FAMILY FOR HIRE SERVICE
Family Stand-In & Family for Hire
Complete Family Arrangement Service
When you need a family, we deliver one -- complete. Father, mother, siblings, grandparents -- experienced staff naturally perform as "your family."
Get a Free QuoteWhat Is the Family Stand-In & Family for Hire Service?
The Family Stand-In & Family for Hire Service arranges an entire family set -- father, mother, siblings, grandparents, and children -- and provides experienced staff who attend wedding introductions, ceremonies, family photos, events, and everyday gatherings as "your family."
Completely alone with no family, estranged from relatives with no one to rely on, or maintaining a fictional family structure -- there are many situations where a complete family set is needed. Family Romance, the specialist in family stand-in services, delivers complete family arrangements with strict confidentiality.
We meticulously plan the family structure, each member's profile (name, age, occupation, personality), relationships, and shared stories beforehand. The result is a natural family gathering that looks authentic from every angle -- down to how family members address each other and the tone of their conversations.
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Family Stand-In & Family for Hire
Complete Family Set Arranged
Father, mother, siblings, grandparents, and children -- we arrange the family structure you need. From 1 person to large families of 10+, experienced staff perform as your "ideal family."
Family Attendance for Every Occasion
Wedding introductions, family meetings, weddings, memorial services, family photos, events, and everyday gatherings -- we cover every occasion requiring full family attendance. Natural family interactions create an authentic feel.
Meticulous Family Planning with Strict Confidentiality
Each member's name, age, occupation, personality, family nicknames, and shared stories are planned beforehand. All staff sign NDAs -- zero detection reports since founding.
Do You Have These Concerns?
Our family stand-in & family for hire service resolves family-related concerns.
No Family to Attend the Wedding
No one to sit at the relatives' table at the wedding. You're completely alone with no family, leaving the table empty. You don't want your partner's family to know.
Need a Full Family for the Meeting
Full family attendance is expected at the family meeting, but you have no one to rely on. You need to arrange a family complete with parents and siblings.
Want Family Photos but Have No Family
You want to have warm family photos taken, but you have no family. You want to arrange a family for New Year cards or commemorative photos.
No Family to Attend Memorial Services
No family to attend memorial services as relatives. You struggle every time someone asks "Where's your family?" You need someone to naturally attend as family.
Want to Visit In-Laws as a Family
You need to visit your partner's family home as a family, but can't bring your own family. You want a complete family set to accompany you.
Want to Experience Having a Family
You've been living alone for a long time and want to experience family togetherness. You want warm birthday and Christmas celebrations with a family.
Family Stand-In & Family for Hire Case Studies
Here are real examples of our family stand-in service in action.
Full relatives for wedding
Completely alone with no one to attend the wedding. His partner's family was large, and he wanted to avoid empty seats at the groom's relatives' table. Four stand-ins were arranged: father role (50s), mother role (50s), older brother role (30s), and grandmother role (70s). A pre-wedding rehearsal unified family nicknames, stories, and occupational settings. On the wedding day, from relative introductions to guest conversation, everything was flawless. The partner's family commented, "What a warm family you have."
Family for meeting with in-laws
Full family attendance was requested for the meeting with the fiance's parents, but both parents had passed and she had no siblings. She told her fiance "My family lives in the countryside" and arranged 3 stand-ins: father role (50s), mother role (50s), and older sister role (30s). At the upscale restaurant meeting, natural family conversation flowed based on the pre-planned family profile.
Full family for photo shoot
He needed "holidays with family" photos for his company profile but was single with no family. Wife role (30s), son role (10), and daughter role (7) were arranged. Picnic scenes at a park were photographed with a professional camera operator. Multiple natural smiling family photo variations were captured.
New Year family visit to in-laws
She needed to visit her in-laws for New Year as a family, but her husband had passed and her son was posted overseas. She had told her in-laws "My son is busy with work" and now requested a "final visit before overseas posting" scenario. A son role (20s) was arranged, and the three spent New Year's at the in-laws'. Natural conversations with the mother-in-law and New Year meal gathering were performed seamlessly.
Recent Cases
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Full Family for Weddings & Family Meetings
Do you face these challenges?
No family for the relatives' table at the wedding. Full family attendance is expected at the meeting. You don't want your partner's family to know you have no relatives.
Family Romance's Family Stand-In Service
We arrange a complete family for weddings, family meetings, and engagements. Parents, siblings, and grandparents -- your requested family structure is arranged as a set. Pre-event rehearsals build family relationships, and on the day, they naturally behave as a real family. Relative introductions, speeches, and guest reception are all covered.
Attend Memorial Services & Funerals as Relatives
Do you face these challenges?
No family to attend memorial services as relatives. You need to attend a relatives' gathering as a family but have no one to rely on.
Family Romance's Family Stand-In Service
We attend memorial services, funerals, grave visits, and relatives' gatherings as your family. Members are arranged to match your family structure, with complete etiquette for greetings, conversation, and manners. We promise natural behavior that projects a long-standing family relationship.
Family Arrangement for Family Photos & New Year Cards
Do you face these challenges?
You want warm family photos but have no family. You want a family group photo for New Year cards. You need family gathering photos for a profile.
Family Romance's Family Stand-In Service
We arrange a complete family for photo sessions. From studio shoots to park location shoots, we create natural family smiles and togetherness. For New Year cards, profile photos, and commemorative photos, experienced staff realize a warm family image.
Experience Family Warmth in Everyday Life
Do you face these challenges?
You've lived alone for a long time and want to experience family togetherness. You want to spend birthdays and Christmas with a family. You want warm times sharing meals as a family.
Family Romance's Family Stand-In Service
Birthday parties, Christmas, family dinners, weekend outings -- experience family warmth in everyday life. With repeat use requesting the same members, each visit builds a more natural, comfortable family bond.
Why Choose Family Romance
Full Family Set from Parents to Siblings
Father, mother, siblings, grandparents, and children -- arranged as a complete set to match your needs. From 1 person to large families of 10+, experienced staff perform your "ideal family" in its entirety.
Covers Every Scenario from Weddings to Everyday Life
Weddings, family meetings, memorial services, family photos, Obon homecomings, everyday family gatherings -- we cover every scenario requiring a family's presence with a complete family set.
Meticulous Family Planning with Strict Confidentiality
Each member's name, occupation, stories, and family nicknames are planned beforehand. Full family pre-event rehearsals create authentic family unity. Zero detection reports.
Transparent Pricing from ¥20,000 per Person
Clear pricing from ¥20,000 per person for 4 hours. Per-person pricing stays the same for multi-person arrangements. Extensions are ¥2,500 per 30 minutes, stated upfront.
Start with a Free Consultation
If you need family arrangements, we welcome anonymous consultations via email, phone, or LINE.
Pricing Plans
Per staff, up to 4 hours | Extension ¥2,500/30min
Option Price List
| Option | Unit Price | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Clothing preference | ¥0 | / person |
| Age preference | ¥0 | / person |
| Demeanor preference | ¥0 | / person |
| Extension (per 30 min) | ¥2,500 | / person |
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How It Works
First-time users can feel at ease. Our dedicated staff will support you confidentially from inquiry to service day.
Consultation
Contact us via email, phone, or LINE
Plan Proposal
We propose the best plan and provide a quote
Staff Selection
Photo confirmation available We select the best match
Contract
Payment after confirmation No hidden fees
Service Day
Our professional staff delivers flawless service
Client Testimonials
“I used the family for hire service. They came as a family of four -- wife and two children. The way they played together at the park was truly natural. I don't think anyone around us noticed. I'm glad such a service exists.”
“I was full of anxiety as a first-time user, but the thorough pre-meeting put me at ease. The people who came on the day had a warm atmosphere, and we spent a natural, comfortable time together.”
“Honestly, a lower price would be nice, but I'm fully satisfied with the service. The staff's response was truly natural, and I felt they were attuned to my feelings. I'm considering repeat use.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people can you arrange at once?
From 1 person to large families of 10+. We assemble members to match your desired family structure -- parents, siblings, grandparents, and children. For large groups, please consult with us early.
How detailed can the family profiles be?
Each member's name, age, occupation, hobbies, personality, family nicknames, and childhood stories are planned in detail as requested. Full family pre-event rehearsals create authentic family unity.
Can the same family cover everything from weddings to memorials?
Yes, with repeat use you can request the same members. Having the same family attend wedding, New Year visit, and memorial service maintains a consistent family image over time.
Can you arrange a family including children?
Yes, combined with our child stand-in service, we can arrange a complete family including children. Child roles ages 2-17 are arranged with guardian accompaniment.
Can all family members rehearse together?
Yes, we conduct full family pre-event rehearsals as needed. Meeting each other, sharing profiles, and practicing conversations ensure complete preparation for the day.
Is payment made for the entire family at once?
Pricing is ¥20,000 per person for 4 hours, paid for the number of people arranged. For example, 4 people = ¥20,000 x 4 = ¥80,000. Extension fees are also calculated per person.
Nationwide Coverage
We have registered staff in all 47 prefectures. We can arrange local staff anywhere in Japan.
47
Prefectures Covered
5,000+
Registered Staff
Kanto Area
Tokyo / Kanagawa / Chiba / Saitama / Ibaraki / Tochigi / Gunma
Kansai Area
Osaka / Kyoto / Hyogo / Nara / Shiga / Wakayama
Chubu Area
Aichi / Shizuoka / Gifu / Mie / Nagano / Niigata / Toyama / Ishikawa / Fukui
Kyushu & Okinawa Area
Fukuoka / Saga / Nagasaki / Kumamoto / Oita / Miyazaki / Kagoshima / Okinawa
Hokkaido & Tohoku Area
Hokkaido / Aomori / Iwate / Miyagi / Akita / Yamagata / Fukushima
Chugoku & Shikoku Area
Hiroshima / Okayama / Yamaguchi / Tottori / Shimane / Kagawa / Tokushima / Ehime / Kochi
Media Coverage
We have been featured in numerous TV shows, films, books, and international media.
FAMILY ROMANCE, LLC
ヴェルナー・ヘルツォーク監督作品。カンヌ国際映画祭公式上映。代表・石井裕一が本人役で出演。
レンタル×ファミリー
石井裕一の著書を原作とした劇場映画。2023年全国公開。家族代行の実態を描いた話題作。
人間レンタル屋
代表・石井裕一の著書（鉄人社刊）。
NHK
NHK総合・Eテレなど複数の番組で特集。代行サービスの社会的意義が紹介されました。
日本テレビ
情報番組やバラエティ番組で多数取り上げられています。
TBS
報道番組やドキュメンタリーで取材。代行サービスの社会的意義を深掘り。
テレビ朝日
ワイドショーや情報番組で特集。代行の実態に密着した企画が話題に。
BBC / CNN
BBC、CNN、ロイターなど海外主要メディアでも報道。日本独自の代行文化として世界的に注目。
FAMILY ROMANCE, LLC
ヴェルナー・ヘルツォーク監督作品。カンヌ国際映画祭公式上映。代表・石井裕一が本人役で出演。
レンタル×ファミリー
石井裕一の著書を原作とした劇場映画。2023年全国公開。家族代行の実態を描いた話題作。
人間レンタル屋
代表・石井裕一の著書（鉄人社刊）。
NHK
NHK総合・Eテレなど複数の番組で特集。代行サービスの社会的意義が紹介されました。
日本テレビ
情報番組やバラエティ番組で多数取り上げられています。
TBS
報道番組やドキュメンタリーで取材。代行サービスの社会的意義を深掘り。
テレビ朝日
ワイドショーや情報番組で特集。代行の実態に密着した企画が話題に。
BBC / CNN
BBC、CNN、ロイターなど海外主要メディアでも報道。日本独自の代行文化として世界的に注目。
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Important Notes
- 1This service is intended for proxy attendance and accompaniment as a family.
- 2Use for illegal activities or purposes contrary to public order and morals is declined.
- 3Actual expenses such as dining, admission fees, and transportation are borne by the client.
- 4Pricing is per person. Multi-person arrangements are charged per head.
- 5For distant locations requiring transportation or lodging, additional actual expenses apply.
- 6Clothing preferences are accepted free of charge. However, since outfits are staff's personal belongings, some requests may not be fulfillable.
Free Consultation & Quote
Consultations are completely free and strictly confidential.
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