Children aged 6 months to 2 not attending daycare can be left for up to 160 hours a month at facilities in the city
Tama City Children's Universal Attendance Program / Tama City
Tama City Children's Universal Attendance ProgramTama City6 months to under 3Regardless of parents' work
Ages 0–2 not in daycare can be left for up to 160 hours a month
When residents use facilities in the city160 hours/monthUp to 8 hours a day (the national basic is 10 hours a month)
- Children using Tokyo-certified daycare, etc. up to 10 hours a month
This program lets you leave children from 6 months to under 3 who are not enrolled in kindergarten, licensed daycare, etc., regardless of whether the parents work. When Tama City residents use facilities in the city, they can use up to 8 hours a day and 160 hours a month (the national basic amount is 10 hours a month). Children using Tokyo-certified daycare, unlicensed childcare facilities or regular-use daycare can use up to 10 hours a month, and you need to call the Children and Youth Policy Division before applying.
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
Children living in Tama City from 6 months to under 3 who are not enrolled in kindergarten, licensed daycare or company-led daycare
Notes
For the fee amount, contact the city. Absences after booking are charged a cancellation fee. At facilities outside the city, the first 10 hours each month can be booked.