Second Year
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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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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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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…
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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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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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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…
