U.S.-trained dentist
Dr. Murai earned his DDS in Japan and completed his MSD in Prosthodontics at Indiana University, with advanced training in digital dentistry, implants, complex cases, and aesthetic restorations.
Emergency dentist for travelers in Nagoya
Toothache, swelling, broken tooth, or a lost crown during your trip? We provide calm, private emergency dental care in English — 1 minute from Hilton Nagoya, with same-day visits when possible.
Initial Examination & Emergency Consultation
¥25,000 (tax included)
Visitors without Japanese health insurance are treated on a self-pay basis.
A message from your dentist
30 seconds in English — we treat international patients quickly and clearly when they need it most.
What you can expect
No phone tag. No language stress. Just a quick reply, a clear plan, and same-day care when possible.
During clinic hours, we reply on WhatsApp within 1 hour — usually much sooner. After hours, message us anyway and we'll prioritize you the next morning.
For severe pain or a true emergency, we can sometimes see you outside regular hours, even on closed days. Additional fees apply, but you won't be left without help.
Cash, Visa, Mastercard, JCB, and AMEX accepted. We provide a written cost estimate in English before any treatment begins — no surprises.
If your taxi or map gets lost, just say "Hilton Nagoya." We are 1 minute on foot from there. Most central Nagoya hotels are within 5 minutes by taxi.
What we can help with
A toothache in Nagoya, a broken tooth in Nagoya, a lost crown mid-trip — most travel-related dental emergencies are not as serious as they feel in the moment. As an English-speaking emergency dentist in Nagoya, our priority is to take the pain down, stabilise the tooth, and give you a clear plan — whether you are flying home tomorrow or living in Nagoya for years.
Sudden toothache, throbbing pain at night, sensitivity to hot or cold, swollen gums, or facial swelling — these are the most common reasons travelers search for an emergency dentist in Nagoya. We identify the cause with a careful exam and digital X-ray, calm the inflammation, and relieve your pain so you can get back to your trip.
Lost a crown in Nagoya? A filling fell out while eating, or a bridge or denture cracked mid-trip? Bring the piece if you can — as a same-day dentist in Nagoya, we can often re-cement, repair, or replace it on the spot. If a permanent fix is not possible before you fly home, we provide a safe temporary restoration and a written plan for your home dentist.
A chipped front tooth or a cracked molar from biting something hard — it happens. If you have a broken tooth in Nagoya, we smooth sharp edges to protect your tongue and cheek, and rebuild the shape with composite bonding or a temporary crown so you look and feel comfortable again. Broken teeth left untreated can lead to infection, so it is best to see a dentist early.
A fall, a sports injury, or a hit to the mouth — a knocked-out or loosened tooth needs urgent attention. The sooner we see you, the better the chance of saving the tooth and protecting the nerve. If a tooth has been knocked out, keep it moist and come in as quickly as possible.
If you are unsure whether your situation needs an emergency dentist, please still contact us — we will let you know honestly whether you should come in today or whether it can wait.
Dentist for travelers in Nagoya
Many of our urgent visits come from tourists, business travelers, and expats looking for a dentist for travelers in Nagoya. Whether you are staying near Sakae, need a dentist near Nagoya Station, visiting for a conference, exploring on a weekend trip, or passing through on the Shinkansen between Tokyo and Kyoto — we offer same-day dentist visits in Nagoya when possible.
Why us
Dr. Murai earned his DDS in Japan and completed his MSD in Prosthodontics at Indiana University, with advanced training in digital dentistry, implants, complex cases, and aesthetic restorations.
A quiet, modern clinic designed for comfort — not a busy hospital. Each patient receives unhurried, one-on-one care in a relaxed setting.
From your first call to post-treatment follow-up, all consultations, explanations, and written records are in English. No translator needed.
One subway stop from Nagoya Station, two minutes on foot from Fushimi Station, or five minutes by taxi. If you need a dentist near Nagoya Station, we are one of the easiest clinics to reach from any hotel in central Nagoya.
Digital Dentistry
Dr. Murai — a U.S.-trained prosthodontist — learned digital dentistry at Indiana University and built an in-house digital lab right here in Nagoya.
From diagnosis to final restoration, everything is designed and produced digitally — right here in our clinic. Fewer visits, better accuracy, and results you can see before treatment even starts.
Your dentist
U.S.-trained prosthodontic specialist from Indiana University School of Dentistry. Emergency care, digital dentistry, implants, and complex restorative treatment — explained clearly in English.
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What to expect
We start by asking what is hurting, when it started, and what you need from today's visit — especially if you are traveling.
A careful examination, and a digital X-ray if needed. We want to be sure about the cause before we do anything.
We show you what we see and walk you through the options. You decide what happens next.
We take the pain down, stabilise the tooth, and give you a written plan you can continue at home or on a later visit.
Common questions
Yes — as a same-day dentist in Nagoya, we always do our best to see urgent cases on the same day or the next working day. Please call or message us as early as possible so we can prepare for your visit.
Yes. We can often provide safe, stable treatment that lets you travel comfortably. We will explain what your dentist at home should do next, and give you a written summary to hand them.
If you have overseas travel medical insurance, we can provide an itemized receipt and English-language treatment documentation to help you file a claim with your insurer. Coverage depends on your policy — some cover emergency dental treatment, while others may exclude dental care. We recommend checking with your insurer before your visit.
Yes. Japan's National Health Insurance covers enrolled residents only — it is not available to international visitors. All treatment for international patients is self-pay. We explain the estimated cost before we begin, so there are no surprises.
Yes. Even on closed days or outside regular clinic hours, we do our best to reply to messages as soon as possible. In some cases, we may be able to arrange an out-of-hours visit, but this cannot be guaranteed. If an out-of-hours visit is arranged and provided, an additional after-hours fee of ¥30,000 applies.
If you can, please bring the following to help us treat you quickly.
Your care doesn't end when you fly home. We support you after treatment, wherever you are.
Not sure yet?
Not ready to book? Send us a photo and a short description of your problem. We will review your case and reply with a treatment outline and cost estimate within 48 hours — no obligation.
How it works:
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