According to a report by Japan's Kyodo News on the 29th, Japan is facing a severe issue of declining birthrate, with the number of marriages in 2023 falling below 500,000 pairs for the first time, marking a 90-year low. To address this challenge, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has developed an AI matchmaking software named "TOKYO结缘" and fully launched it in September this year.
The core feature of this software is the use of artificial intelligence for matching. Users need to complete 110 questions about values and personality, after which the AI recommends highly compatible matches. Once a match is successful, users can communicate through the software and arrange offline meetings.
The registration requirements are relatively lenient, primarily targeting single individuals aged 18 and above who live, work, or reside in Tokyo. However, users must provide documents such as a single status certificate and tax certificates. The registration fee is 11,000 yen (approximately 542 yuan) per person, with a usage period of two years.
Although the software is still in its early stages and some users have reported difficulties in operation, such as imprecise map zooming functions, compared to other matchmaking services, the government-provided services have the significant advantage of being more affordable, with some areas even offering them for free.
The introduction of "TOKYO结缘" reflects the Japanese government's proactive efforts to address the population crisis. With the advancement of technology, AI may play an increasingly important role in promoting social connections and solving population issues. However, whether this approach can effectively increase the marriage rate remains to be seen.
