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We've talked before about general cultural gaps you may encounter in Japan and have recently covered cultural issues specific to mixed heritage children . But let's dive deeper into...
Save Money on Babysitting Costs!
2020-09-17
Did you know parents in Japan can receive a subsidy from the government to help pay for childcare? It's true! Families must meet a few requirements to be eligible but the extra money can be a huge help in defraying daycare and babysitter costs. How Does it Work? Your children should be between 3 and 5 years of age. Additional specifics for qualifying will differ between wards. Once you are registered, you can receive up to 37,000 per month to reimburse for childcare expenses incurred through a non-licensed...
Teaching Methods Compared
2020-09-02
This school year may have already started, but that's no reason not to have an eye on the future! We've talked in the past about the difference between international and public schools in Japan for children with mixed heritage. Now we want to compare and contrast some educational methods and where you can find the schools that use them in and around Tokyo. All children learn differently and every family has different priorities and needs. We've outlined three common methods -...
Every year, Japan holds "Disaster Prevention Day" 防災の日 on 1 September to encourage everyone to practice safety drills and inventory their disaster kits. This year, with the added consideration of coronavirus (and the always-present colds that kids bring home when they go back to school), it also serves as great inspiration for taking stock of your healthcare practices. In addition to some tips and resources for navigating emergencies and natural disasters in Tokyo, we've included information to help keep your family healthy. Japan's Natural Disasters If you didn't already...
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