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Reviewing Sakuraco’s Tsukimi Snack Box
Last month I was contacted by Sakuraco and asked to try their Tsukimi box in exchange for an honest and unfiltered review. I had heard of Sakuraco before and I liked their concept…
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Adventure World and Sightseeing Spots with Kids in Shirahama (Wakayama, Japan)
I’ve been fortunate enough to live in Japan for over a decade and travel to 40 different prefectures. One place that I never thought I would travel to before I moved to Kansai,…
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Educational and Fun Puzzles and Board Games for Toddlers and Kids in Japan
Puzzles and board games are an excellent way to not only connect with your child but also stimulate their mind by helping them learn and hone essential skills like problem-solving. I introduced my…
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Japan Travel with Kids: Kanto Guide (Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Ibaraki, Saitama, Gunma, Tochigi)
When people think of Japan, Tokyo is usually the first city to come to mind. However, there’s so much more to the Kanto region than just the capital. In this article, I’ll be…
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Visiting Kids Plaza Osaka in Japan with a Toddler
If you’re looking for somewhere fun and educational indoors to take your toddler or small child in Osaka, look no further than Kids Plaza Osaka. My three-year-old daughter loved this interactive children’s museum…
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Parents’ Day (Sankanbi) at a Preschool (Yōchien) in Japan
The other day, I attended sankanbi (参観日) at my daughter’s preschool, which is a day for parents to observe what goes on at their child’s daycare or school. I found that the experience…
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Best Japan Products for Babies and Toddlers in 2023
Following up on my last article on the best products for newborns in Japan, I’ll be sharing what parents think are the best products for raising babies and toddlers. These results are based…
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Helpful Japanese Phrases for Daycare (Hoikuen) and Preschool (Yochien)
I received a request to share some helpful phrases in Japanese when it comes to daycare (hoikuen) and preschool (yochien), and if you’re a long-term reader, you’ll know that if you ask, you…
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Best Newborn Baby Products in Japan for 2023
Last year I wrote about the top newborn baby products in 2022 as voted by mothers in Japan in a Tamahiyo poll. The list for 2023 is now out with some items and…
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What to Eat at Restaurants in Japan with Toddlers and Kids
If you’re visiting Japan or even living here and wondering what your toddler can eat at restaurants in Japan, I’ve got you covered. Since we’re building a house, we’ve been having to eat…
