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Leaving the house in winter can be tough; it's cold out there! Plus, the holiday season is busy and stressful. There's so much shopping and so many bonenkai filling up your schedule. But it's also an inherently romantic time of year, with winter illuminations , crackling fires and plenty of opportunities to cozy up for warmth. If you find yourself needing a little inspiration for alone time with that special someone, look no further! We've put together a list of our favorite winter date ideas for...
CareFinder 2019 Holiday Gift Guide
2019-12-04
Whether you celebrate any winter holidays or just enjoy spreading happiness through gift-giving, 'tis the season! Figuring out what to get can be tough, so the CareFinder team thought we'd help you out. We've put together a gift guide with our suggestions for everyone on your list. Everything can be purchased in or shipped to Tokyo and they're all perfect presents for the parents, kids, spouses, friends and other family members you're shopping for. Happy Socks This is Megumi's favorite socks brand! The whole family can wear...
Join Us at ASIJ Winterfest 2019
2019-11-29
CareFinder is excited to join The American School in Japan's annual WinterFest on Saturday, 7 December! We met so many wonderful families at last year's event and are looking forward to more new faces in 2019. Winterfest is an annual event where the whole family can enjoy lots of great food, entertainment, shopping and more on ASIJ's beautiful campus in Chofu. Members of the CareFinder team will be on hand to tell you all about our community of awesome bilingual babysitters (and we'll be offering some great discounts for new sign-ups!). We can't wait. Hope to see you there! When:...
The families in the CareFinder community are incredibly diverse. They speak many languages and represent countries all over the world. Some have always been in Japan, others are brand new to the country. But while every family we work with is unique, many do face similar challenges when it comes to the mental and behavioral health of their members. We recently spoke with Selena Hoy , outreach coordinator at TELL Japan , a non-profit organization that offers counseling and...
Winter in Tokyo
2019-11-22
Winter in Tokyo is a lot of fun, if a bit chilly! The temperature averages 10*C during the day and drops to slightly above freezing overnight. The city itself doesn't get much snow (or rain), but there are plenty of places just outside the metropolis to get your fix. There's also no shortage of snow-less outdoor and indoor fun to be had, meals to be eaten and shopping bargains to be found. Keep reading for our suggestions on how to make the most of winter in Tokyo with your family! Indoors in Tokyo With a scarf, some mittens and a cozy jacket, walking around the city isn't...
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