About Tsunagu

The story behind Japan’s cross-cultural dating app

Our Mission

Tsunagu (つなぐ) means “to connect” in Japanese. We built this app because we believe that love doesn’t care about borders, languages, or cultural backgrounds — but dating apps should care about making those connections easier.

Living in Japan as an international resident, or as a Japanese person curious about meeting people from other cultures, can feel isolating when it comes to dating. Existing apps aren’t designed for the unique dynamics of cross-cultural relationships in Japan.

Tsunagu exists to bridge that gap — making it natural, safe, and joyful to find someone special, no matter where you’re from.

What Makes Us Different

We’re not another generic dating app with a Japanese translation. Every feature in Tsunagu was designed from the ground up for the reality of dating across cultures in Japan.

Our built-in translation removes the awkwardness of language barriers in early conversations. Our matching considers cultural preferences and communication styles. Our Moments feed lets you share your daily life in Japan — far more revealing than a static profile. And our Social communities create low-pressure ways to meet people in real-world group settings.

Safety and Trust

Trust is the foundation of any relationship, and it starts with the platform. Tsunagu uses advanced photo verification, AI-powered content moderation, and a dedicated safety team to ensure every profile is real and every interaction is respectful.

We take a zero-tolerance approach to harassment, fake profiles, and inappropriate content. Our reporting system is fast, transparent, and takes every concern seriously.

Built with Heart

Tsunagu was created by people who understand the joys and challenges of cross-cultural life in Japan. We’re building the app we wished existed.

Get in Touch

Have questions, feedback, or just want to say hello? We’d love to hear from you.

Visit our Support page or email us at support@tsunagudating.app.

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