Dating in Japan Guides

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Kokuhaku: The Confession Culture Behind Japan’s Approach to Love

Dating in Japan is much like anything else in Japan: there are a number of commonalities with courting…

PDA in Japan: What’s Acceptable, What Isn’t, and Why It Matters

Japan doesn't have laws against public displays of affection — but social norms do the work that laws…

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Tapple Dating App: How Japan’s Favorite Swipe App Keeps Dating Fun

As anyone who has tried using dating apps in Japan will know, there are many similarities between apps…

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Enjo Kosai: Understanding Japan’s Controversial “Compensated Dating” Culture

Enjo kosai (援助交際), often translated as “compensated dating,” remains one of Japan’s most hotly-debated social phenomena. While often…