A Japanese Romeo has been arrested for dating as many as 35 women at the same time to swindle birthday gifts and cards.

Takashi Miyagawa, 39, a part-time worker of no fixed abode from the Japanese region of Kansai, was arrested for defrauding 35 women he pretended to be serious about.

In one case, the Japanese Romeo told a 47-year-old lover that his birthday was 22nd February when it was actually 13th November.

Another victim, 40, said he told her his birthday was in July while a 35-year-old woman said she thought it was April.

According to SoraNews24, the total number of victims stands at 35 with the possibility of more coming forwards.

Combined, they accuse Miyagawa of swindling them out of JPY 100,000 (GBP 665) of birthday presents, clothes, and cash.

The suspect met his victims while working for a marketing company selling hydrogen water showerheads and other products.

He reportedly targeted single women and began each relationship with the suggestion that marriage would be on the cards.

However, the women ended up forming a victims’ association and reported Miyagawa to the police in February.

The investigation continues.