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Japan
Dating Score: 65.1/100
#1 App
Pairs
Safety
7.1/10
Avg Date
$88
English
Low
Dating Apps
(9 tracked)
Dating Apps
(9 tracked)Filter Japan apps by type
Pro#1
$28.99/moPairs
3/5 -- 1M+ downloads
Usage
9/10
Safety
9/10
VerifiedVideoLocal SIM
- #1 Japanese app
- Serious relationships
- Requires Japanese phone
#2
$25.00/mowith
Usage
9/10
Safety
8/10
VerifiedWomen FirstLocal SIM
- Top 3 Japanese app with 8M+ users, founded by mentalist DaiGo
- Personality and psychology-based matching unique to JP market
- Strong appeal to women 20-29 seeking serious relationships
#3
$23.99/moTapple
4/5 -- 1M+ downloads
Usage
8/10
Safety
8/10
VerifiedLocal SIM
- Casual dating
- Swipe-based
- Younger demographic
#4
$32.99/moOmiai
Usage
8/10
Safety
9/10
VerifiedVideoLocal SIM
- Marriage-focused
- Strict verification
- Traditional approach
#5
$16.99/moTinder
3.8/5 -- 100M+ downloads
Usage
7/10
Safety
8/10
VerifiedVideoLGBTQ+
- Popular with foreigners
- Tokyo-centric
- Language barrier exists
Safety & LGBTQ+
Safety & LGBTQ+
Safety Index
7.1/10
Source: Numbeo (raw: 71.4), 2 cities surveyed
LGBTQ+ Score
5/10
Legal policy index: 3.94/10 (2019) -- Source: owidl-velasco-2020
Gender Balance
More women
48% men
52% women
94 men per 100 women (CIA World Factbook 2024)
Cost of Dating
Cost of Dating
Dating in Japan costs 32% less than the US average.
Average Date Cost$88USD
Meal for Two$43.85
Domestic Beer$3.45
Taxi (start + 5 km)$18.78
Cappuccino$3.32
Cost of Living Index45.6/ 100
Culture & Language
Culture & Language
English ProficiencyLowEPI: 454
LanguagesJapanese
Openness to Foreigners4.4/10
Openness Breakdown
english
3/10
receptivity
4/10
integration
5/10
stigma
6/10
gender Equality
5/10
Trending
Pairs is #1 among locals. Tinder dominates the foreigner/expat scene in Tokyo.
Raw Data
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PROFrequently Asked Questions
What are the best dating apps in Japan?
The top dating apps in Japan based on our data are: 1. Pairs (usage score: 9/10), 2. with (usage score: 9/10), 3. Tapple (usage score: 8/10). Pairs leads with the highest usage score among 9 apps we track.
How much does a date cost in Japan?
The average date cost in Japan is approximately $88 USD, which is 32% less than the US average ($130). This includes a meal for two ($43.85) plus drinks and transport.
Is Japan safe for dating?
Japan has a safety score of 7.1/10 (Good), based on Numbeo crime index data (safety index: 71.4). As with any country, exercise standard precautions: meet in public places, tell someone where you're going, and trust your instincts.
Is Tinder popular in Japan?
Yes, Tinder has a usage score of 7/10 in Japan with 100M+ downloads globally. Popular with foreigners
Do I need a local SIM card for dating apps in Japan?
Some apps in Japan require a local SIM card or phone number: Pairs, with, Tapple, Omiai, Dine. International apps like Tinder and Bumble generally work with any phone number.
What is the English proficiency level in Japan?
Japan has low English proficiency (EF EPI score: 454). You may encounter a language barrier, especially outside major cities. Translation features in apps can help.
What is the LGBTQ+ dating scene like in Japan?
Japan has an LGBTQ+ score of 5/10 (policy index: 3.94). Social acceptance varies by region. Major cities tend to be more open.
What is the dating culture like in Japan?
Japan has an openness-to-foreigners score of 4.4/10. Pairs is #1 among locals. Tinder dominates the foreigner/expat scene in Tokyo. The top age group for dating app users is 25-35, with approximately 5.1M active users across all platforms.
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