Asia Pacific Feb 23, 2022
Bringing up a child in China costs much more than in U.S. and Japan, research finds
A new report shows the cost of raising a child in China in 2019 was nearly seven times the country's per capita GDP.
National / Science & Health Feb 16, 2022
Despite ministry recommendation, some parents in Japan wary of COVID jabs for children
by Osamu Tsukimori
Vaccinations for children ages 5 to 11 could start by the end of February, with the government recommending all children receive a shot, particularly those with underlying conditions.
Lifestyle | Longform Dec 25, 2021
Child adoption slowly gains ground in Japan, though prospective parents still face obstacles
by Alex K.T. Martin
Child adoption slowly gains ground in Japan, though prospective parents still face a number of obstacles in trying to expand their families.
Lifestyle Sep 12, 2021
How parents can help kids deal with back-to-school anxiety
by Louise George Kittaka
Two experts from TELL who specialize in working with young people and schools offer some reassuring insights and tips to help kids and parents alike navigate these stressful times.
Lifestyle | CHILD'S PLAY Aug 22, 2021
TeamLab targets little minds with art designed to stimulate
by Danielle Demetriou
Looking for things to do with the kids? Fortunately for mini teamLab lovers (and parents), a growing number of child-focused experiences are open across Japan, from Tokyo to Fukuoka.
Lifestyle Jun 20, 2021
Hardships of children needing medical care in Japan laid bare by new law
by Mie Sakamoto
A recently-enacted law in Japan to support children who need daily medical care and their families has laid bare the hardships such children face in entering the education system, including admission to nurseries and primary schools — something the rest of society often takes ...
Lifestyle Apr 11, 2021
Here's how to say 'sorry' to your kids
by Jessica Grose
Here’s expert advice for coming back from saying things you regret, how to empathize with your kids and how to cut down on snapping when it’s possible.
National / Media | Japan Pulse Nov 28, 2020
Is ‘Demon Slayer’ too violent for children?
by Kaori Shoji
Some children claim they're afraid to sleep after watching record-breaking anime in theaters.
Our Lives Aug 24, 2020
A simple 'How are you doing?' can be a lifeline for stressed-out parents
by H.J. Milon
Geoff Morris provides a place for parents in Osaka to entertain their kids while having a nice healthy venting session.
Food & Drink Aug 22, 2020
This ‘dashi sensei’ helps parents get comfortable making broth from scratch
by J. J. O'Donoghue
Mika Kumahara teaches parents how to make simple, all-natural dashi broth they can feed their children.
Books Jul 25, 2020
Reading time isn’t quiet time with ‘My Moon, Your Moon’
by Patrick St. Michel
Aishah Levine and Nick Ashley’s bilingual book encourages parents to strike up conversations with kids while reading to build self-confidence.
Community Jul 7, 2020
Swedish ambassador to Japan offers hints on making the best of paternity leave
by Junko Horiuchi
Pereric Hoegberg wants Japanese fathers to take a more active role in parenting.