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I Outline of Japanese School System
Kindergartens usually take charge of children for four hours, either only in the morning, or in the morning through lunch time. The instructional content follows the Course of Study for kindergartens approved by MEXT, and centers on education and play in accordance with local environments.
However, through revisions initiated in 1998, the emphasis has shifted to ezest for livingf in elementary schools, improved planning and the role of teachers.

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