• Blog
  • What Is IBJ? Japan’s Top Marriage Network Explained

FAQs for Gentlemen who Want to Marry a Japanese Woman

What is IBJ and How it works?

What Is IBJ? Japan’s Top Marriage Network Explained

If you’re a foreign gentleman looking for a serious, lifelong relationship with a Japanese woman, you deserve a matchmaking system that’s credible, proven, and built for success. At Traditional Japanese Matchmaker (TJM), we proudly partner with IBJ—Japan’s largest and most trusted marriage agency network—to help you find your ideal partner with confidence.

What Makes IBJ the #1 Marriage Network in Japan

IBJ (Japan Marriage Consulting Federation) is Japan’s largest and most reputable matchmaking organization and a publicly listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market. IBJ stands for its credibility, scale, and track record of successful matches. In 2024, over 16,000 couples got married through IBJ, representing 3.3% of all marriages in Japan. That’s more than any other matchmaking system in the country.

Why IBJ Is So Powerful: Numbers That Speak for Themselves

  • 4,500+ affiliated matchmaking agencies

  • 100,000+ registered members

  • 6,000+ new members join each month

  • 95,000+ active members at any time

  • 26% average success rate

  • Average time to marriage: ~9 months (303 days for men, 251 days for women)

This is a network built for serious relationships—efficient, credible, and highly structured.

Verified Profiles = Safe, Serious Matches

All IBJ members must submit the following documents:

  • Government-issued ID

  • Proof of single status

  • Proof of income (required for men)

This ensures that everyone is serious, single, and transparent. No fake profiles. No guesswork. Just real people looking for real love.

How Long Does It Take to Find a Match?

On average, members find their match in about 9 months. Most successful couples go through 6–10 omiai (matchmaking meetings) before entering a serious relationship. It’s a clear, structured process that works.

Why Foreign Men Love the TJM + IBJ Matchmaking System

TJM specializes in international matchmaking between Japanese women and foreign men. As an official member of IBJ since 2024, we offer a hybrid system that gives you the best of both worlds:

Option 1: TJM-Only Matching

A highly personalized service with a carefully curated list of Japanese women who are open to international marriage.
Perfect for men who want quality over quantity.

Option 2: TJM + IBJ Access

Gain access to IBJ’s 95,000+ active members. With about 100 new women joining every day, this option is ideal for men who want more choices and more control in selecting a partner.

Not sure which is right for you? Our matchmakers will guide you through the process based on your goals and preferences.

Start Your Journey with Trust, Support, and Real Results

TJM has over 26 years of experience helping foreign men like you find sincere, marriage-minded Japanese women. Now, with the support of IBJ, we offer more opportunities, greater efficiency, and stronger results than ever before.

Our team provides:

  • English-speaking support

  • Zoom matchmaking meetings (omiai)

  • Cross-cultural coaching

  • Safe, respectful introductions

Ready to Meet the Right Japanese Woman?

If you’re ready to take the next step toward marriage with a loving, sincere Japanese partner, TJM + IBJ is your best path forward.
Click below or speak with one of our matchmakers today.
We’re here to support your journey—every step of the way.

If you have any other questions, I would be more than happy to answer them. Your questions help others who may have similar thoughts, so please feel free to reach out anytime.

Contact Naoko

 

FAQs

Click here for other frequently asked questions.

 

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

Naoko Matsumoto Traditional Japanese MatchmakerTraditional Japanese Matchmaker is the best dating and matchmaking service that is specialized for single international professionals and Japanese women established in 1999. Please click the link below to get started with TJM’s Free Registration if you are truly interested. We look forward to assisting you in finding your Japanese wife.

How We Work for You

Naoko Matsumoto The Best Matchmaker in Japan

Meet Japanese Women Facebook Page

  • Free Consultation in skype
  • Free Consultation in New York
  • Profile Registration


and more...