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This is an announcement regarding the program to promote the acceptance of one-year-old children.

This is information for those currently enrolled in licensed childcare facilities regarding procedures related to changes in family circumstances, transfers to other facilities, withdrawal, etc.

Announcement of the launch of Fukuoka Kindergarten Vacancy Map service

We explain the application process for prenatal childcare facilities.

Overview: We provide temporary childcare for parents when they need it, such as for special occasions like weddings, funerals, medical appointments, or to relax. Fukuoka City Temporary Childcare Availability Search Site OPEN April 1, 2025! Check availability at temporary childcare facilities in Fukuoka City, as well as frequently asked questions. Fukuoka City Temporary Childcare Availability Search Site Eligible Children: Infants and toddlers aged 6 months to preschool age who reside in Fukuoka City. However, sick children and those recovering from illness are not eligible. *Chuo Children's Hall Aikuru and Minami Ward Ohashi Children's Plaza are also available to non-city residents, subject to availability on the day. Fees: Varies by facility. (See the list of participating facilities.) Number of Uses: Up to 14 visits per month. *If multiple facilities are used, the total number of visits is limited to a combined total of 14. How to Use: Pre-registration: Registration is required in advance. A document verifying the child's address (Fukuoka City Childcare Card, Health Insurance Eligibility Confirmation, Individual Number […])

This page provides an overview of corporate-led childcare businesses and a list of corporate-led childcare facilities in Fukuoka City.

We provide payment of usage fees (childcare fees) to those who use unlicensed childcare facilities, etc., meet the requirements, and are certified.

Child support and parent-child contact are important arrangements to support a child's healthy growth and life even after divorce. Parent-child contact refers to regular and continuous interaction between the parent who lives separately from the child, which contributes to the child's sense of security and healthy development. This is for those considering divorce and single-parent families after divorce. When it comes to child support and parent-child contact, it is important to prioritize the child's best interests and make arrangements as concrete as possible. For details on how to make arrangements, consultation services, and available support systems, please check the single-parent family information portal site "Tayotte". *Clicking the image will take you to the site.

This page provides information on the procedures for using licensed childcare facilities in Fukuoka City.

We have posted various relevant forms regarding the use of Fukuoka City childcare facilities, etc.

This is information regarding childcare facilities in Fukuoka City for the 2027 fiscal year.

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What is Short Stay for Children? When parents are temporarily unable to care for their children at home due to childcare fatigue, illness, or ceremonial occasions, children can be placed with foster parents or child welfare facilities for a short period of time (usually up to 7 days). Eligible users: Children under 18 years of age who reside in Fukuoka City. Fee (daily rate): Fees vary depending on the household's tax status and the child's age. Placement: *Matching between children and foster parents is carried out by the above-mentioned coordinating agency ① or ②. For inquiries and applications, please contact the Family and Child Consultation Office of the Childcare Support Division of your ward. Reception hours are Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays and the New Year holidays) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Higashi Ward Childcare Support Division, Family and Child Counseling Office Address: 2-54-1 Hakozaki, Higashi Ward, Fukuoka City TEL: 092-645-1072 FAX: 092-631-1511 EMAIL: kosodate.HIWO@city.fukuoka.lg.jp Hakata Ward Childcare Support Division, Family and Child Counseling Office […]

What is the Fukuoka Family Support Center? It is a membership organization where "people who want support in child-rearing" (requesting members) and "people who want to support child-rearing" (providing members) engage in mutual support activities for child-rearing in the local community. For example, when it is not possible to take children to or from nursery school or kindergarten, when members return home from a children's group for families away from home, or when going out for special occasions such as weddings, funerals, or shopping, the network allows members to look after and leave their children with each other. It is available to all families with children, not just dual-income households. Membership registration is required to use the service. Both requesting members and providing members are required to attend a training course, and after completing the course, members can register as members. When you wish for support, we will introduce you to someone who meets your desired criteria. Contact Fukuoka Family Support Center Office

Business Overview When a child is ill and their guardian is unable to care for them at home due to work or other reasons, we will look after them at our sick child daycare room. Target Children Children from 0 years old to 6th grade elementary school students residing in Fukuoka City Fee Free of charge from April 1, 2023 (Meals, milk, snacks, medical expenses, etc. are not included.) Hours Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Saturday 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM Note) The room will be closed on Sundays, public holidays, and when the clinic is closed. Note) Hours may vary depending on the facility. Please contact each facility for details. Items to bring (Please write your child's name on all items.) How to use Step 1 Registration (First time only) Submit a registration form to the facility you are using for the first time. Registration is required for each facility. We recommend registering in advance. Form Sick Child Daycare Room Registration Form (PDF91 KB） ステップ2　予約 […]

Holiday childcare is a childcare service available to parents of children enrolled in licensed childcare facilities in Fukuoka City (licensed childcare centers, the childcare functions of certified childcare centers, home-based childcare programs, small-scale childcare programs, and in-house childcare programs) who are unable to care for their children on Sundays or holidays due to work or other reasons. About Holiday Childcare: Eligible Facilities: Holiday childcare is currently offered at 13 locations in the city. Eligible Children: Children currently enrolled in licensed childcare facilities in Fukuoka City (licensed childcare centers, the childcare functions of certified childcare centers, home-based childcare programs, small-scale childcare programs, and in-house childcare programs) who require childcare on holidays for the same reasons as those required for use of childcare facilities, such as work. Holiday childcare is available on: Sundays, holidays designated by the National Holidays Act, December 29th and 30th. Hours: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Fees: Included in monthly childcare fees. Usage Notes: If you use holiday childcare, please choose a Monday-Saturday day off at your current facility instead.

This is information on various procedures for applying online for licensed childcare facilities.

What are unlicensed childcare facilities? Unlicensed childcare facilities are facilities that are not licensed childcare centers approved by the prefectural governor (including mayors of designated cities, core cities, and cities with child consultation centers; the same applies below). This term also includes home-visit childcare services (so-called babysitting). When using an unlicensed childcare facility, please confirm the childcare details yourself by contacting the facility and touring the facility based on the published information. List of unlicensed childcare facilities in Fukuoka City (including corporate-led childcare services). Unlicensed childcare facilities are divided into facility-specific and home-visit services (so-called babysitting). [Facilities] List of facilities by category List in alphabetical order [Home-visit services (babysitting)] *Disclosure of the list of unlicensed childcare facilities (home-visit services) and points to note when using them. Supervision of unlicensed childcare facilities: Based on the Child Welfare Act, the city supervises unlicensed childcare facilities. […]

These clubs are aimed at children whose parents or cohabitants are away from home after school due to work or other reasons. They provide a place for them to play and live, and are supported by after-school child support workers and other supporters, with the aim of promoting healthy development. Management is entrusted to the "After-School Childcare Club Management Committee" of each school district, which is made up of representatives from parents who use the clubs, the PTA, elementary schools, and local government organizations. Locations: 147 of the city's 141 elementary schools (one of which is closed). Target Children: Children living in Fukuoka City who are enrolled in elementary school and whose parents or cohabitants are regularly away from home during the day due to work or other reasons, and therefore lack adequate care at home after school hours. (Reference: As of April 6, 4, the number of enrolled children was 20. Required Procedures: Apply directly to each after-school childcare club (certificate of parental employment required). For details on the application process, please contact the respective after-school childcare club.

This is information regarding online applications for childcare facilities in Fukuoka City.

Frequently asked questions regarding use of childcare facilities in Fukuoka City

How User Fees (Childcare Fees and Supplementary Food Fees) are Determined 0-2 Year Old Class Childcare fees for children in the 0-2 year old class are determined based on the combined amount of the parents' municipal income tax (tax rate: 6% *excluding deductions that cannot be calculated in the user fee, such as hometown tax donations and housing loan deductions), according to the childcare fee bracket. (For childcare fees, please refer to the childcare fee bracket.) (PDF318 KB）をご覧ください。） （参考）保育料決定にかかる市町村民税の対象年度 令和７年９月～令和８年８月・・・令和７年度市町村民税額所得割額で決定します。 ３～５歳児クラス ３～５歳児クラスに所属する児童の保育料は無償です。ただし、副食費（給食のおかず代）は、保護者の皆様のご負担となります。副食費は利用する施設（公立の場合は市）へ直接お支払いいただく必要があります。 利用者負担額の試算方法 決定前に、ご自身で利用者負担額を試算する場合は対象年度の市町村民税所得割金額（税率：6％ […]

Subsidies are available for the cost of use of non-licensed childcare facilities (including corporate-run childcare facilities) for second and subsequent children who meet the requirements and have been approved.

About the Kindergarten Promotion Project for Children Under 12 Years Old For children between 29 months and 49,000 years old who need childcare, staff with childcare qualifications will take care of your child at a private kindergarten in the city that has been certified by the city. (If the child reaches XNUMX years old during the fiscal year, the deadline is the last day of March of that fiscal year.) Who can apply for the Kindergarten Promotion Project for Children Under XNUMX Years Old If you meet both of the following requirements XNUMX and XNUMX, you can apply. Childcare hours, etc. Monday to Friday (Saturday opening hours vary depending on the kindergarten.) More than XNUMX hours of care per day (opening hours vary depending on the kindergarten.) *Closed days are Sundays, holidays, and December XNUMXth to January XNUMXrd. Some kindergartens also have about XNUMX days off per year. Implementing kindergartens Childcare fees, etc. Depending on each household's income, etc., you will be charged the same childcare fee as when using a nursery school (however, the maximum is XNUMX yen). Childcare fees for second and subsequent children are also exempted as in the case of using a nursery school.

Free Childcare for Second and Subsequent Children (Childcare Fees for Children Aged 0-2) In Fukuoka City, as a measure to alleviate the burden on families with multiple children, childcare fees for second and subsequent children aged 0-2 attending daycare centers (including unlicensed facilities) or kindergartens are free. When determining which child is which, it is not necessary for them to be using the same daycare center (including unlicensed facilities) or kindergarten simultaneously, and there are no age restrictions for siblings. The oldest child living in the same household is counted as the first child, and the younger children as the second child, and so on. The details of the free childcare and application procedures vary depending on the facility used. Please check the information below. Please note that the residency requirement is that both the child and the guardian must reside in Fukuoka City. (In principle, having a resident registration in Fukuoka City is required.) Previously (National System) From April 2023: Free childcare for all children from the second child onwards, regardless of sibling age. All households are eligible regardless of guardian income. Those using licensed childcare facilities, etc. Eligible Facilities Details of Free Childcare […]

Facilities that aim to care for infants and young children, but have not received approval for establishment of the facility from the prefectural governor (in the case of Fukuoka City, the Mayor of Fukuoka City) under the Child Welfare Act, are collectively referred to as "unlicensed childcare facilities." To use an unlicensed childcare facility, parents apply directly to the facility and enter into a direct contract with the facility. Usage fees etc. vary by facility, so please contact the facility directly. For those considering using an unlicensed childcare facility For those who have opened or are considering opening an unlicensed childcare facility For those who would like to know more about the unlicensed childcare facility child support program, please see the Unlicensed Childcare Facility Child Support Program page

What is a home-visit childcare service? Following the revision of the Child Welfare Act on April 27, 4, unlicensed babysitting services providing care for infants and young children at clients' homes and other locations are now subject to notification to Fukuoka City as "unlicensed home-visit childcare services." The businesses listed on this page are unlicensed home-visit childcare providers that have registered with Fukuoka City (if the number of infants and young children being cared for is one or more, all businesses, including individuals, are subject to notification). Public Information: Business name, start date, certification status, address, telephone number, provider, manager, qualified personnel, and available childcare hours. (For individual home-visit childcare providers, address, telephone number, and provider name are not listed.) *Public information is based on notifications submitted to Fukuoka City and may differ from the current situation. *For specific service details, please contact each provider directly. For those considering using a home-visit childcare service (such as a babysitter), please […]

This is a service that allows you to apply for direct debit of the fees for the Children's Care Service for Away from Home via the Internet from your home computer, smartphone or tablet.

Project Overview: To support those who require childcare from eight weeks after birth, this program provides subsidies for a portion of babysitting costs. Eligibility: Parents residing in Fukuoka City who are registered residents and unable to provide childcare for their infants from eight weeks after birth (57 days from the day after birth) until the day before their six-month birthday. Applications are accepted in two categories, A and B. Both categories can be used simultaneously. Subsidized Period: From eight weeks after birth (57 days from the day after birth) until the day before the six-month birthday. *However, for category B, the subsidy is only valid until the day before enrollment in a licensed daycare center. ■Check your eligible period■ Subsidized Time Slots: Up to 10 hours between 7:6 AM and 8:8 PM. Maximum Usage Time: Those eligible for category A can use the service for a total of 24 hours during the eligible period. […]

Childcare Facility Admission Application Status: Amidst the declining birthrate and the increase in dual-income households, the number of applications for childcare facilities is on the rise. Therefore, we are working to secure sufficient capacity through measures such as the development of childcare facilities. The capacity of childcare facilities was 26,264 in FY2012, but this increased significantly to 42,431 in FY2026. Furthermore, the number of children on waiting lists decreased significantly from 893 in FY2012 to just 1 in FY2026. Please refer to the attached file for details regarding FY2026.

Free Early Childhood Education and Childcare Fees for childcare facilities will be free for 1-8 year olds who need childcare and for 1-092 year olds from non-taxable households. Procedures vary depending on the type of childcare facility you use. Please check the details below. Reference: "Free Early Childhood Education and Childcare" (Children and Families Agency page) For those using nursery schools and certified childcare centers (nursery school portion) For inquiries about kindergartens, nursery schools, and certified childcare centers Department: Child Future Bureau, Child Rearing Support Department, Operation Support Division Address: 711-4245-092 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City Phone number: 733-5718-450 Fax: 3-11,300-3 For those using kindergartens and certified childcare centers (kindergarten portion) After-school care will be paid at the lower of "XNUMX yen x number of days after-school care is used" or "free fee paid to the facility", up to a monthly upper limit. *The monthly limit for classes for XNUMX- to XNUMX-year-olds is XNUMX yen. For classes for XNUMX-year-olds who are exempt from resident tax or have multiple children, the monthly limit is XNUMX yen.

Overview The Special Needs Childcare Program aims to promote the growth and development of children with special needs and other children through daily interaction, fostering their growth and development and the cultivation of rich human qualities, thereby improving child welfare. Location In Fukuoka City, Special Needs Childcare (Support Childcare) is implemented at all childcare facilities. Target Children Children who require childcare and special support (mental or physical disabilities, rare diseases, medical care, etc.). Application Process (For Parents) Submission of Application Documents Once the necessary documents listed in 1 and 2 above are complete, please submit them to the childcare facility or the Childcare Support Division of your respective ward office. Decision and Notification Based on the opinions of the Fukuoka City Special Needs Childcare Council, Fukuoka City will determine the support category, and the Childcare Support Division will notify the childcare facility and parents of the decision. Required Documents for Application Parents For Providers Application Process Create the "Support Childcare (Special Needs Childcare) Application Status Form" (Attachment No. 2), and submit it along with the "Support Childcare Application Form" (Form No. 1) completed by the parents, "[...]

In Fukuoka City, when evacuation orders are issued due to wind and flood damage, or when all public transportation in the city is suspended, licensed childcare facilities will be temporarily closed. However, for children whose parents are all engaged in disaster response, such as disaster prevention work or medical workers, seven public childcare centers will accept them (alternative childcare). In order to use alternative childcare, pre-registration is required. If you are applying for registration for the first time, a pre-interview and application form will be accepted at the public childcare center of your choice. *If you do not pre-register, you will not be able to use alternative childcare even if the center is temporarily closed. *Registration is required every fiscal year. Process from pre-registration to use during temporary closure Pre-registration 7. First pre-registration application The person who wishes to use applies to the public childcare center of their choice (a pre-interview will be conducted at the time of application). XNUMX. Registration The city hall registers the person who wishes to use Use during temporary closure XNUMX. Notification of closure The childcare center of your choice will contact the registered user XNUMX. Notification of alternative childcare use The registered user will be informed of the public childcare center that will accept the child in the event of a disaster.

This is information about applying for education and childcare benefit certification online.

You can use the Cabinet Office's My Number Portal (Pitto Service) to complete various procedures related to free childcare for children in the 3-5 year old class who need childcare and children in the 0-2 year old class who are exempt from resident tax and who use unlicensed childcare facilities (excluding corporate-led childcare facilities). This page is for facility use benefit certification applications. Please note that this is different from the free childcare fee for the second child and onwards. Click here to apply online for facility use fees. Click here to apply for the free childcare fee for the second child and onwards (multiple child household use benefit certification) for children aged 0-2 years and onwards (households subject to resident tax) who need childcare and live in Fukuoka City and use unlicensed childcare facilities (including corporate-led childcare facilities). About the application process and necessary documents The application process and necessary documents are explained on the following page. Please check in advance. Information on procedures related to free early childhood education and childcare (for those using unlicensed childcare facilities) Facility […]

For those who live in Fukuoka City and have children aged 0-2 years old or older (households subject to resident tax) who need childcare at non-licensed childcare facilities (including corporate-led childcare facilities), you can use the Cabinet Office's My Number Portal (Pitto Service) to complete various procedures related to the subsidy (free of charge) for usage fees. This page is for those who have received the free childcare fee for the second child or older (certification of the use of benefits for households with many children). This is different from the free early childhood education and childcare (certification of the use of facilities, etc.). Please note. If you do not have the certification of the use of benefits for households with many children, you must apply for certification here. Click here to apply online for the free early childhood education and childcare (certification of the use of facilities, etc.) for children in the 3-5 year old class who need childcare at non-licensed childcare facilities (excluding corporate-led childcare facilities) and children in the 0-2 year old class of households not subject to resident tax. About the application process and necessary documents The application process and necessary documents can be found on the following page […]

For residents of Fukuoka City with second and subsequent children aged 0-2 years old (from households subject to resident tax) who require childcare and use unlicensed childcare facilities (including company-sponsored childcare facilities), various procedures related to subsidies (free childcare) can be carried out using the Cabinet Office's My Number Portal (Pittari Service). This page is for the application for certification of free childcare for second and subsequent children (multiple-child household benefit certification). Please note that this is different from free early childhood education and childcare (facility use benefit certification). Click here to apply online for the free childcare for second and subsequent children (multiple-child household benefit). Click here to apply online for certification of free early childhood education and childcare for children aged 3-5 years old who require childcare and use unlicensed childcare facilities (excluding company-sponsored childcare facilities), and for children aged 0-2 years old from households exempt from resident tax. For information on the application process and required documents, please see the page below. [...]

Pursuant to Articles 41 and 53 of the Child and Child-rearing Support Act, the city of Fukuoka hereby announces the specific educational and childcare facilities for which it has set (confirmed or declined) capacity as attached.

This is information on how to submit changes to your desired childcare facility via online application.

This page explains facilities where you can regularly leave your child.

This is information about submitting a notification of transfer (desired) to a childcare facility online and a notification of change of desired transfer destination to a childcare facility.

This is information about submitting a notification of refusal (withdrawal) from a childcare facility via online application.

This service allows you to apply for direct debit application procedures (new or changes) for childcare fees from your home computer, smartphone, or tablet device via the Internet. There is no need to create paper documents or stamp them with a registered seal, and you can avoid the trouble of mailing or bringing them to the counter. You can easily set up a transfer account from the applicable financial institution, so please use it. *For applications other than childcare fees, please see "Information on the Fukuoka City Internet Direct Debit Reception Service" People and financial institutions eligible to apply (please check the service hours in advance) Applications cannot be made through the Internet Direct Debit Reception Service from financial institutions other than those listed above. If you wish to have your account debited from a financial institution other than the above, or if you wish to apply by paper, please complete the direct debit request form. Transfer date and start date of direct debit What you need *The information required to enter when applying varies depending on the financial institution. Notes […]

You can pay childcare fees anytime, anywhere using your mobile phone (smartphone) without having to go to a financial institution or convenience store.

Nurseries are supporters of child rearing. They provide childcare services on behalf of parents when it is difficult for them to look after their children at home due to work or illness. Eligible citizens Children can enter nurseries from the day after they turn three months old. Applications can be made if the following conditions [4] (address requirements) and [1] (admission criteria) are met. Required procedures To apply for admission, please submit the necessary documents to the Child Rearing Support Division of the ward in which the desired childcare facility is located. (The first application on April 1st will be accepted at the childcare facility of your first choice.) In addition, when applying for admission, be sure to visit the childcare facility you wish to use with your child in advance, and have an interview and receive explanations of important matters. *For the necessary documents and application deadlines, please contact the Child Rearing Support Division of the ward in which the childcare facility of your first choice is located. Closed on Sundays, national holidays, national holidays, December 12th to January 29rd Childcare hours Monday to Saturday: 1:3 a.m. to 7:6 p.m. […]

The facilities listed here are private facilities that have been registered with Fukuoka City as after-school child welfare programs under the Child Welfare Act. For more information, please contact each facility.

Notification of corporate-led childcare business

Kindergartens are places where children can experience group life, learn the rules of social life through play, cultivate the beginnings of morality, and build a foundation for learning in elementary school and beyond. Choose a kindergarten that both you and your child are happy with. As of July 1, 2026, there are 115 private kindergartens (including 9 certified kindergarten-type childcare centers). For information on private kindergartens, please see the "Fukuoka City Private Kindergarten Federation website." Regarding free early childhood education: Free early childhood education has been in effect since October 1, 2019. For details, please see the "About Free Early Childhood Education and Care" page. For information on kindergarten availability, the availability of school buses, and extended childcare hours, please see the "Fukuoka Kindergarten Information Board (Availability Map)."

Starting in fiscal year 3, as a regional child and child-rearing support project based on the Child and Child-rearing Support Act, a portion of the fees for various group activities for young children living in Fukuoka City, which are conducted at facilities that meet the standards set by Fukuoka City, will be subsidized to support parents of children aged 3 or older who use these facilities. Project Overview Eligible Facility Criteria In order for parents to use this project, the facility must meet the criteria to become an eligible facility. Please check the "Eligible Facility Confirmation Flowchart." Facilities that wish to apply to become eligible facilities should contact us regarding the application process, etc.

To enable children who require medical care to attend kindergartens and other facilities, we subsidize the costs when nurses from visiting nursing stations provide medical care at kindergartens and other facilities.