IBJ, Inc. Awarded Contract for Sapporo City's 'FY2026 Online Marriage Support Center'
IBJ, Inc., a leading Japanese matchmaking service provider, has been selected by Sapporo City to operate its Online Marriage Support Center starting in FY2026. This partnership aims to leverage IBJ's digital expertise to combat the declining birthrate and revitalize the local community.
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IBJ, Inc., which operates under the corporate philosophy of 'Creating a Better Life,' has announced that it has been awarded the contract for the 'FY2026 Sapporo City Online Marriage Support Center Operation' from Sapporo City, Hokkaido.
IBJ currently provides a wide range of services across fields including matchmaking (Konkatsu), casual weddings, life & tech, and regional revitalization. By leveraging the expertise cultivated in these areas, IBJ will support Sapporo's efforts to address the declining birthrate and provide comprehensive marriage support through an online platform.
This project represents a significant step in municipal digital transformation (DX) and public-private partnerships. By integrating the high-level matchmaking know-how of a private sector leader into an official government service, the city aims to provide a more effective and accessible environment for residents seeking marriage. IBJ plans to continue its contribution to society by vitalizing regional communities and creating more opportunities for people to find partners through its advanced technology and extensive network.
IBJ currently provides a wide range of services across fields including matchmaking (Konkatsu), casual weddings, life & tech, and regional revitalization. By leveraging the expertise cultivated in these areas, IBJ will support Sapporo's efforts to address the declining birthrate and provide comprehensive marriage support through an online platform.
This project represents a significant step in municipal digital transformation (DX) and public-private partnerships. By integrating the high-level matchmaking know-how of a private sector leader into an official government service, the city aims to provide a more effective and accessible environment for residents seeking marriage. IBJ plans to continue its contribution to society by vitalizing regional communities and creating more opportunities for people to find partners through its advanced technology and extensive network.