Applying for Daycare (Hoikuen) in Japan: A Complete Guide for Foreign Residents
Choosing a nursery school (hoikuen) in Japan can feel overwhelming, especially if you are a foreign resident dealing with new systems, documents, and deadlines. This…
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Japan Through Japanese Eyes
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Guide to Japan’s Maternal and Child Health Handbook (Boshi Techo) and Childhood Vaccinations
Becoming a parent in Japan comes with many new experiences, but one of the most unique and helpful tools you’ll receive is the Maternal and…
Japan’s Kindergarten and Nursery Entrance Ceremony Guid
Heading off to your child’s first day at a Japanese kindergarten or nursery? Welcome! This guide walks you through what an “entrance ceremony” (nyūenshiki /…
Child Medical Expense Subsidy in Japan: What Foreign Residents Should Know
In Japan, many municipalities subsidize medical expenses for children. Learn how the system works, how to apply, and what foreign residents must check. 1. What…
How Much Does Childcare Cost in Japan? Free Preschool Explained for Foreign Families
Japan has made significant strides in recent years to reduce the cost of early childhood education and care. But if you’re a foreign national living…
Japanese Fathers and Childcare: My Experience
It’s been six months since my daughter was born, and she’s growing up healthy and strong.This time, I’d like to share my experience raising my…
Giving Birth in Japan: Our Experience and How Much It Cost
At the age of 41, I became a father for the first time when my daughter was born. My wife is 37.Our journey to parenthood…