This article explores the Japanese views on love, which differ from the Western view. It looks at the historical context of love in Japan, cultural norms and attitudes towards it, the role of religion in Japanese beliefs about love, popular representations of it in Japan, and modern views on the subject. It is found that public displays of affection are generally frowned upon due to traditional values emphasizing modesty and restraint. Religion also plays an important role in shaping attitudes towards love and relationships with Buddhism traditionally being influential. Popular culture often portrays idealized versions of romantic relationships which can shape expectations among young people. Modern views focus more heavily on individualism than traditional values like loyalty or devotion. Ultimately, both historical and modern day Japanese believe strongly within their hearts and souls about true everlasting unconditional loving romances.