TAKAHASHI Dentistry
TAKAHASHI Dentistry sits on the second floor of the Ishimoto Building in Yai-raichō, a quieter residential pocket of Shinjuku that most expats walk straight past on their way to the busier parts of the ward. The clinic operates under the medical corporation Jinshikai, which is a sign of an established practice rather than a solo operation.
Their website has some English content, which is a decent signal — better than nothing — but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual experience. Reception may have limited English, so bring a translation app or have your Japanese address and insurance card ready. Standard dental services appear to be covered: cleanings, fillings, check-ups.
It’s a neighborhood dentist in the best sense — not a flashy international clinic, not an English-specialist practice, but a real local dental office that seems to have made some effort toward foreign patients. If you’re living in Shinjuku and need a reliable dentist without trekking across the city, this is worth a call.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback specific to this clinic is limited online in English, so take this with a grain of salt. Based on clinic profile and structure, expect a typical Japanese neighborhood dental experience: punctual appointments, thorough check-ups, and a methodical approach to treatment. The second-floor location in a smaller building keeps the atmosphere low-key. Not a high-volume tourist clinic — likely a more personal, unhurried pace.
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.takahashi-dental-office.com
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東京都新宿区矢来町１１８－１０ 石本ビル２Ｆ
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Kagurazaka Station (Tozai Line) — 3 min walk
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