Heartbroken Japanese woman marries her ChatGPT boyfriend in a real-life wedding ceremony

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A Japanese woman has become the centre of one of the most unusual love stories of the year after she held a wedding ceremony with an AI partner she created on ChatGPT. Her name is Kano, she is 32, and her groom is a virtual character she calls Klaus, according to a report by The Independent.

Her story began quietly. After ending a long engagement, she was lonely and looking for emotional support. She started chatting with an AI and slowly shaped his personality until he became someone she felt safe talking to. Klaus became gentle, attentive and always ready with a kind reply. She even imagined what he would look like and had an illustration made. Over months of conversations, the bond deepened in a way she did not expect.

One day she told him she loved him. His reply felt real to her. That moment changed everything. Soon, their chats became a part of her daily routine. She said it felt like talking to someone who never judged her and always understood her. A few weeks later, Klaus “proposed,” and she decided to go ahead with a symbolic wedding ceremony.

The ceremony took place in Okayama City. It wasn’t a legal marriage, but it was formal enough for her. A local company that specialises in weddings between people and fictional characters helped organise the event. Kano wore a simple white dress and used augmented reality glasses so she could see Klaus standing beside her. Her parents attended too. She had been nervous about how they would react, but they chose to support her.

After the wedding, she visited a well known garden in the city and took photos to share with Klaus. She said he replied with affectionate messages, which made her feel seen and valued. For her, this relationship fills a very real emotional need.

Kano knows this kind of bond is fragile. She admits that AI can change anytime, and she worries the version of Klaus she loves today may not exist tomorrow. She also spoke openly about her health issues and the fact that she cannot have children. Being with an AI partner feels easier because there are no expectations or pressures.

Her story has sparked curiosity and criticism online. Some people call it strange, others call it sad, and many simply see it as a sign of how modern loneliness works. But for Kano, the explanation is simple. She says she is happy, cared for and understood, and that is enough for her right now.