Terakoya / Saturday playgroup

Terakoya / Saturday playgroup


Starchild Saturday Japanese Play Group
Our program caters to preschool children aged 2 or above


In response to requests from many parents for a place where their children can learn Japanese while attending local English-speaking daycare, we started our program.

Mebae class is our Saturday program at Starchild for the youngest children.

Here, kids have a lot of fun while learning Japanese, with a focus on conversational skills through group activities and collaboration.

If you're looking for a weekend program for your child to learn Japanese for a few hours, please feel free to contact us.

We'd love to hear from you.


Saturday Playgroup Mebae Plus will begin in September 2024
For those who are interested in reading and writing Hiragana and increasing their Japanese vocabulary.
We will have a small group lesson for one hour after the Mebae class, according to your level.


Daily Schedule

9:00-9:30 amArrival and Free play
9:30-9:40 amMorning cercle time
9:40-11:00 amActivities (crafts, play musical instruments, exercise games, etc.)
11:00-11:45 amLunch
11:45 am-12:00 pmFarewell session and Pick-up
12:00 pm-1:00 pmSaturday Playgroup Mebae Plus Class
*Specific activities are subject to change.

Application procedure

  • Fill out and email the application form
  • After we send a bill, please pay online
  • When you enroll more than one child, you get 10% discount for the tuition after the first child.
  • We cannot accept credit cards. We cannot process refunds once payment is made.
  • The application period closes when we reach the maximum number of students.