For temporary care, 144 hours a year subsidized up to ¥2,500 an hour
Babysitter Use Support Program (temporary childcare use support) / Shinagawa City
Babysitter Use Support Program (temporary childcare use support)Shinagawa CityPreschool children
Temporary sitter costs subsidized up to ¥2,500 an hour
7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
10 p.m. – 7 a.m.
Up to 144 hours per fiscal year (288 hours for multiples, children with disabilities and single parents)
This program subsidizes fees for leaving a child temporarily with a babysitter, with an hourly limit. The limit is ¥2,500 per hour from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and ¥3,500 per hour from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., and the difference from the actual fee is paid by you. It covers preschool children and children with disabilities until the end of the fiscal year in which they turn 12. The hours available are 144 per fiscal year. Multiples, children with disabilities and children of single-parent households can use up to 288 hours.
SIMULATOR
Based on the hours used, what is the yearly subsidy limit?
Nationality and residence status
The official page (checked in October 2026) sets no condition on nationality or residence status that we found. Eligibility follows the official conditions, not the language of this page; many programs require resident registration in the municipality.
Who is eligible
Preschool children / children with disabilities until the end of the fiscal year in which they turn 12
Notes
A different program from the provider partnership type for children on waiting lists.