1. The number of preschool children on waiting lists for day-care facilities in Japan has reached a record low, dropping for the eighth consecutive year since 2017.
2. The decrease is attributed to expanded childcare capacity, fewer preschool children, and more parents taking longer childcare leave. However, some municipalities still face issues such as staff shortages and high demand.
3. The Children and Families Agency plans to collaborate with municipalities to reduce childcare workers' workload, secure staff, ensure sustainable childcare services in depopulated areas, and continue implementing measures to improve the situation.
2. The decrease is attributed to expanded childcare capacity, fewer preschool children, and more parents taking longer childcare leave. However, some municipalities still face issues such as staff shortages and high demand.
3. The Children and Families Agency plans to collaborate with municipalities to reduce childcare workers' workload, secure staff, ensure sustainable childcare services in depopulated areas, and continue implementing measures to improve the situation.
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Summary
Record low preschool children on waiting lists in Japan for eighth consecutive year. Reasons include expanded childcare capacity, fewer kids, and longer parental leave. Some municipalities still struggle with staff shortages and high demand. The Children and Families Agency plans to collaborate