Matcha Mum's

Matcha Mum’s is a podcast for international families raising children in Japan.

This podcast explores the everyday realities of building family life in a different country, understanding the Japanese system for children and families, adjusting to social structures and expectations, and finding your own rhythm between cultures.

Hosted by Tamara, a German working mother living in Japan with her Japanese husband and their daughter, the podcast combines personal experience with thoughtful reflections on parenting abroad.

Across episodes, you’ll hear about:

• Navigating Japan’s structures for families
• Everyday parenting in a cross-cultural context
• Mindful working parenthood and balancing career and home
• Conversations with international mums and dads sharing their journeys

Whether you are already living in Japan, preparing for the move, or simply interested in raising children between cultures, Matcha Mum’s creates a space to connect, reflect, and explore new perspectives.