Government dating site

At 40, SDN not so hot anymore but still in the matchmaking game to help singles find love

JapanToday Sotokanda S Bldg. Dating can be hard in this day and age with hurdles such as global pandemics and sold-out marriage vending machines. However, these services themselves can be full of pitfalls such as misleading profiles and straight-up fraud. The app is aimed at those 18 and up who are living, working, or studying in Tokyo. It is also said to utilize AI to find suitable pairings of users based on their personal info and a questionnaire, much like other dating apps. What sets this app apart is the government-backed vetting process which requires users to prove their marital status and income, as well as take part in an online interview to confirm their identity. While people might be reluctant to provide personal info such as proof of income to a private company, submitting such things to the government is nothing new. The basic system for this app has been in place since last December in a limited trial using a browser version and government employees and people who took part in government matchmaking events. Their feedback will be used to make improvements to the service moving forwards. It also appears that the browser version is open for anyone on the Tokyo Futari Story website to register while the app is still awaiting release.

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In a bid to combat the ongoing population decline, the Japanese government is investing taxpayer money in a dating app called Tapple. Facing a crisis due to an aging population, the city of Tokyo grapples with the highest percentage of never-married individuals at age 50 nationwide, with figures standing at Tapple aims to play cupid, matching people based on mutual hobbies and interests. However, critics question the effectiveness of a taxpayer-funded dating app, urging the government to address fundamental issues causing the decline in marriages and childbirth, such as financial constraints. To target the younger generation, the government is allocating taxpayer money to introduce matchmaking apps and virtual dating experiences. Tapple, in particular, matches people based on mutual hobbies and interests, encouraging connections beyond superficial criteria. The South China Morning Post reports that some argue creating another taxpayer-funded dating app may not be the solution to the challenges faced by singles.

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To promote marriage and address the chronically low birthrate, the Tokyo metropolitan government is releasing its own dating app with an emphasis on strictness to prevent problems associated with other match-making services. The new fee-based app, operated by a private contractor, is expected to become available this summer. It is rare for a local government to develop a match-making app, Tokyo officials said. In addition to a photo ID, users will have to provide an income certificate and show they are single through their family register or other official document.

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