Tachikawa Sakura Shika Clinic
Tachikawa Sakura Shika Clinic sits on the second floor of the Manda Building in Tachikawa’s Akebono-cho neighborhood, a short walk from Tachikawa Station. It’s a general dental clinic covering the usual bases — cleanings, fillings, implants, orthodontics, and cosmetic work.
The website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve thought about non-Japanese patients at least a little. But don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English-speaking dentist waiting for you. The reality is probably a mix of basic English, pointing at things, and a translation app doing some heavy lifting. That’s not unusual for dental clinics in suburban Tokyo.
Tachikawa itself is a practical, unfussy city on the Chuo Line — not the most expat-dense area, so this clinic likely serves a mostly Japanese clientele. If you’re living or working out west along the Chuo Line and need a dentist without trekking into central Tokyo, this is worth a look.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited in English-language sources. Based on the clinic’s setup and location, it likely runs as a typical Japanese neighborhood dental practice — appointment-based, reasonably efficient, and thorough with examinations. Japanese dental clinics at this level tend to be methodical about treatment planning and won’t rush you through. Expect a calm, clean environment. Don’t expect much small talk in English.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://tachikawa-sakura-shika.com/
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東京都立川市曙町２－１８－１８ 万田ビル２Ｆ
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Tachikawa Station (JR Chuo/Taama Line) — 5 min walk
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