Best Japanese Dating Sites & Apps I’ve Tested
In Japan, I’ve met many interesting single people and couples I’ve chatted with about the best ways to connect with Japanese women and men for foreigners.
Your loyal TheTravellingFrenchMan got more than 20 different recommendations, but as testing so many online dating sites was too much for me, I’ve selected the 3 best Japanese dating sites that locals mentioned the most and topped them with 1 more, which I found during my research.
So, here I am testing 4 Japanese dating websites to see how effective online dating is in the country, and whether joining a dating platform is actually a good option for searching for a Japanese girlfriend or boyfriend in the country.
Read on and see what I’ll find as I spend my money, so you don’t have to!
Top 4 Online Dating Sites & Apps in Japan
I wanted to make my list as diverse as possible, as I understand that some people want only serious relationships while others seek casual dating.
Here are the top-4 dating apps in Japan that made my cut:
- Best for dating verified Japanese girls and guys:👉🏻 SakuraDate
- Overall best dating site for meeting Japanese women:👉🏻 EasternHoneys
- Best for men seeking Japanese women:👉🏻 TheLuckyDate
- Best for searching for a marriage partner:👉🏻 AsianDating
Want to know more details about each dating service? I’ve got you! I’ve made a short review of each popular Japanese dating app and site to share my thoughts, comments, and concerns.
#1. SakuraDate
Key takeaways:
- The dark horse of the rating, SakuraDate, was established only in 2023 and is already growing in popularity among Japanese singles
- It has 76% male to 24% female ratio
- Members have different dating goals, from long-distance romance to serious relationships
- 9.0/10 🥐
Why did I choose it?
SakuraDate was a site that I wasn’t recommended a lot, but I was told about it by my new Japanese friend. He told me that I don’t need to visit Japan, as the site is growing in popularity in the region. So, I couldn’t resist testing it.
I registered with my Google account, and it took less than a minute to become a member. I didn’t need to pay for anything upfront and could browse profiles, watch public photos, send likes, and use the Say Hello or Like Her feature, among many other free services on SakuraDate.
But to send unlimited messages, write letters, and attach photos and videos, I needed credits. I’d say SakuraDate is a decent new place to check out, as it has everything to be a Japanese dating culture hit.
Features I liked:
- Similar girls recommendations. Usually, I get annoyed by recommendations, but for some reason, SakuraDate works well for me. I was recommended really similar-looking girls to the girl whose profile I visited. It expanded my potential matches 10X.
- Like Her feature. Similarly to the swipe-like matching, I was able to not just like or skip but also start chatting, write a letter, or visit the profile.
- Tutorial section. A very handy part of the site that all members can use without a premium membership. It has answers to all the basic questions and explanations on how to use each and every part of SakuraDate.
Pros
- Online Now section with Japanese people online
- Variety of communication ways
- Say Hello feature with prewritten messages
- Most members have 7+ photos added and profiles are detailed
- No monthly fee but a convenient credit system
Cons
- No video chat feature
- Profiles are not verified
- No advanced matching algorithms
👉🏻 If you don’t want to limit your horizons when searching for single Japanese people and also want to benefit from a 30 free credit bonus for new members, join SakuraDate now!
#2. EasternHoneys
Key takeaways:
- The leading Japanese dating site is among the newer ones, as it was established in 2019
- It has around 213K monthly visits, and most active Western users come from the US and the UK
- EasternHoneys has not just Japanese girls and guys, but also other Asian singles interested in a long-distance romance with foreign women and men
- 9.5/10 🥐
Why did I choose it?
EasternHoneys is a dating service that I was recommended the most when I asked single women where a foreigner could meet Japanese ladies. Though the site specializes not just in Japanese singles and has female and male users from all around Asia, it works well for Japanese dating.
The registration process was fast and took less than 5 minutes. You don’t need to share your phone number or ID, and you can even skip adding photos if you want. After creating a profile, I was able to start looking for potential matches using search filters, the interactive matching feature called People, and just by scrolling the Newsfeed.
It was fun! So many hot Japanese ladies!
I could browse profiles, see all public photos, send winks, use the Say Hello feature, and use other free services without upgrading my membership. But to chat, exchange photos, or send virtual gifts, I needed credits. Credits are a way of paying. They are quite popular on Japanese dating apps, as members pay only when they use a particular service with no recurring fees.
Features I liked:
- Interactive matching People feature — similar to the most popular dating app we all know.
- A lot of communication tools — I could use text chat, mail, prompted chat, photo, and video messaging.
- Profile verification — All members can confirm their identity and get a blue verification mark. Around 85% of member profiles are verified.
- Private photo albums — To get access to hidden photos, I needed to start exchanging messages with a Japanese girl.
- On-site social media platform Newsfeed — I enjoyed scrolling through photos and videos of Japanese women who post quite frequently (an extra 🥐 for that). And you can follow any beautiful Japanese woman you like, too.
Pros & cons:
Pros
- User-friendly interface and intuitive navigation
- Active members who like to message first
- Variety of contact ways
- Detailed, verified profiles, with 5+ photos
- Pop-up messages when someone checks your profile out
Cons
- The majority of communication ways require credits (a.k.a. payment)
- Not a very detailed search, but there are location, age, and gender filters
- No dating app, but the site is mobile-optimized
👉🏻 Join EasternHoneys and get 20 free credits to spend on communication with a Japanese woman or man!
#3. TheLuckyDate
Key takeaways:
- TheLuckyDate has around 607K monthly visits with Americans, British, and Canadians being the most active
- There is around 80% male to 20% female ratio
- The international dating site has users from all over the world who seek new friends, fun chatting, romance, or even a serious relationship
- 9.3/10 🥐
Why did I choose it?
TheLuckyDate is another site that I have been recommended quite often. For me, it looks like a dating app; no wonder the majority of users use its mobile version. TheLuckyDate is among international dating services, which means there are not just Japanese singles but also single people from all over the world.
I didn’t pay for registration, and the whole process was fast — around 3–4 minutes. After answering standard questions and confirming my email, I was able to browse profiles. To find Japanese users, I used a location search filter that showed me potential matches that I could swipe. I was never offered the same person twice, and I could see a new person upcoming in the small snippet above.
Compared to other sites on my list, TheLuckyDate doesn’t have a lot of communication options. But a regular chat with photo and video exchange gets the job done. There is everything you need to find an ideal partner among Latin, European, and Asian singles.
Features I liked:
- Video profile pics — a very modern interpretation of the user pic. That’s a very unique feature that I liked a lot and have never seen done on all the other apps I reviewed in the region.
- Virtual gifts as compliments — sometimes it’s not easy to start a conversation even if you have the same hobbies and interests, and compliments, especially in such a creative way, I think are a big helper.
- Disappearing photos/videos — an interesting in-chat feature that allows you to send pics or videos — I had so much fun with it! I had so many steamy chats, but as you know, I’m not the one to kiss and tell, so no more details here.
Pros
- Modern, user-friendly design
- A big dating pool of gorgeous women from all over the world
- Swiping-like matching
- List of Starred members
- Light and Dark modes
- Activity tracking
Cons
- No variety of communication ways
- The search is not detailed, but there is a location filter to look for the perfect match from Japan
- Only one credit pack is available, 2,000 credits for $2.99
#4. AsianDating
Key takeaways:
- AsianDating is a niche platform of the Cupid Media network for the Asian region
- It has around 2.4M monthly visits, with most active Western users being from the US and France
- It has a 35% female to 65% male gender ratio
- 8.7/10 🥐
Why did I choose it?
AsianDating is a site that caught my attention when I was researching the Japanese culture of dating online. The site had many monthly visits, so I decided to check whether it would be a good idea to use it as a foreigner who searches for a future partner.
It’s free to join, and the process of becoming a member is quite standard. After that, I was able to use all the free services, like browsing profiles or using basic search. As for me, AsianDating interface is quite overwhelming. There are way too many profiles on each page of the search, and the organization of the information is a bit confusing. But profiles are very detailed.
Messages are the only way to communicate, but they work fine, and the reply rate is fine too. Also, AsianDating has an app, which I think is a good addition.
Features I liked:
- Detailed profiles with instant matching. I think that compatibility is important for both casual dating and serious relationships, and AsianDating allows you to check it on each profile
- Instant translation. There is no need to use Google translate if you don’t speak Japanese, as there is instant translation of the Japanese language with Platinum and Diamond memberships
- VIP profile highlighting and ranking boost. Also a premium feature but a good way to reach more singles with double the profile space, profile highlight, and boost in search
Pros
- Regional specialization
- Profile matching section
- Activity tracking
- Detailed search (some filters are premium)
Cons
- A bit overwhelming interface
- Most features require a premium membership
- No communication methods variety
👉🏻 If you want to dive into Japanese dating and check out various Asian women along the way, go for AsianDating.
How I tested these Japanese dating sites
My online experience was very fun! I got to explore the dating culture in Japan a bit deeper and even go on a date with a woman I met online.
Her name is Akira, and she is a very attractive Japanese lady. We met on TheLuckyDate, and after a week of chatting and exchanging photos, I asked her out. She hesitated to rush things so quickly, but as I had only a week in the country left, my charm worked wonders.
We had a really great time both online and offline.
Overall, I spoke to about 50–60 women on all platforms. The average reply rate was very different, from 15–20 minutes to a day or more. Around 20% of ladies overall left me with no reply. But I got probably the highest reply rate on EasternHoneys. SakuraDate’s members were quite active as well!
Comparing the best Japanese dating sites & apps
- Free App: Yes
- Pricing: From $2.99 for 35 credits (discounted price)
- Compatibility: Desktop, but mobile friendly
- Welcome bonus: 20 welcome credits after signing up + 10 after email confirmation. One-time offer of 35 credits for $2.99
- Free App: Yes
- Pricing: From $2.99 for 20 credits (discounted price)
- Compatibility: Desktop, but mobile friendly
- Welcome bonus: 30 complimentary credits after registration and email confirmation, 1st purchase discount of 20 credits ($2.99 instead of $9.99)
3. TheLuckyDate
- Free App: Yes
- Pricing: From $2.99 for 2,000 credits
- Compatibility: Desktop, but mobile responsive
- Welcome bonus: No
4. AsianDating
- Free App: Yes
- Pricing: From $20.37 per week
- Compatibility: iOS, Android, and desktop
- Welcome bonus: No
How I picked each Japanese dating site?
As you know, I’ve got many recommendations from locals on where to look for local dates online. Here is how I narrow my options and choose the best dating sites in Japan for my reviews:
