TAKANO Dental Clinic
TAKANO Dental Clinic sits in Shin-Nakano, tucked inside the Win Shin-Nakano building — a quiet residential pocket of Chuo-ku that’s easy to miss if you’re not looking. The clinic runs under the corporate name Shimigaki One (yes, that’s “tooth brushing one” — they take preventive care seriously). Services cover the standard dental range: checkups, cleaning, fillings, orthodontics. The website has some English-language content, which suggests they’ve thought about international patients at least a little. Whether that translates to a fully bilingual consultation is less certain. Realistically, expect basic English at reception and a dentist who can get the point across, but bring a translation app for anything complex. Nakano itself is a solid neighborhood — affordable, well-connected, not touristy. If you live on the Marunouchi or Oedo line, this is genuinely convenient.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, unhurried approach — the kind of dentist who explains what they’re doing before they do it. Wait times are generally reasonable for a neighborhood clinic. The preventive focus (reflected in the clinic’s own branding) seems to carry into consultations. No reports of rushed appointments. Atmosphere is calm and low-key, not a flashy urban chain. Good fit if you want careful over fast.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://takanoshika.jp/
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東京都中野区本町４－２１－１６ ウィン新中野２０３
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Shin-Nakano Station (Marunouchi Line) — 2 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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