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Meguro CityChildren & family

Meguro City Free Nursery Fees for 0–2 (incl. first child)

第1子の保育料無償化

In short: From September 2025, monthly fees at licensed nurseries for 0–2 classes are free including the first child; no application needed.Children in 0–2 classes at licensed nurseries etc.(Source: www.city.meguro.tokyo.jp, verified on 2026-10-15)

Validity: From Sep 2025. Verified on 2026-10-15. Official source: https://www.city.meguro.tokyo.jp/hoiku/kosodatekyouiku/hoikuennado/rinnku_daiissi.html

Who qualifies

  • Children in 0–2 classes at licensed nurseries etc. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]

Conditions by topic

AgeNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.
IncomeNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.
HouseholdNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.
Child age

Ages 0–2. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]

Residence in JapanNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.
Residence in Tokyo / municipality

Registered as a resident of Meguro City (see page for timing). [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]

Work / insurance typeNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.
DisabilityNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.

Residence status

Not stated in the official sources we checked — unknown.

Residence status is not stated on the official page — ask the office.

Where to apply

  • No application — the ward checks eligibility. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]

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Deadlines

Not yet verified from an official source.

Documents

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Key details

  • Monthly fee only; extended-hours fees excluded. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]

Phone / counter phrases

すみません、第1子の保育料無償化について伺いたいのですが、対象になるか、何を持っていけばよいか教えていただけますか。

Hello. I would like to ask about "第1子の保育料無償化". Am I eligible, and what documents should I bring?

すみません、もう少しゆっくり話していただけますか。

Sumimasen, mō sukoshi yukkuri hanashite itadakemasu ka.

Sorry, could you please speak a little more slowly?

Generic phrases for practical help, not official wording.