ASIA NEWS – Japanese municipalities are revamping matchmaking programs to attract Gen Z and address declining marriage rates. Events now use apps, AI-powered matching, and low-cost large gatherings, such as Tottori’s “Tottori model,” which achieved a 56% success rate and is spreading to other cities. As of 2023, 32 prefectures, including Tokyo, have adopted AI-based systems, with national subsidies for marriage support tripling since 2013. While many regions are expanding these efforts, some like Wakayama and Akitakata have ended programs, citing the rise of private apps or limited effectiveness.
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