Such meetings often take place in the restaurant of a posh hotel. The go-between is present, usually along with representatives from both families. It is not uncommon for a woman to have 10 or more such introductions before she finds the man she wants to marry. The young man and woman make the final decision about marriage between themselves, though they seek the advice and approval of their parents and their go-between. The divorce rate for arranged marriages in Japan is lower than for love marriages.
Activities Think about the Japanese system of arranged marriage.
Pretend you live in Japan. Make up an information package about yourself, as described above, to present to a go-between. Take a class survey.