Support Guide for Childcare, Early Education, and Family Support in Japan
Helping families navigate childcare, support services, and everyday options for children in Japan
At TamagoDaruma, we help families find starting points for support and services related to childcare, early education, and family life in Japan.
We organize available options based on each family’s situation, including babysitters, prenatal and postnatal support, nursery schools, temporary childcare, employer-sponsored childcare, after-school care, and children’s clothing. Our goal is to help families move forward even from the stage of not knowing where to begin.
Are You Facing
Any of These Concerns?
You want to use a babysitting service, but are not sure where to ask or who to contact
You want to learn what prenatal or postnatal support is available
You want to compare nursery schools or temporary childcare options
You are looking for after-school care or a place for your child to stay after school
You want trustworthy products and services that support your child’s daily life and growth
There is too much information, and you are unsure where to start
Support Available Through TamagoDaruma
Babysitting and Prenatal / Postnatal Support
For families looking for babysitting services or considering prenatal and postnatal support, we provide guidance to trusted options based on each household’s situation and needs.
Whether you need support from the newborn stage, regular childcare, occasional help for unexpected situations, ongoing assistance, or prenatal and postnatal care, we offer a starting point to help you find the option that fits your family best.
Recommended for those who:
- Need childcare for sudden or unexpected situations
- Want to use a babysitting service on a regular basis
- Are considering prenatal or postnatal support
Nursery Schools, Temporary Childcare, and Certified Childcare Centers
For families looking for nursery schools or certified childcare centers in Tokyo, we provide trusted options that are easy to compare based on each family’s situation and preferences.
Whether you are looking for a regular childcare arrangement, want to organize information including temporary childcare, or would like to consider a wider range of options including certified childcare centers, we provide a clear starting point for your next step.
Recommended for those who:
- Are looking for a nursery school
- Want to explore options including certified childcare centers
- Want to compare and organize information, including temporary childcare
Employer-Sponsored Childcare and After-School Support
For families looking for employer-sponsored childcare or after-school support such as school-age childcare programs, we provide trusted options based on your work style and household situation.
Whether you are exploring childcare arrangements or looking for after-school care and support, we offer a starting point that makes it easier to compare options with confidence.
Recommended for those who:
- Want to learn about employer-sponsored childcare options
- Are researching after-school childcare and support
- Are considering school-age childcare or after-school places for their child
Products and Services for Children
For families raising children, we introduce trusted products and services that support children’s daily lives and development.
This includes children’s clothing, toys and educational items that encourage play and learning, as well as a wide range of products and services that support children’s growth and everyday life. We provide a starting point that makes it easier to choose based on your family’s situation and interests.
Recommended for those who:
- Are looking for products or services suited to their child
- Want to explore options related to toys, learning, and child development
- Would like guidance on items or services that fit their family’s needs
How the Process Works
A simple four-step process
Contact Us
Start by reaching out to us with your family’s situation or any questions you may have.
You are welcome to contact us even if you are still at an early stage, such as:
- “I’m not sure which type of support is right for us”
- “I want to organize the childcare options available”
- “I would like to talk things through first”
Review Your Needs
Based on the details you provide, we review the direction of support or services that best match your family’s situation and preferences.
When needed, we also help organize the information you should check next and the most relevant places to turn for support.
Guidance and Information Organization
Based on your consultation, we provide guidance on relevant support options, services, and useful points of contact.
This may include babysitting and prenatal / postnatal support, nursery schools and temporary childcare, employer-sponsored childcare, after-school support, and products and services for children. From the support currently available through TamagoDaruma, we help organize a clear starting point for your next step.
Move Forward with Your Next Step
From there, you can move forward in confirming the support, services, or contact points that best fit your family, and if needed, proceed to more detailed inquiries or service consideration.
TamagoDaruma aims to be more than just a place to read information. We strive to be a practical starting point that helps families take the next step.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of support and services do you introduce?
At TamagoDaruma, we mainly introduce support and service options related to childcare, early education, and family support that we are currently able to guide users to.
These may include babysitting, prenatal and postnatal support, nursery schools, certified childcare centers, temporary childcare, employer-sponsored childcare, after-school support, and products and services for children. Based on each family’s situation, we provide a clear starting point that makes the next step easier to understand.
Can I apply for a service directly from this page?
This page is designed to organize and introduce entry points to relevant support and services.
After reviewing the information, you can contact us if needed, share your situation with the appropriate service or contact point, and move forward to the next step.
Is it okay if I am still not sure which option to choose?
Yes, absolutely.
Even if you do not yet know which option is right for your family, starting with the topic that feels closest to your current concern can help you organize what to check next and clarify the direction you may want to consider.
Can I use these services if I live outside Tokyo?
The areas covered vary depending on the type of support or service.
Some options are mainly available in Tokyo, while others may be available more broadly depending on the service. We can provide guidance based on the details of your situation.
Can businesses or institutions also make inquiries from this page?
This page is primarily intended for families.
For support for businesses and institutions, as well as advertising, PR, and marketing services, please refer to the relevant service pages linked from the main services page.
Contact Form
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or inquiries about childcare, early education, and family support in Japan.
