinic sits in a residential corner of Nakano Ward, inside a low-rise building called Sakura Heights near Toritsu-Kasei Station. It’s a neighborhood practice — the kind that’s been quietly handling cavities, cleanings, and routine dental work for local families rather than chasing an international clientele.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t expect a fully bilingual front desk. Walk-in English conversations may be limited. A translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend will make your first visit smoother, especially for paperwork and explaining symptoms.
That said, for straightforward dental needs — checkups, fillings, cleanings — language barriers are manageable. Dental work is visual and procedural enough that you don’t need perfect communication to get through it. If you’re in the Nakano or Toritsu-Kasei area and need a local dentist without trekking to a central Tokyo expat clinic, this is a reasonable option worth a phone call.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a calm, unhurried practice. No reports of long waits. The dentists are described as thorough and gentle — not rushed. It feels like a family dentist, not a conveyor belt clinic. The setting is quiet and residential, which suits people who find big city dental chains stressful. Nothing flashy, but consistently competent is exactly what you want when someone’s drilling your teeth.
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.sekiya-dc.com/
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東京都中野区鷺宮１－３０－１２ さくらハイツ都立家政１Ｆ
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都立家政駅 (副都心線) — 2 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- 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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