[200 Participants! One of the Largest in Western Japan] Love-Hunting Festival in Osaka & Nagoya with New 'Circuit Format'
IBJ Inc. will host 'IBJ LOVE POWER FES' in Osaka and Nagoya in May 2026. The event introduces a unique 'circuit format' to ensure all participants can enjoy diverse and natural communication, aiming to revitalize the matchmaking scene in Japan.
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## [200 Participants! One of the Largest in Western Japan] Love-Hunting Festival to be Held in Osaka and Nagoya. Producing Natural Encounters with a New "Circuit Format."
IBJ Inc. (CEO: Kenjiro Tsuchiya, Head Office: Shinjuku, Tokyo, Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime: 6071), which boasts the highest number of marriages in Japan, operates the matchmaking party service "IBJ Matching." It will host the "IBJ LOVE POWER FES" love-hunting event in Osaka on May 24 (Sun) and Nagoya on May 30 (Sat), 2026. As "high-quality in-person interaction" is being re-evaluated following the pandemic, the event will introduce a "circuit format" different from traditional buffet styles to create a new place for encounters aimed at resolving Japan's declining marriage rates.
### Program and Content
This event, held in two parts (day and night) with a total of up to 200 participants, is a "festival experience" that goes beyond traditional matchmaking parties. The venue is divided into four areas, where all participants experience two types of zones: the "Talk Theme Zone," which fosters deep conversation, and the "Mission Zone," where distance is shortened through game-like activities. By adopting a unique "circuit format," it prevents the "incomplete combustion" common in large-scale events where people only talk to specific individuals, providing a variety of encounters.
### Highlights
■ First Introduction of the "Circuit Format" to Update Traditional Large-Scale Events
While previous large-scale events mainly consisted of buffet parties or group talks, this event introduces the "circuit format" for the first time, where participants enjoy interacting while moving through multiple themed areas. By preparing different productions for each area, conversation triggers are naturally created. This reduces the psychological burden of "what to talk about next" and balances the excitement of a large-scale event with deep individual communication.
■ Staff Placed in Each Area for a Secure Support System
In large-scale events, challenges such as "difficulty starting a conversation" or "ending without talking to anyone" are often seen. In this event, staff are placed in each area to support the creation of conversation triggers and facilitate progress. This creates an environment where even first-time participants can join with peace of mind.
■ Held at High-Quality Venues Also Used for International Exchange
The Osaka venue offers an open location, while the Nagoya venue features a dignified and sophisticated interior, creating an extraordinary atmosphere. Furthermore, the event is held in two parts, day and night. The charm of enjoying interaction in different atmospheres depending on the time of day—casual in the afternoon and more romantic at night—gently supports everyone's new first step.
### Event Details
#### ▼Osaka Event: Gran Cube Osaka (Osaka International Convention Center)
- Schedule: May 24, 2026 (Sun) 14:30~ / 18:00~
- Number of participants: Max 100 per session
- Participation fee: Men: 7,900 yen / Women: 5,900 yen
- Target age: 14:30~ (30s/40s), 18:00~ (20s/30s)
- Application deadline: May 24, 2026 (Sun) 14:00 / 17:30 (First-come, first-served)
- Detail URL: https://www.partyparty.jp/party-detail/pid1731694 / https://www.partyparty.jp/party-detail/pid1731695
#### ▼Nagoya Event: Nagoya City Archives
- Schedule: May 30, 2026 (Sat) 13:00~ / 16:30~
- Number of participants: Max 100 per session
- Participation fee: Men: 6,900 yen / Women: 2,500 yen
- Application deadline: May 30, 2026 (Sat) 12:30 / 16:00 (First-come, first-served)
- Detail URL: https://www.partyparty.jp/party-detail/pid1726693 / https://www.partyparty.jp/party-detail/pid1726694
### About IBJ Matching
A matchmaking service operated by IBJ Inc., listed on the TSE Prime Market. It achieves one of the industry's highest matching rates through a wide variety of events, from one-on-one private lounge talks to love-hunting mystery solving and hobby-themed parties. Staff who have cleared high standards through customer service training and role-playing are involved in operations, aiming for improved satisfaction (and thus improved matching).
Official Website: https://www.partyparty.jp/
IBJ Inc. (CEO: Kenjiro Tsuchiya, Head Office: Shinjuku, Tokyo, Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime: 6071), which boasts the highest number of marriages in Japan, operates the matchmaking party service "IBJ Matching." It will host the "IBJ LOVE POWER FES" love-hunting event in Osaka on May 24 (Sun) and Nagoya on May 30 (Sat), 2026. As "high-quality in-person interaction" is being re-evaluated following the pandemic, the event will introduce a "circuit format" different from traditional buffet styles to create a new place for encounters aimed at resolving Japan's declining marriage rates.
### Program and Content
This event, held in two parts (day and night) with a total of up to 200 participants, is a "festival experience" that goes beyond traditional matchmaking parties. The venue is divided into four areas, where all participants experience two types of zones: the "Talk Theme Zone," which fosters deep conversation, and the "Mission Zone," where distance is shortened through game-like activities. By adopting a unique "circuit format," it prevents the "incomplete combustion" common in large-scale events where people only talk to specific individuals, providing a variety of encounters.
### Highlights
■ First Introduction of the "Circuit Format" to Update Traditional Large-Scale Events
While previous large-scale events mainly consisted of buffet parties or group talks, this event introduces the "circuit format" for the first time, where participants enjoy interacting while moving through multiple themed areas. By preparing different productions for each area, conversation triggers are naturally created. This reduces the psychological burden of "what to talk about next" and balances the excitement of a large-scale event with deep individual communication.
■ Staff Placed in Each Area for a Secure Support System
In large-scale events, challenges such as "difficulty starting a conversation" or "ending without talking to anyone" are often seen. In this event, staff are placed in each area to support the creation of conversation triggers and facilitate progress. This creates an environment where even first-time participants can join with peace of mind.
■ Held at High-Quality Venues Also Used for International Exchange
The Osaka venue offers an open location, while the Nagoya venue features a dignified and sophisticated interior, creating an extraordinary atmosphere. Furthermore, the event is held in two parts, day and night. The charm of enjoying interaction in different atmospheres depending on the time of day—casual in the afternoon and more romantic at night—gently supports everyone's new first step.
### Event Details
#### ▼Osaka Event: Gran Cube Osaka (Osaka International Convention Center)
- Schedule: May 24, 2026 (Sun) 14:30~ / 18:00~
- Number of participants: Max 100 per session
- Participation fee: Men: 7,900 yen / Women: 5,900 yen
- Target age: 14:30~ (30s/40s), 18:00~ (20s/30s)
- Application deadline: May 24, 2026 (Sun) 14:00 / 17:30 (First-come, first-served)
- Detail URL: https://www.partyparty.jp/party-detail/pid1731694 / https://www.partyparty.jp/party-detail/pid1731695
#### ▼Nagoya Event: Nagoya City Archives
- Schedule: May 30, 2026 (Sat) 13:00~ / 16:30~
- Number of participants: Max 100 per session
- Participation fee: Men: 6,900 yen / Women: 2,500 yen
- Application deadline: May 30, 2026 (Sat) 12:30 / 16:00 (First-come, first-served)
- Detail URL: https://www.partyparty.jp/party-detail/pid1726693 / https://www.partyparty.jp/party-detail/pid1726694
### About IBJ Matching
A matchmaking service operated by IBJ Inc., listed on the TSE Prime Market. It achieves one of the industry's highest matching rates through a wide variety of events, from one-on-one private lounge talks to love-hunting mystery solving and hobby-themed parties. Staff who have cleared high standards through customer service training and role-playing are involved in operations, aiming for improved satisfaction (and thus improved matching).
Official Website: https://www.partyparty.jp/