The 2026 ISBA World Meeting is pleased to offer childcare support for participating parents. ISBA plans to provide a limited number of grants to support childcare costs, up to 400 USD per child.
Participants receiving this grant have the flexibility to choose between an on-site childcare service at the conference venue or external childcare options in Nagoya, depending on what best suits their family's needs.
To apply for the grant and indicate your childcare preference, please complete the application form here: Childcare Application Form
1. On-Site Childcare Service
ISBA2026 has contracted with JOYSUPPO to provide on-site care for up to 18 children. For inquiries regarding the on-site childcare service, please contact Makoto Takahashi at m-takahashi@hosei.ac.jp.
As staffing requirements and costs vary by age, we cannot provide an exact estimated cost at this stage, but we anticipate that it will be between $400 and $600 per child for the duration of the conference.
If you are interested in using on-site childcare services, please fill out the application form: Childcare Application Form. You will be asked to indicate:
- The number of children in each age range
- The specific days you need care
- The approximate time slots you anticipate utilizing the service
The organizers will follow up with more information regarding the finalized costs and capacity by
May 15, 2026.
2. External Childcare Options
Participants may also choose to make their own arrangements using private childcare or babysitting services in Nagoya and apply the $400 ISBA grant toward these costs. For your convenience, we have compiled a list of several childcare and babysitting options near the conference venue.
(For Reference Only: The conference organizing committee provides this information for reference only. All reservations, contracts, and payments must be handled directly between the participant and the childcare provider.)
1. Drop-in Daycare Centers (Near Nagoya Station)
These are private facilities where children may be left during conference sessions. Please note that, while some facilities may have experience with international families, English support may be limited depending on the staff on duty.
Drop-in Daycare Hanaito (はないと)
- Location: Approximately 5 minutes on foot from Nagoya Station.
- Features: A specialized drop-in daycare center. Information on its website indicates that inquiries and reservations may be handled in English via the LINE messaging app in advance.
- Indicative Cost Range: Approximately JPY 1,400 to 2,200 per hour depending on the child’s age. A minimum charge of approximately JPY 3,300 may apply. Additional charges may apply in the evening and on weekends.
- Website: https://hanaito.co.jp/ (Japanese website; browser translation may be helpful)
Kids Square JR Gate Tower Nagoya
- Location: JR Gate Tower (directly connected to Nagoya Station)
- Features: A daycare facility located at Nagoya Station. Temporary daycare service is available, though communication at the facility is primarily in Japanese.
- Indicative Cost Range: Fees depend on the service type and time period. Temporary daycare is available from a minimum of two hours, with additional charges for extended use and certain time periods.
- Website: https://www.alpha-co.com/nursery/facility/jr-gt-nagoya (Japanese website; browser translation may be helpful)
2. English-Speaking Babysitting Services (In-Room Care)
For participants who prefer English communication, one option may be to arrange a bilingual babysitter to come directly to their hotel room or other accommodation.
Poppins
- Features: A nationwide babysitting and childcare service in Japan that also offers English-language support.
- Indicative Cost Range: Approximately JPY 3,500 to 4,000 per hour. A minimum booking period may apply, and transportation fees may be charged separately.
- Website: https://www.poppins.co.jp/english/
CareFinder
- Features: A babysitter matching platform connecting families with bilingual babysitters in Japan.
- Indicative Cost Range: Individual sitters set their own rates, typically in the range of approximately JPY 1,800 to 4,000 per hour. Transportation fees may apply separately.
- Website: https://www.carefinder.jp/en
3. Hotel Babysitting Option
Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel Babysitting Service
- Location: Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel (directly connected to Nagoya Station)
- Features: A hotel-linked babysitting option near the conference area.
- Indicative eligibility: Intended for guests staying at the hotel. Participants should confirm directly with the provider and/or the hotel regarding eligibility, age requirements, booking conditions, and fees.
- Indicative age range: around 8 months to 12 years old.
- Indicative cost range: Approximately JPY 6,000/hour (excl. tax) for daytime service (9:00–21:00) and JPY 7,000/hour (excl. tax) for night service (21:00–9:00). Participants should confirm directly with the provider regarding final fees, minimum booking time, and any additional charges.
- Website: https://simplee.jp/marriott-nagoya/en
Important Notes
- Advance booking is strongly recommended. Walk-in use may not be possible.
- Participants should confirm directly with each provider regarding availability, language support, fees, cancellation rules, and required documents.
- Typical items required by childcare providers may include identification, the child’s belongings, diapers, a change of clothes, and written information on allergies or medical conditions.
