Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!

With Japan's next big romantic day right around the corner, there's no better time to start preparing the right gift for that someone special! But, if you're not vibing with anyone right now, we've got some handy tips on dating and dating apps in Japan!

Ultimate Guide to White Day

Or in other words, Valentine’s Day Part Two.

As you may know, V-Day is all about girls treating guys on this side of the world. White day, on the other hand, is the reverse - basically the V-Day you're probably used to. But, depending on what you decide to give your partner, your gift, like marshmallows, might be saying “I like you… but, just, like, as a friend, y’know?” So what do you give to the person you're super into? What about to the girls who gave you giri-choco on V-Day? Read on to find out!

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Ultimate Guide to Dating in Japan

If you're new to the dating scene here (or just a little confused), we wrote this to try and demystify some of the cultural differences in dating here. While it's not all black and white and there are more exceptions than rules, there's a lot of insight into the way your date may be thinking. For example, many Japanese people hold one common belief about foreign men - that they are are "romantic" and expressive than Japanese men. This is likely thanks to a handful of films that did very well over here and that many Japanese people simple don't have chances to interact with foreign men. Read on for 10 more surprising facts about dating in Japan!

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Ultimate Guide to Japanese Dating Apps

Beyond simply recommending apps, this Ultimate Guide is also packed full of great behind-the-scenes dating culture and customs info! Did you know that only half of all couples in Japan live together before they get married? By now, you might be exhausted from swiping and not getting enough matches, but it could be that you're on the wrong app for your goals. Take Bumble, if you're looking for something a little more serious with someone who speaks English, you're in the right place. If you're looking for something casual, this probably isn't the best port of call. Read on for the full breakdown!

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Side note: If you're planning on visiting Japan, check out Japan Switch's affordable online and offline Japanese lessons and make sure you're ready to shop, eat, and enjoy Japan without the hassle of umming and ahhing through every conversation!

For more information or other updates and tips on life in Japan, be sure to check out our website here.

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Your Friends,

The Japan Switch Team