Tamura taichi Sikasinryoujyo

Total reviews: 345
Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 min walk
  • English website available
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Tamura Taichi Dental Clinic sits on the second floor of the Otaka Building in Shinjuku’s Wakaba neighborhood — a quieter residential pocket that’s easy to miss if you’re expecting big neon signs. This is a small, independently run dental practice, not a chain. The clinic has some English content on its website, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fully bilingual experience. It’s more likely you’ll encounter basic English capability at the front desk — enough to get through a standard appointment, possibly with some phone translation filling the gaps. For routine care — cleanings, fillings, checkups — that’s probably fine. For anything complicated involving detailed medical history or treatment options, bring a Japanese-speaking friend or prep your translation app. The Yotsuya-Sanchome Station area is well-connected and the clinic is walkable from there. Independent clinics like this often have more personal, attentive care than the big chain dental offices, which is worth something.

    Patient Feedback

    No large volume of English-language reviews exists for this clinic online. It’s a small private practice, so expect a more personal feel than a chain — shorter waits, the same dentist each visit, and probably a more thorough conversation about what’s actually going on in your mouth. That said, the low profile means you’re going in with limited intel. Patients at similar small Shinjuku clinics typically report clean facilities and professional, unhurried appointments.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has an English-language section on its website, which puts it ahead of many local dental offices. That said, website English and spoken English are two different things. Expect basic functional English at best — enough to confirm your appointment and describe obvious symptoms. For treatment explanations, consent forms, or anything nuanced, use Google Translate or bring help. Don't count on English paperwork. Call ahead if you're nervous — their response will tell you everything you need to know.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.taichisika.com
    • 東京都新宿区若葉1-13 オタカビル2F
    • Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 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

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    Tamura taichi Sikasinryoujyo

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