Hi, I have a 2 year old kid and was thinking if any other parents with kids of similar age would be interested on meeting up some day so the kids can play and also practice whatever language they need. I am teaching mine to speak both English and Japanese and can accommodate both.
We can just meet at a park and have the kids play, I can bring a tent and mats to lay on the ground and be protected from the sun if needed… anything goes!
We live in Minami-kun but don’t mind going anywhere within reach for a daily trip.
I already did this recently with a couple and it was quite productive and fun, plus it allows the adults to talk about anything that may not be easy to talk in a Japanese setting daily. Feel free to comment or send a DM if interested!
by Ryudok
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I have no kids but this is really cute and I wish you the best of luck!
Soon-to-be dad here! Check if there is any foreigner support group in your area. For example, here in northern Osaka, we have MAFGA in Minoh and SIFA in Suita. They regularly hold parents and kids club where kids can play together and their parents can talk and exchange information. Sometimes, they invite nurse to come check the kids growth and you can consult about childcare.
If you’re interested, my gym has a casual ochakai for kids every month. You can meet a lot of parents there as well but it is somewhat north from you.
This is our newsletter from this month
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6KSseCSIYN/?igsh=MnlzNnV1Nnh2Z3dj
The next one is on the 26th. Of course tea is involved but otherwise it’s just kids playing while parents chat.
Let me know if you’re interested!