25.6% of Marital Hunters Say They've Reached Their 'Limit': Naco-do Research Institute Releases Survey on Mental Health in Marriage Hunting
Iromono Inc.'s Naco-do Research Institute released its 2026 survey on marriage hunting. It reports that one in four marriage hunters feels they have reached their limit, and self-understanding scores are directly linked to continuation rates.
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On April 20, 2026, the Naco-do Research Institute, a research organization of Iromono Inc. (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Ryo Yamada), which operates the personal marriage hunting service 'naco-do', announced the results of its '2026 Survey on Mental Health and Marriage Hunting' conducted on 800 single individuals, including 500 currently hunting and 300 who have stopped.
In Part 2 of Vol. 1 of this survey, the institute reports on the correlation between self-understanding, measured by the proprietary index 'Personal Marriage Hunting Score,' and the sense of continuing marriage hunting.
■ Key Findings
1. Self-understanding is Key to Continuation: Based on the 'Personal Marriage Hunting Score,' individuals currently hunting scored an average of 16.82, while those who stopped scored 14.02, showing a difference of 2.80 points.
2. One in Four Feel Marriage Hunting Fatigue: 74.8% of individuals currently hunting feel fatigued, and 25.6% stated they feel they have reached their 'limit' or want to quit.
3. Demand for Self-Analysis Support: In addition to matching services, there is an equal demand for 'support to understand and organize one's inner self.'
Full details are available in the Naco-do Research Institute's note report.
In Part 2 of Vol. 1 of this survey, the institute reports on the correlation between self-understanding, measured by the proprietary index 'Personal Marriage Hunting Score,' and the sense of continuing marriage hunting.
■ Key Findings
1. Self-understanding is Key to Continuation: Based on the 'Personal Marriage Hunting Score,' individuals currently hunting scored an average of 16.82, while those who stopped scored 14.02, showing a difference of 2.80 points.
2. One in Four Feel Marriage Hunting Fatigue: 74.8% of individuals currently hunting feel fatigued, and 25.6% stated they feel they have reached their 'limit' or want to quit.
3. Demand for Self-Analysis Support: In addition to matching services, there is an equal demand for 'support to understand and organize one's inner self.'
Full details are available in the Naco-do Research Institute's note report.
FAQ
How many people feel fatigued during marital hunting?
About 75% of those currently in marital hunting feel fatigue, and 25.6% feel they have reached their limit.
What is the key to continuing marital hunting?
Deepening self-understanding is key. Those with higher scores tend to have higher continuation rates.
What kind of support is sought for marital hunting services?
Support for organizing one's inner self and values is highly sought after, in addition to finding partners.