Takano Dental

Total reviews: 345
Oji Station (Namboku Line) — 2 min walk
  • Ground-floor, step-free access
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Takano Dental sits in the Bonheur Oji building on the ground floor in Kita Ward — easy to find, easy to access from Oji Station. It’s a general dental clinic covering the usual range: checkups, cleaning, fillings, crowns, and likely orthodontic consultations. The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign that they’re at least aware foreign patients exist. That said, full English-language service — meaning a fluent English-speaking dentist or dedicated English reception — isn’t confirmed. You might get lucky, or you might be working through a translation app. Dentistry is one of those specialties where communication really matters (you want to understand what’s happening in your mouth), so go in with realistic expectations. Bring a translation app, write down your symptoms in Japanese beforehand if you can, and don’t assume the English website means English conversation. For routine cleanings or straightforward work, the language barrier is manageable. For complex treatment plans, it’s worth calling ahead to gauge their comfort level.

    Patient Feedback

    Patient feedback for Takano Dental is limited in English-language sources, so there’s no strong pattern to report yet. Clinics in this part of Kita Ward tend to run fairly standard neighborhood dental practices — appointment-based, reasonably punctual, and focused on efficient treatment rather than long consultations. If you visit, the ground-floor location makes access straightforward. Worth checking Google Maps reviews in Japanese for a fuller picture of what locals actually experience.

    English Language Proficiency

    The website includes some English content, which suggests at least passing awareness of non-Japanese patients. But that doesn't guarantee English-speaking staff at reception or chairside. Realistically, this is probably a Japanese-primary clinic where basic communication might work in English but detailed treatment discussions will hit a wall fast. Come prepared: translation app on your phone, symptoms written out in Japanese, and key dental vocabulary ready. Don't expect English consent forms or English follow-up instructions.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.takano-dental.jp
    • 東京都北区王子5-18-2 ボヌール王子1F
    • Oji Station (Namboku Line) — 2 min walk
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

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    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    2/5

    Basic

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