【Recruiting】Japanese-language Class for Foreign Residents ”Child-care Japanese”/外国人保護者のための日本語教室「こそだて にほんご」

A classroom for parents wanting to learn Japanese relating to child-care.

Learn Japanese related to raising a child across various topics. Foreign residents who have lived in Japan for a long time will be present to offer advice.

●Who can participate: Parents of children ages 0 – 6. <10 parents allowed per session>
●Cost: Free
●Child-care: Child-care staff will be present for the duration of the class.
●Please fill out the respective forms of the class(es) you would like to take part in.
●Schedule

①Kindergartens and Nursery Schools
Date and time: October 18, 2025 (Saturday) 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Venue: Miyagino Ward Central Civic Center (2-12-70 Gorin, Miyagino-ku, Sendai) MAP
Details: Learn Japanese to prepare for going to kindergartens and nursery schools, conversing with teachers, etc. You’ll be able to hear from a nursery school teacher.
▶Sign up: https://forms.gle/fB4UL5WkLrCPFL9C7 ★closed★


② Child-focused Meals
Date and time: November 8, 2025 (Saturday) 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Venue: Miyagino Ward Central Civic Center (2-12-70 Gorin, Miyagino-ku, Sendai) MAP
Details: What do kids eat? Study Japanese while learning about nutrition and Japanese flavors. You’ll be able to hear from a nutritionist from abroad.
▶Sign up: https://forms.gle/NKqUfmm37mjdmfQu8


③ Packed Lunches
Date and time: November 15, 2025 (Saturday) 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Venue: Miyagino Ward Central Civic Center (2-12-70 Gorin, Miyagino-ku, Sendai) MAP
Details: What goes into a packed lunch for kids? Study Japanese while packing a lunch. You’ll be able to hear from a nutritionist from abroad.
▶Sign up: https://forms.gle/49eu3AVXkuuy66EP7


④Words We Use
Date and time: January 24, 2026 (Saturday) 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Venue: Aoba Ward Central Civic Center (2-1-4 Ichibancho, Aoba-ku, Sendai) MAP
Details: Mother-tongue, Japanese, what language do you speak with your kids? While studying yourself, learn about the Japanese used in schools. You’ll be able to hear from a representative of the “Support Group for Children of Foreign Residents.”
▶Sign up: https://forms.gle/BEAG7zm58FmyvSjY6


⑤Illnesses and Hospitals
Date and time: January 31, 2026 (Saturday) 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Venue: Aoba Ward Central Civic Center (2-1-4 Ichibancho, Aoba-ku, Sendai) MAP
Details: Are you familiar with the Japanese regarding your child’s immunizations and hospital visits? Study the Japanese that will allow you to live healthily. You’ll be able to hear from a City of Sendai insurance professional.
▶Sign up: https://forms.gle/PAvx416rW8uvXfNi6


⑥Emergencies
Date and time: February 7, 2026 (Saturday) 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Venue: Aoba Ward Central Civic Center (2-1-4 Ichibancho, Aoba-ku, Sendai) MAP
Details: What do you do when your child suddenly gets sick or badly injures themselves? Study the Japanese to stay healthy. You’ll be able to hear from a paramedic.
▶Sign up: https://forms.gle/h5M9apZVV5GTiVPGA


Inquiries:
Sendai Convention and International Association (SenTIA)
Multiculturalism Section, International Relations Department (Contact: Chida)
TEL (022)268-6260 / Email a-chida@sentia-sendai.jp