【診療時間】月火水金 9:00-12:45 / 13:45-18:00、土 9:00-13:45
【休診日】木不定休・土午後・日祝
English Treatment Information
Professional dental clinic in Kyoto with English support
Nakai Dental is a professional dental clinic equipped with the latest knowledge and technology, providing high-quality care under Japanese health insurance system.
Since our opening, we have welcomed many English-speaking residents of Kyoto who face language barriers when visiting a dentist. Our nationally certified dentists, dental hygienists, and reception staff are experienced in assisting English-speaking patients.
Your first visit will begin with a comprehensive consultation, including diagnostic imaging and other tests to accurately assess your oral condition. Please describe your symptoms and concerns in as much detail as possible.
We also provide separate consultations for advanced prosthodontic, endodontic, and aesthetic treatments that are not covered by the national insurance system.
While not all of our staff are fluent in english, we do our best to assist patients who are not comfortable communicating in Japanese.
We do not charge any additional fees for English language support.
Please understand that all such assistance is provided voluntarily and made possible through the sincere efforts of our team members.
Individuals residing in Kyoto or nearby prefectures who are enrolled in the Japanese health insurance system and intend to continue long-term preventive maintenance after treatment completion.
Health insurance coverage is available for patients who are enrolled in the Japanese health insurance system. And you are intended to continue a long-term preventive maintenance at our clinic after treatment completion.
Treatment is provided in accordance with the regulations of Japan's national health insurance system. Please note that the system and treatment procedures may differ from those in other countries.
English and Japanese only.
(Health Insurance Card, Qualification Confirmation Card, or My Number Card)
All fees for insured treatments and medications are strictly standardized by the government, meaning that the same procedure costs the same amount at any dental clinic nationwide.
If you live in Japan and hold valid health insurance, you can receive essential dental treatment with a much lower co-payment compared to private care overseas. However, because of these regulations, treatment is often divided into several shorter visits.
Since the system's goal is to "restore essential function for chewing," procedures that focus on enhanced function, prevention, or aesthetics (such as material upgrades for fillings and crowns) are not covered by insurance.
If you do not have Japanese health insurance, all treatments will be self-paid. This also applies if you forget to bring your insurance card. Even in such cases, our basic policy is to follow the principles of Japan's national health insurance system to ensure safety and transparency. If you have difficulty understanding explanations in English or Japanese, please bring an interpreter to every appointment.
We generally follow Japan's national health insurance treatment framework. Please note that treatment procedures and systems may differ from those in other countries.
We also provide a full range of self-paid treatments. Consultations for these treatments are available by appointment (fees apply).
We provide scientifically grounded, internationally standardized care. Our specialists in prosthodontics, endodontics, implantology, and oral surgery work collaboratively to deliver advanced, evidence-based treatment.
English and Japanese only.
We accept emergency cases from short-term visitors and travelers staying in Kyoto. We understand the urgency of such situations and will do our best to assist you as promptly as possible. To receive emergency care, you must have a phone number reachable in Japan and be able to confirm your current location. Please contact us through your hotel concierge or a Japanese guarantor.
Appointments cannot be reserved in advance for a specific time. We will accommodate emergencies only when the clinic schedule allows. Walk-ins without prior phone contact cannot be accepted.
Our focus is on emergency relief and temporary stabilization, taking into account your travel itinerary. Treatment is provided in accordance with international standards of care.
Emergency treatment fees may apply. We will inform you of estimated costs when you call to make arrangements. Please note that exact fees can only be determined after examination, depending on the required procedures.
We also welcome non-emergency patients staying in Kyoto for medium- to long-term periods who wish to receive maintenance care.
If interested, please contact us by phone. (Treatment will be performed by a dental hygienist.)
The following are general requests for all visitors to our clinic:
Please strictly observe your appointment time and the clinic's attendance rules. Patients who are repeatedly late or cancel more than twice will not be able to make further appointments.
When receiving treatment under Japan's health insurance system, please understand that specific national regulations apply.
Because insured dental treatment in Japan is highly standardized and cost-controlled, treatment methods may appear uniform. The system prioritizes efficiency and fairness.
Patients who wish to discuss treatment options in greater depth with the dentist may schedule a private consultation (self-pay).
If you request procedures outside the scope of the insurance system or treatments that are not medically appropriate, we may recommend referral to another facility.
Questions related to treatment can usually be addressed within your appointment time. Extended or special consultations may incur additional fees.
For safety and privacy reasons, we cannot accommodate personal requests unrelated to treatment (e.g., preferred forms of address).
Photography, recording, or filming inside the clinic are strictly prohibited. Please refrain from using mobile phones during treatment.
Patients who do not comply with clinic rules will be refused further treatment.
Any abusive, threatening, or disruptive behavior toward staff or other patients will be reported to security personnel and the police.
