Baby
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Best Second Birthday Gifts: What to Get a 2-Year-Old in Japan
My daughter is turning three this month, so I thought I would share what we got her for her second birthday that she still loves a year later. This list also includes some…
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Quick and Easy Uchiwa Craft for Father’s Day by Babies and Toddlers
Father’s Day is this Sunday, so I thought I would share an easy handmade present that you can make if you’re still wondering about what to do. To give you an idea of…
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A Look at Electric Bicycles for Families in Japan
Bicycles are a common way to get around in Japan, and when you have a small child, electrically assisted ones can be a game-changer. In this article, I’ll share my experience using an…
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Hiking Nara’s Mount Yoshino for the Best Cherry Blossoms in Japan
During the second weekend of April, my family visited Mount Yoshino (吉野山) in Nara to take in their famed cherry blossoms, and it did not disappoint. This kind of topic isn’t something I…
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Best Products for Babies, Toddlers, and Everyday Life in Japan for 2022
The last article in my series on the best products for 2022 as voted by mothers in Japan is here! The previous rankings focused on favorite pregnancy products and products for newborns. This…
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Best Newborn Baby Products in Japan for 2022
NEW: This list has been updated for 2023, so check it out! I’ve written about my personal experience with newborn baby products, but as this was back in 2019, I wondered what baby…
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How to Keep Babies and Toddlers Warm During Winter in Japan
Is it just me or has this winter been colder than the rest? Tokyo has been getting a ton of snow this year and it feels like it snows every week where I…
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A New Forum for Parents in Japan
I have some exciting news to share — Tiny Tot in Tokyo now has a forum where you can interact with other parents in Japan! This is something I’ve been thinking about starting…
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Sticker Workbooks for Toddlers in Japan
Like most toddlers, mine is obsessed with stickers (シール). So when I stumbled upon sticker workbooks, I thought it would be a great way for my daughter to get some learning in and…
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My Experience With an Authorized Daycare (Ninka Hoikuen) and an Unauthorized Daycare (Muninka Hoikuen) in Japan
This month and the next, some of you will be hearing about whether or not your child got into daycare. I imagine most of you will be gunning for a spot in an…