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Introduction

Mira-bo, a company headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has recently rolled out its maternal and child health application, 'mila-e Oyako Techo,' in Ozu Town, Kumamoto Prefecture. Starting April 1, 2026, this innovative app aims to enhance parental support programs within the community.

Background of 'mila-e Oyako Techo' Introduction

Ozu Town has been actively involved in various childcare support initiatives. In its ongoing efforts to provide comprehensive 'accompaniment-based consultation support' for families raising children, the town has decided to implement the 'mila-e Oyako Techo' app. This decision is part of a broader strategy to strengthen support for child-rearing families and improve communication between the local government and parents.

Features of the Application

The 'mila-e Oyako Techo' is equipped with multiple features designed to facilitate better childcare management for parents. Some of the key functionalities include:

• - Email Notifications & Push Alerts: Parents can receive timely updates and announcements from Ozu Town tailored to their child's age and development stage.
• - Vaccination Scheduler: A patented feature that helps prevent missed vaccinations and errors in intervals, ensuring children receive their immunizations on time.
• - Digital Health Record Keeping: Parents can maintain their children's growth charts and health check records in a personalized space within the app, serving as a digital maternal and child health notebook.

The integration of ICT allows for continuous support, making parenting easier and more organized for families.

How to Use the App

The app is easily accessible for residents of Ozu Town and can be downloaded through various platforms:

• - App Store: Download Here
• - Google Play: Download Here

For non-mobile users, a browser version can be accessed at here.

Message from Ozu Town's Mayor, Hideki Kaneda

Mayor Hideki Kaneda expressed the town's commitment to nurturing children and young people, emphasizing that the basic philosophy of Ozu Town's child policy is to create a place for everyone to grow and be happy together. The newly introduced 'Ozu Town Oyako Techo - Karaimoko' app is designed to support families from pregnancy to parenting, alluding to the local specialty 'Karaimo' and symbolizing the hopes for children growing up in Ozu Town.

Parents can conveniently manage vaccination schedules and growth records through the app, which also provides local childcare information. Mayor Kaneda reaffirmed the town's commitment to supporting parenting initiatives and achieving the vision of a happy Ozu Town.

Overview of 'mila-e Oyako Techo' Features

The app comes with several primary features, which may vary by the municipality:

• - Digital Maternal and Child Health Notebook
• - Vaccination Scheduler (patented)
• - Local Parenting Information
• - Email and Push Notifications
• - Online Surveys
• - Event and Classroom Searches
• - Childcare Facility Search
• - Healthcare Provider Search
• - Public Personal Authentication & My Number Integration
• - Multilingual Support
• - Weaning Food Services & Allergy Checks (patented)
• - Various Optional Features

For detailed information on the services offered by 'mila-e Oyako Techo', you can visit the service introduction page here.

Implementation Case Studies

Further details on other municipalities that have implemented this app, along with examples of region-specific designs, can be explored here.

For Municipalities Considering Implementation

Mira-bo is actively conducting individual briefings and is open to inquiries regarding the app’s implementation. For more information, please visit here or request materials here.

About Mira-bo

Mira-bo was established in December 2013 and has its headquarters in Chiyoda, Tokyo. The company is involved in creating services related to electronic applications, maternal and child health, welfare, medical, and education sectors. Currently, they provide digital transformation (DX) support to approximately 300 municipalities across Japan, ensuring innovative solutions for community needs.