A few facts about Kuma
- About 7,400 people live in Kuma.
- It's part of Ehime.
- Tokyo, the largest city in Japan, is about 661 km away.
- For a bigger city, Shinagawa is about 10 km away.
- Towns nearby: Matsuyama (24 km), Saijō (39 km) and Imabari (47 km).
Dating by city / Japan / Ehime / Kuma
Meet people in Kuma
Looking for a date, something serious or new friends in Kuma? Create a profile and you could be the first local on this page.
Where to meet in Kuma
From Kuma it is perfectly normal to suggest meeting in a bigger town nearby. People here do it all the time, and neither of you has to worry about running into the neighbours.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Dating in Kuma: questions and answers
Who can I meet near Kuma?
More than 1.5 million people live within 50 km of Kuma, in 18 towns and cities including Matsuyama, Shinagawa and Imabari. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Kuma?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Kuma or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Kuma real people?
YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I date someone from outside Kuma?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.