This fascinating video shows how much more independence young children in Japan have than children in America! Timm recalls feeling shocked that the woman allowed the 6-year-old to leave on her own.

With low crime rates and free day care, Japan may seem like an ideal place to raise kids. But American mothers say they deal with cultural differences, such as babysitters being uncommon. One mom told ...

What are the best things to do in Japan with kids from a kid's perspective? Get the details here to plan your own family trip ...

My kids were adamant that we take a family vacation to Japan this year. Despite being a seasoned traveler, the idea of planning this trip overwhelmed me. I decided a small family group tour was the ...