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Starting a marriage agency is low-cost and low-risk! No experience necessary if you enjoy helping others!
Membership fee: 600,000 yen! This is a matchmaking business that provides close support from membership registration to marriage, leveraging the connections of the long-established "Japan Matchmaker Federation," which has been in business for over 45 years, with approximately 750 marriage agencies.
Estimated Startup Cost:Up to ¥1,000,000
Industry:Various Services
In recent years, changes in the environment and connections brought about by the rise of nuclear families and the widespread use of email and social media have led to an increase in the number of people who struggle with communicating with others. Furthermore, due to societal changes, the percentage of people without a romantic partner is increasing year by year (according to the national census). On the other hand, over 80% of people still hope to get married in the future. The need for matchmakers (counselor directors) to support and facilitate relationships for those who struggle with communication but aspire to marry is expected to increase even further in the future.
In Japan, a country abundant in goods and services where people rarely lack anything, finding a business with strong customer needs and wants is challenging. The marriage counseling business, for example, currently only utilizes 1% to 3% of eligible individuals, indicating significant potential for growth through future service expansion.
Furthermore, it's adaptable to the changes brought about by the pandemic, with much of the work possible from home! Customer service can also be conducted using online tools such as Zoom. It's a job that's flexible in terms of time and location, making it an ideal industry to start in.
Anyone can start a marriage agency if they have the desire, but:
- Even if you have potential members who are planning to join, you may not have anyone to introduce them to.
- You may not have a system to manage the introductions.
- You must operate in accordance with the law.
Building a marriage agency on your own requires considerable time and effort.
By joining the Japan Matchmaker Federation, you can use member data, management systems, and legally required documents from the start. This allows you to launch your marriage agency smoothly.
★Starting a business from home is possible for approximately 600,000 yen★
• Franchise fee: 600,000 yen
• Other: 100,000 yen
*The following items are required as "other":
• Business location, meeting space (home-based operation is possible)
• Computer, website, email address, telephone, business cards, flyers, office supplies, lockable cabinet, etc.
*All prices are excluding tax
*Other fees may vary and may not be the most up-to-date. Please be aware of this in advance.
■Example: 5 members / 1 new member / 1 successful marriage
Initial membership fee: 100,000 yen
Monthly membership fee: 50,000 yen (10,000 yen x 5 members)
Matchmaking fee: 100,000 yen (2 meetings per month per person)
Marriage success fee: 300,000 yen
Monthly revenue: 550,000 yen (Annual revenue: 6,600,000 yen)
*Other fees may apply, and this information may not be up-to-date. Please be aware of this in advance.
Main Services After Joining
■ Provision of Member Data
Provision of already registered member data (those seeking a marriage partner)
■ Provision of Dedicated Web System
Provision of a dedicated web system environment for managing member data and arranging matchmaking meetings
■ Contract and Document Support
Provision of necessary legal documents such as summary documents, contracts, and personal information forms required upon joining
■ Introduction of a Dedicated Staff Member System
One dedicated staff member will be assigned to support the consultation room operations.
You can consult them about anything related to your work.
Training and Seminars
■ Basic Training Session
A training session to be taken immediately after opening. You will acquire basic knowledge such as customer acquisition methods and rules.
■ Startup Seminar
A group will be formed with those who joined at the same time, and seminars will be held regularly (5 times a year). This is a continuous training program where you can grow together, sometimes competing and sometimes supporting each other.
Other seminars are also available, such as website design courses.
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