Homeschooling in Japan

The Japan Times has an interesting article on homeschooling online today:

Home education has gained popularity in recent years in many parts of the world, as more families have looked for alternatives to school-based learning. But in Japan, it remains difficult for children to be educated outside the school system, with little government support for — or understanding of — the need to diversify children's education, experts say.

Click here to continue reading. I think homeschooling is a great option for the right parents and child. Here are some other useful links:

• Homeschooling in Japan (check out their FAQ)
• Otherwise Japan (in Japanese)
• Book: Between Individual and State (in Japanese)