In fact, the Chinese are so committed to the day they celebrate it twice. There’s qixi, China’s equivalent to Valentine’s Day, which takes place in August, as well as the global version coming up on Saturday. Both are embraced with gusto by couples across the country.
In the spirit of the season, we’ve put together a tongue-in-cheek guide to getting a date in China that also aims to shed a little light on the pursuit of love in the Middle Kingdom.
1) Head to a park. They’re a real-life Tinder
–
8) If you still feel unsure, call up a love guru
Do not despair — there are now love gurus in China, who, taking their cue from American TV show “The Game,” will offer men advice on how to successfully chat up women. Walk slightly in front and to the side of the person you wish to court — that’s just one tip taught in these classes. Other jewels include dressing better and spending less on the object of your affection (yes, you read that correctly).
