Finding childcare in Japan can feel confusing, especially for international families or parents new to hiring babysitters. On CareFinder, babysitters set their own hourly rates, giving families flexibility to find childcare that fits their schedule and budget.

Most babysitters on CareFinder charge between ¥1,800 and ¥3,500 per hour, depending on experience, language ability, and the number of children being cared for.

You can browse babysitters and see their hourly rates here:

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Babysitter Hourly Rates in Japan

Babysitter rates in Japan vary depending on the sitter’s experience, language ability, and location. Generally the typical rates are:

Factors that may affect babysitter rates include:

• Number of children
• Infant care
• Late night babysitting
• Travel time for the sitter
• Language skills (English or bilingual sitters)

Example Babysitting Cost

Let's look at an example babysitting booking in Japan to understand the costs. It is important to understand that in Japan the employer pays for transportation, which may surprise families who are new to Japan.

Example sitting:

• Babysitter hourly rate: ¥2,200
• Babysitting time: 5 hours
• Transportation: ¥500
• Total sitter cost: ¥11,500

When booking a babysitting session on CareFinder there is an additional transaction fee.

Here is an example of how a sitting cost is structured on CareFinder:

Because babysitters set their own hourly rates, families can choose sitters that match their childcare needs and budget.

Babysitter Cost in Tokyo and Other Cities

Babysitting rates can vary slightly depending on the city.

You can browse babysitters by city: Babysitters in Tokyo | Babysitters in Yokohama | Babysitters in Osaka | Babysitters in Kyoto

Ready to find a babysitter in Japan? Browse profiles, compare hourly rates, and connect with babysitters that match your family’s needs.