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Originally Posted by Gramzon
"hostess bars"?
is that some kind of prostitute bar?
i think ill stay away from those places, know any names on places i should stay away from in tokyo?
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It is a uniquely Japanese thing. Imagine paying prostitute prices for just having a nice conversation with a pretty lady.
Foreigners shouldn't worry too much about hostess bars. There are plenty of "normal" places to get drinks. Foreigners aren't usually targeted for Japanese hostess bars, as the owners know tourists aren't going to want to pay their outrageous prices. However, they foreign businessmen (with business credit cards) can be targeted, especially by SE Asian and Chinese hostesses. Just say "No thank you" and keep walking.
Overall, it's nothing to lose any sleep over.