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Complaints are accepted at the Children's General Consultation Center (Egao-kan). TEL: 092-833-3000 (24-hour service) *During the New Year holidays, please call 189. Counseling desk Specialist counselors are available to listen to any concerns you may have about child-rearing, such as "I'm having trouble raising my child" or "I can't raise my child due to certain circumstances." Your confidentiality will be kept, so please feel free to contact us. Children's General Consultation Center (Egao-kan) Egao-kan website TEL: 092-833-3000 FAX: 092-832-7830 *24-hour service (excluding New Year holidays) *Monday to Friday, 9:17-189:XNUMX (excluding public holidays and New Year holidays) Child-rearing consultation leaflet (fold the long side in three) Are there any children in your neighborhood that you are worried about? Please do not hesitate to contact us! Child Abuse Response Hotline XNUMX (Ichi-Haya-Ku) If you have concerns about a child or family in your neighborhood that you think may be being abused, please contact us. Contact […]

1. Project overview Employment counselors will introduce job vacancies received at the Fukuoka Municipal Single Parent Family Support Center. A letter of introduction will be issued to those who wish to apply. 2. Project location The project will be carried out at the Fukuoka Municipal Single Parent Family Support Center (2-5-15 Otemon, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka). 3. Cost burden Free for both job seekers and employers. 4. Project image Inquiries Fukuoka Municipal Single Parent Family Support Center Phone number: 092-715-8805 Fukuoka Municipal Single Parent Family Support Center website Single Parent Family Information Portal Site "Tayotte" We operate the portal site "Tayotte", which compiles support measures and information from various institutions for single parent families and families who are not yet becoming single parents. Please make use of it. *Click on the image to jump to the site.

What is a health checkup? Mother's health checkup Child's health checkup Health checkup during pregnancy Prenatal health checkup Notice As of April 7, 4, the following subsidy targets have been added. 1. Ultrasound examination at the checkup around the 20th week of pregnancy (ticket no. 4) If you received the subsidy voucher before March 7, 3, there is no need to exchange it, so please visit a medical institution as it is. 31. Cervical cancer screening as part of prenatal checkup If you do not have a cervical cancer screening subsidy voucher, subsidy vouchers are available at each medical institution that conducts prenatal checkups, so please visit a medical institution as it is. Eligible Pregnant women who are registered as residents in Fukuoka City Subsidy details You will be issued a "Fukuoka City Prenatal Health Checkup Subsidy Voucher/Parturient Health Checkup Subsidy Voucher Set" (for 14 visits) along with your Maternal and Child Health Handbook. Even if you visit a medical institution using this subsidy voucher, you may need to pay the medical institution separately for tests other than those covered by the subsidy. *For women with multiple pregnancies, in addition to the above subsidy vouchers, […]

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 site compiles information on children's cafeterias operated by local volunteer groups and NPOs in Fukuoka City. (Only organizations that are known to Fukuoka City and the Fukuoka City Social Welfare Council and are allowed to be listed)

The Foster Parent Support Center provides comprehensive support to foster parents, including recruiting and training foster parents, and providing support to foster parents and children in its care from before placement to after placement is released, in order to improve the environment for children by promoting family care.

Fukuoka City will set up "Local Child-rearing Consultation Desks" at child plazas and daycare centers to provide advice and information on child-rearing in familiar locations where children and their families can easily drop in. Please feel free to consult us about anything, such as child growth and development, or how to interact with children!

Counselors with qualifications such as clinical psychologists will answer any questions about child-rearing from families, such as concerns about child-rearing, development, or disabilities. Consultations are conducted face-to-face, so prior reservations are required.

In order to promote the creation of an environment where parents and infants can easily go out and to foster awareness of supporting families raising children throughout the community, facilities (including private facilities) that have spaces for breastfeeding and diaper changing will be registered as "Baby Stations". Facilities registered as "Baby Stations" will display a symbolic mark (flags, stickers, etc.). What you can do at a "Baby Station" You can use either or both of the following spaces. Registered Baby Station Facilities Each "Baby Station" has different installation conditions and usage conditions, so please use it according to the usage conditions and instructions given by the administrator of each facility. Search by map Fukuoka City Web Map [How to use] Click (tap) on the symbolic mark on the map to display facility details. *You can also search by keyword Search by list Higashi Ward Hakata Ward Chuo Ward Minami Ward Jonan Ward Sawara Ward Nishi Ward We are looking for registered facilities Fukuoka City […]

Central Children's Hall Aikuru is a facility that aims to promote the healthy development of children through play and activities, childcare support programs, temporary care for infants and toddlers, club activities, seasonal events and various other activities. Opening hours: 9:00am - 9:00pm Closed: Every Monday, the last day of each month, and the New Year holidays (December 28th - January 3rd of the following year) *If a Monday falls on a national holiday, the facility will be closed the following day *If the last day of the month falls on a Sunday or national holiday, the facility will be closed the following day Usage fee: Free There are some fees, such as the use of the temporary care room, club activity fees and rental of auxiliary equipment. For details on usage, please see the Central Children's Hall website. Aikuru News Aikuru holds various events every month, and the programs being held for that month are summarized in "Aikuru News". Facility introduction (floor guide)

Public nursery school lunch menus We have posted the menus for the lunches served at public nursery schools. We also introduce recipes for recommended menus from the public nursery school lunches. (Recommended menus will be announced the month after the month in which the lunches were served.) Please note that the menu contents and ingredients used may change depending on events at each nursery school. April 4 Seasonal ingredients include new potatoes, new onions, spring cabbage, wakame seaweed, and strawberries. May XNUMX Seasonal ingredients include green peas, broad beans, green asparagus, cabbage, wakame seaweed, and melon. June XNUMX Seasonal ingredients include green asparagus, burdock, tomatoes, and melon. July XNUMX Seasonal ingredients include green asparagus, gourd, cucumber, tomato, okra, zucchini, pumpkin, eggplant, watermelon, and corn. August XNUMX Season […]

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

Child Allowance in Fukuoka City

Maternal and Child Health Handbook App "Fukuoka Children's Information" (Mother and Child Health Handbook)

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

Regarding child support: When a couple with minor children divorces, one parent is designated as the guardian. The guardian is responsible for custody and upbringing of the child, providing for their daily care and education. They also manage the child's property and make consents to the child's legal actions. On the other hand, the non-guardian parent cannot escape responsibility for the child's upbringing just because they do not have custody. Even a non-guardian parent is still a parent and must share in the responsibility of raising the child. Regarding the Act Partially Amending the Civil Code, etc. (Review of Child Support after Parental Divorce, etc.): On May 17, 33, the Act Partially Amending the Civil Code, etc. (Act No. 24 of XNUMX) was enacted (promulgated on the XNUMXth of the same month). This law clarifies the responsibilities of parents regarding child support and improves parental rights, custody, and child support in order to ensure the interests of children facing divorce, etc. […]

Information on childcare facilities in Fukuoka City for the 2025 fiscal year

Information on childcare facilities in Fukuoka City for the 2026 fiscal year.

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

Health checkups are conducted to accurately assess the health and development of infants and to promote healthy physical and mental development. If you have any concerns or questions about your child's growth and development or childcare, please contact your ward health and welfare center. For contact information, please see "Advice from Pregnancy to Childrearing." If the scheduled date is inconvenient for you or you are feeling unwell on the day, you can reschedule. If you would like to reschedule, please contact the Health Division of your ward health and welfare center. One-Month Health Checkup (Starting September 1, 22) [Notice] This checkup is available to infants born after July 28, XNUMX, who undergo a one-month health checkup after September XNUMX, XNUMX. Eligible participants: Children between XNUMX days and XNUMX weeks old who are registered as residents in Fukuoka City and their guardians. Contents: Medical interview, physical measurements, medical examination, childcare guidance, etc. How to take the checkup: Requests regarding the checkup [...]

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

Overview of the project When a child is sick and the parents are unable to take care of the child at home due to work or other reasons, the sick child day care room will take care of the child. Eligible children From 5 years old to 4th grade of elementary school, living in Fukuoka city Fee Free from April 1, 8 (Meals, milk, snacks, medical expenses, etc. are not included.) Hours of operation Monday to Friday 30:5 am to 30:8 pm Saturday 30:1 am to 1 pm Note: Closed on Sundays, holidays, and days when the clinic is closed. Note: Operating hours may differ at each facility. Please contact each facility for details. Items to bring (Please write your name on the items you bring.) How to use Step 91 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 that you register in advance. Forms Sick Child Day Care Room Registration Form (PDF: 2 KB) Step XNUMX Reservation […]

Allowances are provided to promote the healthy upbringing and welfare of disaster orphans. Eligibility: Provided to guardians who are raising children who have not yet completed compulsory education and who have lost one or both parents (including those who have become severely disabled) due to a traffic accident, work-related accident, or other unforeseen disaster, in order to promote the healthy upbringing of orphans and their welfare. Amount of Allowance: 4,000 yen per child per month Single-Parent Family Information Portal Site "Tayotte" We operate the portal site "Tayotte," which compiles support measures and information from various organizations for single-parent families and families who will not become single parents. Please make use of it. *Click on the image to jump to the site.

Allowances are provided to improve the welfare of children with physical or mental disabilities. Eligibility Parents or guardians who are raising a child (under 20 years old) with a physical or mental disability that exceeds the level specified by law. *Income restrictions apply. Amount of allowance (from April 4) Severely disabled child (Class 1) 1 yen per month per child Moderately disabled child (Class 2) 1 yen per month per child

We will dispatch a home life support worker (a person who holds a Level 2 qualification such as a home helper, has completed child-rearing support training, and is registered with the Single Parent Family Support Center) to single-parent families. In principle, both 20st and 1nd services are limited to 092 visits per year. We may not be able to dispatch a support worker depending on the area, date and time, type of support, and household situation. Please contact the Single Parent Family Support Center in advance. Support details Procedures Usage fee (per hour) Inquiries Single Parent Family Support Center Phone number: 715-8805-XNUMX Single Parent Family Support Center website Single Parent Family Information Portal Site "Tayotte" We operate the portal site "Tayotte," which compiles support measures and information from various organizations for single-parent families and families who are not yet becoming single parents. Please make use of it. *Click on the image to jump to the site.

What is the Fukuoka City Childcare Support Concierge? The Fukuoka City Childcare Support Concierge is a professional counselor who receives consultations from parents at the Childcare Support Division of each ward office and some children's plazas, and after listening to the household's wishes and employment situation, provides information on education and childcare services (nursery schools, kindergarten childcare, temporary childcare services, etc.) that suit each need, and suggests options. Consultation content Anything related to the use of childcare services (nursery schools, kindergarten childcare, temporary childcare services, etc.). Please feel free to contact us. Consultation desk Childcare support concierges are located in the Childcare Support Division of each ward office and the following Children's Plazas. Childcare support concierges located at Children's Plazas also provide on-site consultations at community centers and other locations. For details on on-site consultation locations, click here. Use days and times vary depending on each ward office Childcare Support Division and Children's Plaza, so please contact us directly. Reservations may be required depending on the season. […]

Purpose of the System The Mother and Child, Father and Child, Widow Welfare Fund is a loan that, in principle, provides interest-free funds to promote the economic independence of single-mother, single-father, and widowed families and the welfare of their dependent children. Eligible borrowers Mother and Child Welfare Fund Father and Child Welfare Fund Widow Welfare Fund *In the above 1.3, if there are no dependent children, there is an income limit. Loan requirements Borrower (those who can apply) In principle, mothers in single-mother households, fathers in single-father households, widows, and other children without parents who meet any of the following criteria. In addition, if the current income is sufficient to live and necessary expenses can be covered without using this system, they are not eligible. *Income limit applies Requirements Guarantor School funds, school preparation funds, training funds, job preparation funds (for children) In principle, a guarantor is not required. However, one guarantor is required in the following cases. Funds other than school funds, school preparation funds, training funds, and employment preparation funds (for children) In principle, joint guarantee […]

Overview We provide "admission preparation funds" and "employment preparation funds" to single-parent families who are studying at training institutions using the Advanced Vocational Training Promotion Grant and are aiming to obtain qualifications that will be advantageous for employment, and "housing support funds" to single-parent families who are actively working toward independence. About entrance preparation funds and employment preparation funds Eligible persons Those who meet all of the following requirements Loan amount About exemption from repayment debt If the recipient of the loan completes the course of a training institution, finds employment in Fukuoka Prefecture within one year of obtaining the qualification, and engages in work requiring the obtained qualification for five years, the repayment debt will be fully exempted. How to apply The loan for entrance preparation funds and employment preparation funds is provided by the Fukuoka City Social Welfare Council. If you wish to apply for a loan, please check the Fukuoka City Social Welfare Council website and call the following inquiries. Inquiries about entrance preparation funds and employment preparation funds Fukuoka City Social Welfare Council, Social Welfare Corporation, Life Welfare Division, 3-3-39 Arato, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City […]

Procedure flow Advanced Vocational Training Promotion Benefits Project If a mother in a single-parent household or a father in a single-parent household who is raising a child under the age of 20 is studying at a training institution to obtain a qualification that will be advantageous for employment, financial support will be provided during the period of study (up to 4 years). In addition, a completion support benefit will be paid after completing the training at the training institution. Eligible persons *If you are receiving benefits with the same purpose as the Advanced Vocational Training Promotion Benefits Project, such as the vocational training attendance benefit under the Job Seeker Support System, the training extension benefit stipulated in Article 24 of the Employment Insurance Act, and the education and training support benefit stipulated in Article 11-2 of the Supplementary Provisions of the Employment Insurance Act, you will not be eligible for the Advanced Vocational Training Promotion Benefits Project. Eligible qualifications: (Associate) Nurse, Caregiver, Childcare Worker, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Beautician, Social Worker, Confectionery Hygienist, Cook, Nutritionist, Barber, Moxibustion Therapist, Acupuncturist, Judo Therapist, Dental Technician, Midwife, Speech-Language-Hearing Therapist, Clinical Engineer, Mental Health and Welfare Worker, Class 2 Automobile Mechanic *As a rule, students who attend classes […]

System Reforms (From November 11) A system reform of the Child Rearing Allowance is scheduled for November 2 (paid in January 3). The reforms are as follows. Raising the income limit The income limit, which is the criterion for determining the amount of the allowance, will be raised as shown in the table below. Raising the additional amount for the third child and onwards The additional amount for the third child and onwards will be raised to the same amount as the additional amount for the second child. The child rearing allowance amount for fiscal year 31 will be as shown in the table below. What is a Child Rearing Allowance? This allowance is provided to contribute to the stability and promotion of independence of the lives of single-parent families with children who do not share the same household as their father or mother due to divorce, death of the father or mother, etc., and to promote the welfare of children. Eligible recipients: Mothers who are taking care of a child who falls under any of the following categories (a child who is between the date of reaching 20 years of age and the first March XNUMXst after the child reaches the age of XNUMX, or a child under XNUMX years of age who is in a state of disability as specified by government ordinance) […]

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

In Fukuoka City, elementary school grounds are open to the public on weekends and other school holidays as a safe playground for children. Children can use the school grounds for play and exercise. Target users: In principle, young children (accompanied by a guardian), elementary school students, and junior high school students. Usage fee: Free (no special procedures required). Opening days: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and long holidays such as summer vacation. A blue flag (see diagram below) is displayed on opening days. However, opening is not available on days when events are held in the school grounds, or on rainy or extremely hot days. Opening hours: In principle, Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and long holidays from 13:00 pm to 17:00 pm (times may vary depending on the school district).

Summary Child support is important for single-parent families to support their lives and ensure the healthy growth of their children. In order to support single-parent families to ensure that they receive child support, we will implement a system to subsidize the costs of creating notarized documents and guarantee fees when entering into a child support guarantee contract. Support for the creation of notarized documents, etc. Subsidies will be provided for the costs borne by the individual when creating notarized documents regarding child support agreements. *This applies to the costs of notarized documents created on or after June 5, 2. Eligible persons Mothers or fathers of single-parent families living in Fukuoka City who have created notarized documents, etc. on or after June 6, 1 and who meet all of the following requirements Eligible expenses Subsidy amount Full amount of eligible expenses (up to 6 yen) *Limited to one time per person Application method, application deadline, application window Within six months from the day after the date on which the notarized documents, etc. were created (limited to days after June XNUMX, XNUMX), submit the necessary documents to the Fukuoka City Single Parent Family Support Center […]

Frequently asked questions regarding use of childcare facilities in Fukuoka City

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.

The Children's Plaza is a permanent play area that parents with infants and young children can use at any time. In addition to playing with your children, you can also interact with other parents and children and receive advice on child-rearing.

Overview Contains useful information for single-parent families and single-father families. Please make use of it. It is also distributed free of charge at the following locations: Distribution locations: Ward office Family and Child Consultation Room, City Hall 1st floor Information Plaza Single-parent family information portal site "Tayotte" We operate the portal site "Tayotte", which compiles support measures and information from various organizations for single-parent families and families who will soon become single parents. Please make use of it. *Click on the image to jump to the site.

Eligible Participants: Courses aimed at passing the high school equivalency exam (including correspondence courses) (courses eligible for the High School Tuition Support Grant Program are not eligible). Grant Amount: Correspondence courses: *Payment is due after completion of course. For on-campus or on-campus and correspondence courses combined: *Payment is due after completion of course. Regarding Pre-Consultation and Pre-Application: To receive this grant, you must apply in advance before starting classes. Please note that applications after the course has started are not accepted. Those seeking to receive the grant must first consult with the "Family and Child Consultation Office" in their ward office using the contact information below, submit an "Application for Designation of Courses for the Single-Parent Family High School Equivalency Exam Support Program," and receive designation for the course they intend to take. Because the process may take time, please allow ample time for pre-consultation and pre-application (at least two weeks before the start of classes). "Tayotte" Single-Parent Family Information Portal Site: Single-Parent Family […]

Each ward's Child and Family Center (Health and Welfare Center Childcare Support Division, Regional Health and Welfare Division, Health Division) will provide support and answer questions from pregnant women, parents raising children, and children. Contact details for consultation desks: Higashi Ward, Hakata Ward, Chuo Ward, Minami Ward, Jonan Ward, Sawara Ward, Nishi Ward

Each ward's Child and Family Center (Health and Welfare Center Childcare Support Division, Regional Health and Welfare Division, Health Division) will provide support and answer questions from pregnant women, parents raising children, and children. Contact details for consultation desks: Higashi Ward, Hakata Ward, Chuo Ward, Minami Ward, Jonan Ward, Sawara Ward, Nishi Ward

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.

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). *Online applications for the 2025 fiscal year are currently being adjusted. It is scheduled to start on June 2nd. This page is for those who have been certified for facility use benefits. This is different from the free childcare fee for the second child and onwards (certification of the use of benefits for households with many children). Please note. If you have not been certified for facility use benefits, you must apply for certification here. Click here to apply for free childcare fee for the second child and onwards (certification of the use of benefits for households with many children) for children aged 0-2 years and onwards (households subject to resident tax) who need childcare and live in unlicensed childcare facilities (including corporate-led childcare facilities). About the procedure for use and necessary documents Application […]

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 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) of usage fees. This page is for the application for the certification of free childcare fees for the second child and onwards (certification of benefits for households with many children). Please note that this is different from the certification of free early childhood education and childcare fees (certification of benefits for the use of facilities, etc.). Click here to apply online for the claim of free childcare fees for the second child and onwards (benefits for households with many children). Click here to apply online for the certification of free early childhood education and childcare 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 are explained on the following page. In advance […]

This service allows you to apply for new or changed direct debit applications for the payment of the Mother and Child, Father and Child, Widow Welfare Fund Loan Redemption 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 the Mother and Child, Father and Child, Widow Welfare Fund Loan Redemption, please see the Fukuoka City Internet Direct Debit Reception Service Guide. Applicants and Financial Institutions (Please check the operating 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 transfer your account 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 to prepare *The application period varies depending on the financial institution […]

You can spend time freely in a familiar place. Using familiar local venues such as community centers, parenting supporters are on hand to supervise, and there are no set programs. Parents with infants and toddlers can come and spend time freely at any time during opening hours. (Parenting supporters help parents and children interact.) Eligible citizens: Infants and toddlers (ages 0 to approximately 6) and their guardians. Usage fee: Free. *Parenting supporters run the salon on a volunteer basis. Required procedures: None in particular. Location and date: Each salon is tailored to the local situation. For information on current activities, please contact the contact details listed below or the Regional Health and Welfare Division of your local ward health and welfare center (Childcare Support Division in Jonan Ward). Introducing the Parenting Exchange Salon Higashi Ward Hakata Ward Chuo Ward Minami Ward Jonan Ward Sawara Ward Nishi Ward

These are groups that are mainly run by mothers raising children and operate independently. Activities Although the activities vary depending on each child-rearing circle, they serve as a place to exchange information about child-rearing. For information on current activities, please contact the contact details listed below or the Regional Health and Welfare Division of your local ward health and welfare center (the Child-rearing Support Division in Jonan Ward). Introducing child-rearing circles Higashi Ward Hakata Ward Chuo Ward Minami Ward Jonan Ward Sawara Ward Nishi Ward

About the Family and Child Guidance Center At the Family and Child Guidance Center, counselors are available to receive consultations and provide support regarding various issues within the family, such as child rearing. Consultation content Target Children (under 18 years old) and guardians, other caregivers, and other related parties Consultation method Face-to-face consultation, telephone consultation Consultation hours Weekdays 9:00-17:00 Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and December 12th-January 29rd. Consultation fee Face-to-face and telephone consultations are free. *Family counselors will listen to the details of the situation, think together with the person seeking advice, and strive to find a way to solve the problem. *Depending on the consultation method, we will work in cooperation with related institutions such as child consultation centers and health centers. In addition, we may refer you to other specialized institutions if necessary. *The contents of the consultation will be kept confidential.

"LINE Counseling for Parents and Children" will be launched in Fukuoka City.

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. […]

To support the healthy development of children and parents, health and welfare centers (public health centers) provide consultation and carry out programs with doctors, public health nurses, midwives, nutritionists, nurses and other professionals. Programs for parents and children: Health Section of each ward's health and welfare center Maternity schools, health checkups for pregnant women, health checkups for infants, weaning food classes, vaccinations, home visits for pregnant women and infants, public medical care payment system (medical benefits for child rearing, upbringing, specific chronic childhood diseases, etc.), etc. Regional Health and Welfare Section of each ward's health and welfare center Mother and child health consultations, home visits for pregnant women and infants, local childcare classes, parenting exchange salons and childcare circles.

What is the Mobile Maternal and Child Health Consultation Service? Mobile Maternal and Child Health Consultation Service vehicles travel around the local area to provide health consultations by public health nurses, midwives, nutritionists, and dental hygienists for pregnant women, infants, and their guardians. Information is provided in city newsletters, etc. When conducting these consultations, thorough measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases will be taken. Advance reservations may be required to prevent the spread of COVID-19. For more information, please contact the Regional Health and Welfare Division of the Health and Welfare Center of your local ward.

Pregnant women: Public health nurses and midwives make home visits to give advice on pregnancy, childbirth, and childcare. Newborns and infants: Public health nurses and midwives make home visits to give health checks and answer questions about childcare. Please mail the "Birth Notification Card" postcard bound into your Maternal and Child Health Handbook to the Child Development Support Division, Children's Future Bureau. Premature babies: Public health nurses will give advice to those with low birth weight babies weighing less than 2,500g on childcare, clothing, living environment, disease prevention, etc. (Regional Health and Welfare Division, Health and Welfare Center of each ward)

Contents: In order to ensure that hearing loss in infants and young children is not overlooked, a "whispering voice test" that can be performed at home has been introduced since July 1 for the 6-month and 3-year-old health checks. Please perform the test at home before coming to the health check so that parents and others around the child can quickly detect hearing loss. The test method and precautions, such as turning off the TV and performing the test in a quiet environment, are written on the health check sheet. Notification of health check The health check will be sent by mail at the end of the month before the target month. The 24-year-old health check is performed when the child is 7 years and 3 month old, so the notification will arrive at the end of the month when the child turns 3 years old. The health check sheet is enclosed with the notification, so please answer all questions in advance, including the whispering voice test, and bring it to the health check venue. Video of the whispering voice test method How to perform the test How to whisper Put your hand on your throat (Adam's apple) and say "Ah." My fingers are tingling a little. Now […]

Notification of corporate-led childcare business

The Central Children's Hall Aikuru is a facility that aims to raise healthy children through play and activities, childcare support programs, temporary care for infants and toddlers, club activities, seasonal events, and various other activities. [Link] Central Children's Hall website

What is the Single Parent Family Support Center? The Fukuoka City Single Parent Family Support Center is a welfare facility that provides various consultations to single parent families and widows, as well as holding employment support seminars and other events to support the independence of single parent families. Fukuoka City Single Parent Family Support Center Website "Tayotte", a portal site for single parent family information We operate the portal site "Tayotte", which compiles support measures and information from various institutions for single parent families and families who are not yet becoming single parents. Please make use of it. *Click on the image to jump to the site.

This is the explanatory page for "Tayotte," a portal site for information on single-parent families.

You can enjoy various nature experience activities that make the most of the characteristics of the Sefuri mountain range. [Link] Sefuri Youth Nature House

You can enjoy various nature experience activities that make use of the nature and environment of Umi-no-Nakamichi and Shika Island. [Link] Umi-no-Nakamichi Youth Beach House

You can enjoy experiencing science through various activities such as basic exhibits, dome theater, science shows, and workshops. [Link] Fukuoka City Science Museum