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Study Abroad Programs from Japanese High Schools
Everything foreign families need to know about study abroad programs from Japanese high schools — types, costs, destinations, scholarships, and how to apply.
March 7, 2026
Technology and Computer Education in Junior High Japan
Discover how technology and computer education works in Japanese junior high schools. Learn about Gijutsu Katei, the GIGA School Program, mandatory programming, and what foreign families can expect.
March 7, 2026
Cleaning Time (Souji): Why Japanese Students Clean Their Schools
Learn why Japanese students clean their own schools every day. Discover how souji works, its cultural roots in Buddhism and Shinto, educational benefits, and what foreign parents need to know.
March 7, 2026
Elementary School Subjects and Curriculum in Japan
Learn everything about elementary school subjects and curriculum in Japan (Grades 1-6): Japanese, math, science, moral education, English, home economics and more. Essential guide for foreign parents.
March 7, 2026
Walking to School Alone in Japan: The Tsugaku System
Discover Japan's tsugaku walking-to-school system: how children walk solo safely, the han group structure, Kodomo 110-ban safe houses, and tips for expat parents preparing their child for the Japanese school commute.
March 7, 2026
Religious Kindergartens in Japan: Buddhist and Christian Options
Discover the differences between Buddhist and Christian kindergartens in Japan. Compare teaching philosophies, curriculum approaches, enrollment processes, and tips for foreign families choosing religious preschools.
March 7, 2026
After-School Care Options at Kindergartens in Japan
Comprehensive guide to after-school care options at kindergartens in Japan for foreign parents, covering azukari hoiku, gakudo programs, costs, enrollment, and tips for working families.
March 7, 2026
Daycare Costs in Japan: What Foreign Families Can Expect to Pay
Complete guide to daycare costs in Japan for foreign families. Learn about hoikuen fees, free preschool for ages 3-5, Tokyo subsidies, and how to save on childcare as an expat in Japan.
March 7, 2026
Public vs Private Schools in Japan: Which Is Right for Your Child?
Compare public and private schools in Japan for foreign families. Detailed cost breakdown, curriculum differences, admissions process, and practical tips to choose the right school for your child.
March 7, 2026