Yokohama City Revokes License of Child Day Service Provider Following Investigation
Yokohama, Japan – August 13, 2025 – Yokohama City announced today the revocation of the designation for a child day service provider, citing serious violations of operational regulations. The decision, effective from the date of the announcement, follows a comprehensive investigation initiated by the city after receiving reports of misconduct.
The specific provider in question, whose name has not been released by the city at this time, was found to have engaged in practices that significantly compromised the safety and well-being of the children under its care. While the full details of the violations remain under review, preliminary reports indicate issues related to the quality of care, operational management, and adherence to established standards for child support services.
Yokohama City’s Children and Families Support Department, responsible for overseeing these vital services, emphasized its commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all children with disabilities and their families. The department stated that the revocation was a necessary measure to uphold the integrity of the disability support system and protect vulnerable individuals from inadequate or harmful services.
“The safety and development of children with disabilities are our utmost priorities,” stated a representative from the Yokohama City government. “We have taken this serious action to ensure that all service providers adhere to the highest standards and that families can trust the support they receive. We understand that this may cause concern for families utilizing such services, and we are working to facilitate a smooth transition and provide necessary support.”
Following the license revocation, Yokohama City has initiated measures to assist the affected families in finding alternative, licensed child day service providers. The city is actively compiling a list of available services and providing guidance and support to help families navigate the process of transferring their children to new facilities.
The city also indicated that further details regarding the specific nature of the violations and the investigation process will be made available as appropriate, respecting the privacy of all parties involved. Yokohama City is committed to transparency and will continue to monitor and regulate all designated service providers to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
Families who are currently utilizing the services of the revoked provider are encouraged to contact the Yokohama City Children and Families Support Department directly for information and assistance regarding alternative arrangements.
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