Private childcare - Tokyo & Kanagawa

Looking for morethan just a nanny?

Someone who truly understands, cares for, and connects with your child.

Thoughtful, personal childcare for local families, international residents, and families visiting Japan.

Why Azu

More than childcare.A relationship built on trust.

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10+ Years

Childcare & education

More than a decade of experience in childcare, education, preschools, kindergartens, and private childcare.

02

Safety First

First Aid & CPR

Current First Aid & CPR knowledge, with careful attention to allergies, medical needs, safe sleep, and everyday safety.

03

Education & Culture

Montessori · Reggio · Multilingual

Experience with Montessori and Reggio Emilia environments, combined with a multicultural and multilingual perspective.

Thoughtful, personal care

Quality time, meaningful indoor and outdoor activities, and regular updates — with care that feels personal to each child and family.

Services

Childcare that fits your needs.

01

Regular

Reliable childcare on a regular schedule, with care arranged around your family's routine.

For

Weekly · Twice weekly · Fixed schedule

02

Occasional

Flexible childcare when you need a little extra time for yourself or your family.

For

Date nights · Events · Appointments · Tokyo visits

03

Travel

Personalised childcare for families who would like a trusted caregiver to accompany them on extended international travel.

For

Long stays · International travel · Family trips

Starting from

¥4,000 / hour

Minimum Booking

2 hours

Children group

1 - 4

Age

1 year and older

My Approach

Care built around connection.

My approach is based on observation, connection, structure, and learning through everyday experiences — always adapted to the child in front of me.

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Safety

Your child's safety always comes first. I stay attentive to allergies, medical needs, safe sleep practices, and unexpected situations.

02

Connection

Trust and genuine connection are at the heart of my approach. I take time to understand each child's personality, emotions, and individual needs.

03

Everyday Play
& Learning

Learning naturally through play and everyday experiences, including science, sports, crafts, books, cooking, motor skills, and outdoor activities.

04

Gentle
Structure

A balance of routines, structured activities, free play, and rest — creating a calm and predictable environment.

05

Guidance &
Boundaries

Children learn through guidance, clear boundaries, and communication. I help them understand their emotions, choices, and behaviour with respect.

06

Screen-free

Quality time that encourages imagination, curiosity, creativity, conversation, and active engagement with the world around them.

About Azu

Hi, I'm Azu.Lovely to meet you.

Azu, private caregiver in Tokyo and Kanagawa

A Caregiver, an Educator, and a trusted presence.

Originally from France, I have always had a curious, compassionate, and adventurous spirit. Growing up in a multicultural environment taught me to appreciate different ways of thinking, communicating, and living.

I have spent more than ten years working with children, from teaching assistant and lead teacher to Headmaster, as well as through private tutoring and childcare.

Over time, I realised that the kind of care I wanted to offer went beyond the school environment. My interest in child psychology and neuroscience has encouraged me to look more deeply at how children develop, communicate, and experience the world around them. I wanted to create a more personal space where children could feel understood, supported, and free to be themselves.

The values that guide me

Respect

Everyone should be treated equally. We all have our own feelings, pace, and personality.

Honesty

Building relationships through trust, reliability, consistency, and genuine care.

Communication

Clear communication with both children and parents, while making space for everyone to express themselves.

A little more about me

Languages

French · English · Japanese

Based in

Tokyo · Kanagawa

Outside of childcare, I have a passion for travelling and cooking. I love bringing music into everyday life, and when I need time to relax, I enjoy taking care of my plants and playing video games.

Before working in childcare, I explored different fields, including working as a sous-chef in a gastronomic restaurant. I have always been curious and adventurous, with a passion for discovering new things and learning along the way.

FAQ

You may be wondering...

01Can you pick up my children from school?

School pick-up can be discussed depending on the location, timing, and your family's needs. Please get in touch with the details so we can see what is possible.

02Can you prepare meals or snacks for children?

I'm happy to prepare meals for regular families! For occasional bookings, I kindly ask that main meals be prepared in advance, though I can easily handle simple snacks.

03Do you provide care for children with special needs?

This can be discussed individually. Please share your child's needs, routines, and any important information in advance so we can talk about whether I am the right fit for your family.

04Do you provide overnight care?

Overnight care can be discussed depending on the circumstances, location, and your family's needs. Please contact me with the details of your request.

05Can I hire you to travel with my family?

Yes. I offer personalised childcare for families travelling internationally, including extended trips. Please get in touch to discuss your itinerary, dates, destination, and your family's needs.

06Do you accept last-minute bookings?

Sometimes. Last-minute bookings may be possible depending on my availability. If you need childcare on short notice, feel free to contact me and I will let you know what is possible.

07What if my child is sick?

For everyone's health and safety, I do not provide childcare for children who are sick. If your child becomes unwell before a booking, please contact me as soon as possible so we can discuss the situation and the applicable cancellation policy.

Looking for more information?

Please feel free to get in touch to discuss your family's needs.

Get in touch

Kind Words

Thank you for your trust, your kind words, and for allowing me to be part of your family's time together.

What families say about Azu.

Azu is amazing! Our children rave about how much fun and excitement she brought, and for them, it was like another part of their vacation. Her professionalism and breadth of knowledge allowed her to handle any situation, even the unexpected, with care and kindness.

She is a top-notch caregiver, and we were lucky that she was able to bring so much joy to our children during her care.

Chris

Visiting from the US

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Azu is very professional and quickly understood my children's personalities. My kids are usually very shy, but they adapted to Azu quickly.

They enjoyed playing games together and hope to see her again.

Saki

Local living in Kanagawa

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Mes garçons (8 et 10 ans) ont adoré leur soirée avec Azu. Avec notre accord au préalable, elle les a amenés en promenade au parc Ueno et faire du lèche-vitrine dans les magasins.

Ainsi, ils ont pu profiter de cette soirée à Tokyo autant que leurs parents.

Valerie

Visiting from Canada

🇨🇦

Azu was wonderful with my 4-year-old son. She was very patient, observant, and quickly understood his personality and interests. He usually takes time to connect with new people, but he felt comfortable with her right away.

She adapted naturally to his pace and interests, which made the experience very positive for him. After she left, he kept asking, “Where is the teacher?” and “I want more.” We really appreciated her kindness, flexibility, and thoughtful approach.

Maikey

Expat from the US

🇺🇸

We had a phenomenal few days with Azu and will certainly book with her again in the future. She is gentle, unflappable, knowledgeable, and caring.

She 3D prints her own toys and has activities for children of all ages. We loved her no-screen-time policy, and our daughter even enjoyed the background playlist.

We will definitely be contacting her whenever we return to Japan!

Annie

Visiting from the US

🇺🇸

Azu was very professional from the beginning, and I instantly knew I could trust her with my 1-year-old son. I loved how well prepared she was, with note-taking, educational toys, and everything she needed.

She updated me every hour about how she was spending time with my son. Surprisingly, he didn't cry at all when he first met her after his nap.

I would definitely have her back again and recommend her to friends.

Hannah

Visiting from Korea

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Azu was amazing. She cared for our two children for two nights in a row during our visit in Tokyo so my husband and I could enjoy some nice dinners.

Azu arrived early and was a clear communicator. She took the children out for dinner and a little sightseeing both nights and then put them to bed.

I would absolutely hire her again.

Nicole

Visiting from the US

🇺🇸

アズさんはとても素晴らしいです。事前の連絡も丁寧で スムーズ。ヒアリング力に長けており、こちらの要望も しっかり汲み取った上で子ども達と接して下さいました。

遊びと学びのバランスが良く、時間いっぱいまで楽しく 過ごすことが出来ました。子ども達は最後は「帰らないでー!」 とお願いしていたほど、アズさんの事が大好きになりました。

終了後のフィードバックも素晴らしく、終始プロフェッショナル を感じ、安心してお願いできると思いました。

Yui

Local living in Tokyo

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Azuさんはとても親切でフレンドリーなベビーシッターです。 私は主に二人の子供の世話をしてもらい、子供たちはすぐに 彼女と遊ぶことに慣れました。

他のシッターさんと遊ぶときはもっと時間がかかるので、 とても驚きましたし、その優しさに感謝しました。 またお願いする機会があれば、ぜひお願いしたいと思います。

Eru

Local living in Kanagawa

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As soon as she saw my 2-year-old son for the first time, she connected with him through play and followed his interests. She also taught him English while playing with him, and I thought she was very professional.

She was very good at reading picture books, and the interaction was smooth and enjoyable.

Thank you, Azu!

Chika

Local living in Tokyo

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Azu was wonderful to work with. She took great care of our twin 3-year-old daughters while we were visiting Tokyo.

She was easy to communicate with, terrific with the children, and we'd very happily have her help our family in the future. You'll be in wonderful hands with her!

Matto

Visiting from Canada

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Azu was so professional, attentive towards my son's education, and wonderful. I felt like my son was in very capable hands.

She arrived at the first sitting with a checklist of questions about my child. Her preparation was great and her qualifications were obvious.

I wholeheartedly recommend Azu to any parent fortunate enough to secure her services.

Nishizawa

Local living in Tokyo

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Azu is a very polite, professional, and competent babysitter. We are very pleased to have met her and would be very happy to work with her again in the future.

Catherine

Visiting from Luxembourg

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Contact

Look forward to hearing from you.

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Based in

Tokyo · Kanagawa

Languages

English · French · Japanese

From

¥4,000/ hour

Not sure what to include?

That's completely fine. Just tell me your child's age, your preferred date and time, and a little about what you're looking for. We can discuss the details together.