Enito Group Collaborates with Fukuoka Police to Combat Romance Scams

Enito Group Teams Up with Fukuoka Police

In a proactive measure against social media-based investment and romance scams, Enito Group, the company behind popular matchmaking apps 'with' and 'Omiai,' has initiated public awareness campaigns in collaboration with the Fukuoka Prefectural Police. This initiative specifically targets users of these dating platforms residing in Fukuoka Prefecture.

This is only the eighth instance nationwide where police collaborated with a company for the purpose of raising awareness regarding such scams. Alarmingly, in 2025, Fukuoka Prefecture is projected to experience approximately 8.02 billion yen in damages due to these types of scams, with social media investment fraud accounting for about 4.69 billion yen and romance scams around 3.32 billion yen. The situation is dire, with the average loss per incident now reaching about 10.53 million yen in damages.

In response to this troubling trend, the Fukuoka Prefectural Police have ramped up efforts to educate the public through their official website, YouTube channel, and via the crime prevention app 'Mimamocchi.' Their resources outline various methods of scams and issue warnings on how to avoid them. Regular information exchanges occur between Enito Group, the National Police Agency, and consumer protection organizations.

Since July 2025, Enito Group has engaged with different prefectural police departments to enhance public awareness on social media investment and romance scams. They introduced preventative educational activities targeting users of 'with' and 'Omiai.' Following their initial partnership with Chiba Prefectural Police, they extended their efforts to several police agencies, including those from Wakayama, Hokkaido, Hyogo, Osaka, and Saitama Prefectures, and to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police.

Comments from Fukuoka Police

A representative from the Fukuoka Prefectural Police stated, “Social media investment and romance scams involve individuals meeting through social networks or matchmaking apps and maintaining contact without ever meeting in person. This often leads to the establishment of emotional and personal connections, eventually resulting in the victims transferring large sums of money under various pretenses such as investment fees, withdrawal charges, or promises of future marital engagements. The high average loss per incident is concerning, especially as younger demographics are increasingly affected.”

The collaboration with Enito Group is anticipated to lead to more effective outreach among local users of matchmaking apps, helping to diminish scam victim numbers.

Enito Group's Commitment to Safety

Ryoma Anshin, head of the Trust and Safety Department at Enito Group, emphasized that creating a safe environment for users of dating apps is their top priority. “Since July 2025, we have teamed up with prefectural police to continue raising awareness about social media investment and romance scams,” he noted. “This is an important initiative, and we’re pleased to integrate our efforts with Fukuoka police.” He also confirmed that the company plans to strengthen collaboration with law enforcement and governmental bodies while continuing public awareness activities aimed at enhancing users’ self-protection awareness.

Trust & Safety Initiatives

Established as a central entity in ensuring a safe dating environment since its inception, the Trust and Safety Department of Enito Group combines user monitoring systems with manual oversight to vigilantly track activities 24/7. Enhanced monitoring allows for the early detection of malicious users, leading to necessary actions such as forced withdrawals. They also issue tailored warnings to users matched with potentially harmful accounts. Furthermore, if a user requests to exchange social media contacts before a date, both parties receive alerts, showcasing Enito’s commitment to user safety.

In April 2025, the company formed an Advisory Board in collaboration with legal compliance experts, consumer protection advocates, and academic professionals to address various social issues surrounding matchmaking apps.

Beyond dating apps, Enito Group aims to serve as a ‘life infrastructure’ supporting diverse life events initiated by connections formed through their services. They are dedicated to continuously providing new value to society through their initiatives.

The Importance of Matched Connections

According to recent data, over 25% of marriages now stem from connections made via matchmaking apps, emphasizing their role as critical platforms for modern relationships. As user expectations evolve, Enito Group has also obtained third-party certification to assure quality and reliability in their services, raising the likelihood of more individuals accessing their tools for meaningful connections.

Conclusion

Enito Group, which was founded in March 2023, operates both 'with' and 'Omiai' with the aim to continually improve the dating experience. Drawing from principles that highlight the significance of 'connections' and 'threads' among individuals, the company lives up to its name — Enito. As they strive to develop a safer and more reliable environment for their users, their commitment to combating scams remains crucial for the trust that users place in their applications. With over 25 million total memberships and exceeding 200 million matches, Enito intends to remain at the forefront of enhancing meaningful relationships in our society today.