For Families Visiting Japan
Kodomo Edu Short Program
Staying in Japan for a month or more? Whether you're working remotely or exploring the city, your child is welcome to join our regular classes for the length of your stay — days filled with art, inquiry, friends, and English, plus a taste of Japanese culture.
Ages 1.5 to elementary grade 3 | From 1 month (from 1 week when attending 5 days a week) | Regular class hours, weekdays | Same tuition as our regular programs | Nakameguro & Toritsudai-Yakumo, Tokyo
Programs
Three Programs, One Simple Way to Join
The Short Program is simply our three regular programs, joined for the length of your stay. Your child attends the normal class hours with the same teachers and classmates. Pick the one that matches your child's age and your daily schedule — we'll help you choose.
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01 Preschool
Ages 1.5–6. Mon–Fri 8:50 AM–2:00 PM, with early drop-off from 8:00 AM and extended care to 6:00 PM. A full day of Reggio-inspired art inquiry — the natural fit if you need daytime care.
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02 Kindergarten After School
Kindergarten years (about ages 4–6). Mon–Fri 2:00–5:00 PM, extended care to 6:00 PM. Afternoons of art and English — a good match if your mornings are family time.
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03 Elementary After School
Grades 1–3. Mon–Fri 4:00–7:00 PM at Nakameguro (extended care with dinner to 8:00 PM) or 2:30–6:00 PM at Toritsudai-Yakumo. Problem-solving art projects and English with Japanese peers.
How It Works
Three Steps to Your Child's First Day
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Step 1
Tell us your dates — call or email us in English with your arrival and departure dates, your child's age, and the campus you prefer.
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Step 2
We confirm the details — we check availability for your dates and confirm the program, class hours, and fee. Stays of one month or longer are at our regular monthly tuition; for one week to under one month, we'll quote for your dates.
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Step 3
Visit, then start — come by for a short tour if you'd like, or start on your first day with a brief orientation. Our teachers help your child settle in from the first morning.
Location
Two Campuses in Central Tokyo
Nakameguro campus — 8 min walk from Nakameguro Station (Tokyu Toyoko Line / Hibiya Line).
Toritsudai-Yakumo campus — 12 min walk from Toritsudaigaku Station (Tokyu Toyoko Line).
Good to Know
Questions Visiting Families Ask
Does my child need to speak Japanese?
No. The school day runs in English, and children pick up Japanese culture naturally through activities and friends.
Is there a minimum stay?
The Short Program starts from one month. If your child attends five days a week, stays from one week are also welcome.
How much does it cost?
For stays of one month or longer, the fee is the same as our regular monthly tuition — see the Tuition section on each program page. For one week to under one month, please contact us and we'll quote for your dates.
Can we start any time of year?
Yes, subject to space. We're open on weekdays and closed on weekends, Japanese public holidays, and school breaks — we'll confirm the exact days for your stay.
What should my child bring?
Once your dates are set, we'll send a short list of what to bring for the program you've chosen.
Tell Us Your Dates
A quick call or email is all it takes. We'll reply in English with availability and the fee for your stay.