Shinagawa CityWork
Shinagawa City Single-Parent Education & Training Benefit
ひとり親家庭自立支援給付金
In short: 60% of course fees (up to ¥200,000; up to ¥1.6M for specialised courses; 85% up to ¥2.4M if you qualify and get a job) for single parents.Single mother or father supporting a child under 20; screening required; designated courses.(Source: www.city.shinagawa.tokyo.jp, verified on 2026-10-15)
Validity: Current per Shinagawa City official page read in full 2026-10-15. Verified on 2026-10-15. Official source: https://www.city.shinagawa.tokyo.jp/PC/kodomo/kodomo-hitorioya/hpg000016382.html
Who qualifies
- Single mother or father supporting a child under 20; screening required; designated courses. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Conditions by topic
| Age | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
|---|---|
| Income | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Household | Single parent. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15] |
| Child age | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Residence in Japan | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Residence in Tokyo / municipality | Registered as a resident of Shinagawa City (see page for timing). [official source · verified on 2026-10-15] |
| Work / insurance type | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Disability | Not 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
- Consult in person before the course. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
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Deadlines
Not yet verified from an official source.
Documents
Not yet verified from an official source.
Key details
- 60% of fees (¥12,001–¥200,000); specialised courses 60% (up to ¥1,600,000), recalculated to 85% (up to ¥2,400,000) if qualified and employed within 1 year. Employment-insurance benefits are deducted. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Phone / counter phrases
すみません、ひとり親家庭自立支援給付金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 "ひとり親家庭自立支援給付金". 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.