Tokyo plans to launch an official dating app some time this summer, which will require proof of singlehood, income verification, and an interview to join.
Going to resolve NO unless any arguments against it.
https://news.ntv.co.jp/category/society/15f8380d0b6c4145b968d8b7084e42d5 says there have been "over 12000" applicants in the end of Nov since the release in September. Could not find any articles saying that it has taken off.
As of today, Android app shows "1K+" downloads, which indicates less than 10K. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.lg.tokyo.aimatching
App webpage says applications will not be processed over the holidays: "During the holidays, you will not be able to reply to your membership number, email, or confirm your documents. Year-end January 4, 2025 ( Sat ) We will respond more sequentially." https://www.futari-story.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/ai-matching/