New law means that one of the host club industry’s standard marketing ploys is now illegal.
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New law seeks to address women being pressured into prostitution to pay off host club debt.
Back when she was younger she couldn’t get away from them, so we visit a host club to find out what’s going on.
We chat with the minds behind this specialty store about its unusually uniform niche and learn to appreciate the plain.
Japan’s infamous host shows off his down-to-earth night-time regimen and his luxurious home.
The King of Hosts shows us his daily routine now that he can’t greet his clients…and also tells us who his favorite Love Live! girl is.
The clubs themselves might be closed, but you can still spend time with your favorite host, even if you can’t physically be with him.
Roland also has a “must-have” hangover cure that can be yours for just a little over 100 bucks.
Tokyo’s biggest club district has an all-night sushi joint where the chef is also a working host.
Akaya Kunugi owes it all to his rich “princesses” who spend up to US$35,000 a night on him.
Afternoon, alcohol-free open house provides luxurious backdrops, chance to chat and snap photos with hosts.
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