Meanwhile a similar program in the US is being cut “post” Covid.

https://mastodon.social/@thejapantimes/111250345856490492 Japan has resumed a coupon program that provides working parents with discounts for babysitting services due to high public demand. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/10/17/japan/politics/baby-sitter-coupon-restart/?utm_content=buffereddb8&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #japan #politics #ayukokato #children #parenthood #budgets #fumiokishida

Japan resumes babysitter discount coupon program amid high demand

The babysitter coupon system was implemented in 2016 as part of the government’s efforts to offer financial aid to working families with children.

The Japan Times