September Limited Marriage Support Campaign by Japan's Marriage Support Association

Introduction to the September Limited Marriage Support Campaign

The Japan Marriage Support Association, located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, is excited to announce its limited-time “September Marriage Support Campaign.” The campaign, aimed at individuals who wish to start their marriage journey, will run until September 30, 2025, and features a unique one-on-one matchmaking service called “Shuukon.” By signing up this September, participants can enjoy a waiver on the usual matchmaking fee of 3,000 yen per meeting for up to two months.

Addressing Social Issues through Matchmaking

In recent years, rising living costs and stagnating salaries have led to growing concerns about the future, particularly among younger generations, which has subsequently lowered the desire to marry. This decline is not merely an individual issue; it contributes to broader societal challenges such as declining birth rates and population decrease.

The Japan Marriage Support Association has been providing the Shuukon service since 2010, designed to help individuals begin their marriage journey with minimal financial burden. This September campaign aims to make it easier for singles seeking face-to-face introductions, allowing them to take that important first step toward finding a partner.

A Fair and Clear Membership System

The Shuukon service utilizes a membership system that takes into account income disparities by age. For both men and women in their 20s and 30s, the cost is set equally:

- 20s Plan (All genders): 10,000 yen for 6 months (approximately 1,670 yen/month)
- 30s Plan (All genders): 15,000 yen for 6 months (approximately 2,500 yen/month)

Typical marriage consultation services can cost several hundred thousand yen annually due to a combination of joining fees, monthly fees, introduction fees, and success fees. In contrast, the Shuukon service dramatically minimizes these financial barriers, creating an environment where everyone can pursue marriage with peace of mind and fairness.

The Comfort of One-on-One Matchmaking

Registration for the service is simple and can be done via a dedicated form. Participants can review prospective partners' profile photos and bios, making their own decisions on whether they wish to meet or not. The one-on-one format allows individuals to get to know each other at their own pace, providing a relaxed setting to explore compatibility. However, please note that this campaign is only applicable to in-person meetings, and online consultations are excluded.

Campaign Overview

- Duration: September 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
- Offer: Matchmaking fees reduced to zero for up to two months

- September registrants: Free until the end of October
- October registrants: Free until the end of November

- Eligibility: Women aged 23 to 50; Men aged 25 to early 50s

- Participants must genuinely seek marriage or opportunities to meet potential partners within a year
- Men should either be salaried employees or self-employed with stable income
- Program limited to new registrants

Membership Costs (No registration, monthly, or success fees)

Membership Plans

- 20s Plan (All genders): 6 months for ~1,670 yen/month
- 30s Plan (All genders): 6 months for ~2,500 yen/month
- Middle Plan for Women (40+ years): 6 months for ~2,500 yen/month
- Middle Plan for Men (40+ years): 6 months for ~3,333 yen/month

All plans are valid for six months, with the option for participants to extend their membership as desired. No hidden fees or additional costs beyond those outlined above are charged.

How to Apply

To participate, individuals can fill out the application via the provided form link: Application Form

About the Japan Marriage Support Association

Established on March 19, 2010, by representative director Kouki Goto, the Japan Marriage Support Association aims to help those earnestly seeking marriage. The association collaborates with various municipalities and organizations to host marriage-focused events and seminars, while also offering educational sessions for parents and local authorities. Additionally, since August 2020, the association has launched a pioneering project called “Migration Marriage,” supporting individuals who wish to relocate while also finding a spouse. So far, they have partnered with municipalities across 11 prefectures and facilitated over 1,700 applicants, successfully leading to the formation of several couples.