Tokyo government to introduce a dating app to increase birth rate

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government plans to launch a dating app this summer to address Japan's declining birth rate. Users must verify their single status and provide a tax certificate to confirm their income. The app aims to encourage the 70% of marriage-seeking individuals not currently using dating services. It includes an identity interview and has been in a free test phase since late last year. While some social media users are skeptical about government involvement, others see it as a safer option. Japan's births hit a record low in 2023, with deaths more than doubling births.