Yamazaki Shika
Yamazaki Shika is a neighborhood dental clinic tucked into the ground floor of a residential building in Egota, part of the broader Nakano ward in western Tokyo. It’s the kind of local dentist that serves the surrounding community — not a flashy expat-oriented practice, but a functional, accessible option if you’re living in the area and need dental care without trekking to central Tokyo.
Their website has some English content, which is a good sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a full English conversation at the front desk. The reality is probably closer to: basic communication possible, translation app helpful for anything detailed. Bring a Japanese-speaking friend for complex treatment discussions if you can.
Standard dental services — cleanings, checkups, fillings, basic restorative work. The Egota neighborhood is quiet and residential, and the clinic reflects that: small, local, not overwhelming. Served by Egota Station on the Seibu Yurakucho Line.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a straightforward local dental practice — thorough cleanings, attentive checkups, no rush. The clinic is small, so wait times tend to be reasonable when you have an appointment. The dentist comes across as careful and methodical rather than quick-and-out. Nothing flashy, but patients in the neighborhood seem to return, which usually says more than any review.
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 -
https://www.dental-yamazaki.jp/
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東京都中野区江古田３－５－５ 江古田パレス１０１
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Egota Station (Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line) — 2 min walk
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- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
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