Japan man starts dating agency after 2,000 failed blind dates due to low income, living at home
Despite numerous failed dates, man persists in dating to refine conversational skills, decision-making, date planning
A man in Japan established a dating agency to help others in navigating the complexities of love after experiencing 2,000 unsuccessful blind dates, a struggle exacerbated by a low income and living with his parents.
Identified only as Yoshio, a 44-year-old resident of Shizuoka prefecture, he holds a master’s degree in science from a Japanese university.
Eight years ago, Yoshio began his quest for a partner and joined several matchmaking agencies.
However, after four years and nearly 2,000 failed blind dates, he faced numerous rejections: some women ghosted him after just one meeting, while others dismissed him solely based on his profile.
Yoshio attributes his difficulties to being an only child, living with his parents, and earning a modest income.
He revealed that his annual income was about 3.5 million yen (US$23,000), which fell short of the minimum requirements set by various matchmaking agencies, where the average male member earned about 5.5 million yen.
