Merhalsa Hibiki Shirokane Takanawa PreschoolJapanese Site

Facility Overview

School Name: Merhalsa Hibiki Shirokane Takanawa Preschool
Location: 〒108-0072
Port Shirokane 1F, 3-2-3 Shirokane, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0072
Contact Information: Phone：03-5860-2251
E-mail： shiroganehoikuen@merhalsa.jp
Interested in a tour or learning more about us? Feel free to call or email us!
Enrollment Capacity: 【 Total: 29 Children 】
　　Age 1: 5 children
　　Age 2: 6 children
　　Age 3: 6 children
　　Age 4: 6 children
　　Age 5: 6 children
Programs Offered: Full-Day Care Extended Hours Care Inclusive Support for Children with Disabilities
Partner Clinics: Clinic Bambini ・ Hara Dental Office
Staffing: Compliant with Minato Ward childcare staffing standards.
[Learn more about our preschool here.]

Hours & Holidays

Open: Monday to Saturday, 7:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Extended Care: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Closed: Sundays, national holidays, and New Year holidays (December 29 – January 3)

Additional Information

Fees & Enrollment: Tuition and enrollment are managed by Minato City Hall.
Please visit the Minato City Hall website or contact them directly for details.
Operational Policies: Download our operational guidelines as a PDF
External Evaluation: Third-party evaluation results are available on our website. Learn more about our preschool here.

Childcare Support Programs

Preschool Tour: Want to visit our preschool? (Includes a hands-on experience!)

➡ Learn more [here] (PDF)
➡ Sign up for a visit [here]

"Mommy & Me" Parenting Support Program Mommy&Me: Curious about our "Mommy & Me" program?

➡ Get the details [here] (PDF)
➡ Ready to join?
　• First-time participants: Sign up [here]
　• Returning participants: Sign up [here]

Preschool Blog.

Blog: Check out what our children and teachers are up to in our day-to-day activities! Click here to read our blog!

News & Announcements

Starting in April 2025, we’re enhancing our curriculum with more English-language activities and increased opportunities for cultural exchange with international staff. These updates are part of our commitment to nurturing globally minded children.

A Message from the Director

Make a Dream! Make a Future!

Creating a hopeful future with our own hands

In April 2025, Miahelsa Preschool Hibiki Shirokane Takanawa opened as a fresh, global environment where children can expand their horizons. We nurture children to dream, hold onto hope, and confidently walk their own paths in a diverse society.
Preschool is a child’s first step into social life. We value each child’s unique personality and work hard to create a safe, comforting place where every child feels at home. Our staff is fully dedicated to supporting each child’s growth and well-being.
While the digital age brings convenience to our lives, nothing can replace genuine human warmth. We encourage children to love and value themselves and to connect that kindness to empathy for others through heartfelt communication.

Cross-Cultural Communication

Teachers from abroad join us in daily life at preschool. Through fun and engaging English activities, children learn about different cultures and widen their worldviews. Embracing differences and cooperating builds joyful experiences that inspire a rich future. We also cherish Japanese identity by fostering appreciation for Japanese culture and traditions, guiding children on their first steps to becoming true global citizens.

A Creative and Inspiring Environment

Outdoor play lets children experience sunlight, the breeze, and the colors of nature firsthand. Nature is a treasure trove for play and inspiration that sparks creativity. Our well-equipped art studio provides space for children to freely express their unique creativity and curiosity.

Community Connections

We place importance on connecting with our local community, knowing that diverse interactions enrich children’s experiences. We take children out into the neighborhood and welcome neighbors to join us, aiming to build a warm, lively community that resonates together.
Like a brilliant rainbow across the sky, every child’s unique colors will shine, and their dreams and hopes will become a bridge to a bright future. Our entire team wholeheartedly supports this journey. We want to help children build a better world!
Sincerely,

Director,
Merhalsa Hibiki Shirokane Takanawa Preschool

Annual Schedule

Yearly Events

April: Parent Orientation, Tasting Lunch Event
May
June: Classroom Observation, Individual Parent-Teacher Conferences, Dental Checkup, Medical Checkup
July: Tanabata (Star Festival), Water Play
August: Summer Festival, Water Play, Watermelon Splitting Game (Suikawari)
September: Emergency Pick-Up Drill, Excursion for Older Children, School Operations Committee Meeting, Moon Viewing Gathering (Tsukimi)
October: Sports Day, Halloween Party
November: Classroom Observation Week, Dental Checkup, Medical Checkup
December: Christmas Party
January
February: Setsubun Bean-Throwing Festival, Individual Parent-Teacher Conferences, Year-End Performance
March: Graduation Ceremony, Farewell Party, Farewell Excursion, Memory Trip, Hina Matsuri (Girls’ Day) Celebration