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02-10-2008, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Rogozhin View Post
You can, though it would be quite unusual (something I'd never do). I have noticed some people bring in small towels (like, handtowels) to conceal their private bits.
Yeah, no one wears shorts, it would be looked at as extremely strange. But a strategically placed hand towel is ok. Remember, the Japanese are used to nudity, so unless you are extraordinary in some regard, you probably won't get more than some initial glances or momentary stares to satisfy curiosity, and then they'll relax.


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