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It may not surprise you to hear this, but: Children need a lot of things! Even when we try to take a minimalistic approach to the purchase and accumulation of stuff, there's no way around clothing, feeding and entertaining our kids.
For those of us who don't want clutter and also want to be kind to the environment, finding eco-friendly, sustainable children's gear is a must. Luckily, these products are usually a bit pricier than standard goods...so buying less is easier!
It may seem like Japan, a country fond of plastic bags and packaging isn't a great place to find green...
It’s almost Spring Break in Tokyo! Whether your children attend a Japanese school or an international one, they'll soon have some time off from class and you’ll need to figure out ways to keep them occupied.
While there is always the option to keep the kids at home, let them lounge around and stream Disney+, it’s likely they’ve already had quite a bit of screen time in the last year…
We’ve written before about things to do in Tokyo in the spring and there’s always the...
Knock on wood: the weather in Tokyo lately has been beautiful! When our options for family-friendly entertainment are especially limited, it's nice to be able to run and play outside. But while it seems like springtime is definitely on its way...last year we had snow in March. So let's take advantage of the sunshine and warm temperatures with some of CareFinder's favorite "Spring in Tokyo" family activities!
HanamiIt's popular for a reason! Not only are hanami picnics a great way to enjoy the outdoors and a tasty meal, but the atmosphere also can't be beat! Now...
Setsubun unofficially marks the beginning of springtime in Japan! While the weather can still feel a little wintery, it's nice to think about the longer days, warmer weather and abundant sunshine to come. Watching flowers bloom and trees turn green is also good motivation to give a little more thought to how we treat our environment.
There are a lot of simple ways your family can incorporate sustainability into your lives. They can also be a lot of fun! We've rounded up a few of our favorite eco-friendly lifestyle tips that will help the whole family be a little greener....
Valentine's Day in Japan 2021
Love is in the air!
Valentine's Day is just a short time away and, we don't know about you, but at CareFinder, we're especially excited this year for the opportunity to celebrate the people we care about. And fortunately, there are plenty of ways to say "I Love You" that don't require expensive restaurant reservations.
Check out our suggestions for simple ways for your whole family to enjoy Valentine's Day — from homemade cards to the best Valentine's treats Tokyo has to offer!
Homemade Valentines and CraftsWhile there are a lot of great,...