TAKANO Dentistry
TAKANO Dentistry sits in Nihonbashi Horidome-cho, tucked into the ground floor of the Showa Building in Chuo Ward — a business-heavy part of central Tokyo where salarymen outnumber tourists. It’s a small, established neighborhood dental clinic, not a foreigner-focused practice. The website (hanukanai.com) has some English content, which is a good sign, but don’t assume that means fluent English-speaking staff are waiting at reception. Routine dental work — cleanings, fillings, checkups — is the bread and butter here. If your Japanese is nonexistent, bring a translation app and write down your symptoms beforehand. Nihonbashi is well-connected, so getting here from most parts of Tokyo isn’t a hassle. Realistic expectation: competent local dentist, some English awareness, but you’ll want to put in a little effort on the communication front.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a no-fuss, efficient practice — the kind of dentist that gets you in, does the work, and doesn’t overbook the waiting room into chaos. Thoroughness in explaining treatment is noted, though that communication is easier if you have at least basic Japanese. Don’t expect a long warm-up chat. It’s professional, fairly quick, and focused on getting the dental problem solved rather than selling you on extras.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://hanukanai.com
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東京都中央区日本橋堀留町１－６－１３ 昭和ビル１Ｆ
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Koami-cho Station (Asakusa 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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