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Tips for Visiting Tokyo with Your Family
CareFinder previously shared important points to keep in mind during a summer visit to Tokyo. From the weather forecast, to what to wear and what to eat, you can find a host of helpful insights in that article here .
In addition to our previous tips, we want to share some additional considerations for a trip to Tokyo this year.
HealthcareFortunately, we appear to be beyond the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Japan lifted...
Golden Week 2023 Office Hours
Carefinder offices will be closed from Saturday, April 29, 2023 to Sunday, May 7, 2023 in observation of the Golden Week holiday.
We will be open as usual on Monday, May 8, 2023.
If you have any urgent issue during this period, please contact us at info@carefinder.jp . We appreciate your understanding that it may take a little longer than usual to reply to your message.
We hope you have a good holiday with your family and friends!
2023 Summer Camps in and around Tokyo
It's that time of year again:
Time for CareFinder to offer our annual round-up of can't-miss camp opportunities in and around Tokyo for summer 2023. Check out the list below (and stay tuned as we make updates)!
Classic Camp Experience
What comes to mind when you think "summer camp?" Chances are, it's outdoor fun — hiking, canoeing, and campfires! If you have a young adventurer in your home, or a child who just needs an outlet for all that energy, check out the below options for that classic camp experience.
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Everyone's favorite time of year is almost upon us: Golden Week!
This year's celebrations kick off on Saturday, April 29 and last through Friday, May 5. So, if you can finagle a few days off, your family will enjoy a nine-day vacation! And even if you don't plan on taking extra time, there are plenty of fun, family-friendly activities in and around Tokyo to enjoy during the holiday.
If you find yourself asking, "What is Golden Week?" right now, check out our Golden Week 101 article from 2019...
Avoiding Awkward Situations with Your Sitter
In early 2020 (a lifetime ago!), we wrote about the often-awkward conversations that arise when working with babysitters. Discussing issues of privacy and finance, for instance, is important, but it can also be uncomfortable. In addition to encouraging families to cover their bases with in-person interviews and trial sittings to ensure they hire the sitter or sitters who will best fit their families, we provided tips for heading off some of the...