We are thrilled to share some wonderful news! Last week, a couple who met through Traditional Japanese Matchmakers (TJM) announced their engagement. We offer them our heartfelt congratulations and are overjoyed that their connection has blossomed into a lifelong partnership. May you have a lifetime of happiness together! This story is a powerful example of how taking decisive action can make the dream of international marriage a reality. If you are serious about finding a Japanese wife, their journey offers a clear and inspiring roadmap.

The Timeline of Love: A Real Couple’s Journey to International Marriage

A common question we hear is, “How long does the matchmaking process for an international marriage actually take?” Every journey is unique, but here is the timeline for our recently engaged couple, which shows how quickly things can move when both people are committed.

The Groom’s Profile:

Born: 1977 (Age 48)
Location: United States
Joined TJM: May 2024

The Bride’s Profile:

Born: 1981 (Age 44)
Location: Japan
Joined TJM: November 2023

Engaged: July 2025

We hope to interview the happy couple in the near future to share more about their story. Stay tuned for that update!

From Long-Distance to First Meeting: Making the Connection Real

As with most international relationships, this couple’s story began with long-distance communication. The pivotal moment came when they met in person for the first time in the summer of July 2024. The groom was visiting Japan to attend a TJM matchmaking event. After the event, he made a special trip to meet his future bride, who lives in another part of Japan. This trip was a major step in turning his lifelong dream of marrying a Japanese woman into a reality. It’s a powerful reminder that taking action is what allows you to meet your truly special someone.

The Power of Commitment: How Proactive Steps Lead to Marriage

There is a crucial lesson in the actions our successful groom took. While he traveled to Tokyo for TJM’s matchmaking event in July 2024, his fiancée was not actually an attendee at that event. So, what happened? He seems to have traveled with the powerful intention: “I will find my life partner on this trip.” He fully committed to the journey. While he was open to meeting someone at the event, he had also already planned a one-on-one meeting with the woman he had been communicating with. He was proactive, creating his own opportunities rather than passively waiting for something to happen. This level of commitment and initiative demonstrates a true seriousness that is impossible to ignore. His story began the moment they met in person, proving a simple but profound truth: Those who take action are the ones who seize the opportunity.

Why TJM’s Matchmaking Events Are Different: For Men Serious About Marriage

You may have been to other matchmaking events or speed-dating nights. Often, they are held in noisy, chaotic venues where you only have 10-15 minutes to talk to each person. Many attendees leave feeling like they didn’t really connect with anyone or even remember who they spoke to. Worse, these events often have a wide mix of people with varying levels of seriousness about marriage. You might wonder, “Is anyone here actually ready to settle down?” The feedback afterward is often about the “experience”—”That was fun,” “I’d go again,” “When’s the next one?”—rather than the ultimate goal: marriage.

TJM’s events are fundamentally different because they are exclusively for those who are serious about getting married. We don’t cater to those looking for a casual date or a fun night out. Our events are for individuals with the strong desire to “find a life partner” and “start a serious relationship.” They are designed for you to get results from a single event, not to require you to attend over and over. That is the TJM difference. At our July 2024 event, for example, we went beyond typical speed matching. We included a group discussion circle where everyone could talk about a single topic in a relaxed atmosphere. This allowed participants’ values and personalities to shine through naturally. Sharing a moment over “Kaki no ha zushi” (a type of persimmon leaf-wrapped sushi) helped create a warm, friendly environment for genuine connection. The groom in our story used this event as the catalyst for his trip to Japan. By coordinating with his matchmaker, he smartly leveraged the trip to include both the event and a separate, private meeting. His proactive planning and preparation were the keys to meeting his ideal partner.

More Than One Success Story: The Ripple Effect of Taking Action

And their story isn’t the only one. A couple who did match during the July 2024 event are still together and are likely nearing engagement. We hope to share an update on their progress soon!

Another woman who attended the July event later matched with a man who was not at the event, and they are also close to marriage.

Let a TJM Event Be the Catalyst for Your New Life

Many participants tell us that TJM’s events are a turning point. They say things like: “It made me get serious about my search.” “It gave me the push I needed to take action.” “I finally had a meeting that could lead to marriage.” If you find yourself thinking, “I want to get married, but I don’t know where to start,” we encourage you to consider a TJM matchmaking event as the first step toward changing your life.

Your Chance to Act: Announcing Our 2025 International Matchmaking Events

We are currently planning two TJM matchmaking events in 2025 for individuals who are truly serious about international marriage.

• September 20, 2025 (Saturday) in Los Angeles, USA
• November 8 (Saturday) & 9 (Sunday), 2025 in Tokyo, Japan

For details and registration, please subscribe to the TJM official newsletter, where we will announce all updates. TJM’s events are a trusted space where only single men and women serious about marriage gather. When everyone in the room shares the same strong intention, the probability of meeting your ideal partner increases dramatically. If you want to meet a trustworthy person and start a serious relationship with the goal of marriage, take the first step toward this major life decision. We invite you to join a TJM event. Just like the couple we celebrated today, your dream can become a reality.

Would you like to fulfill your dream of marrying a Japanese woman with us? We are always here to support you!

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Naoko Matsumoto (まつもとなおこ）
FOUNDER&CEO
Traditional Japanese Matchmaker

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