Taking a trip next Fall.
 

I plan on going to Tokyo for 2 weeks to a month next fall depending on my funds. I'm mainly going for sightseeing, shopping, and the arcades that I so wish we had in the US.
What I want to know is, whats the age limit for smoking and if I'm under the age limit, will I most likely be IDed at the counter?
I hear your not IDed at most bars but wondered about my beloved nicotine addiction.

I plan on skating a bit there aswell, when the oppurtunity arrises for my to go to a country other then my I own, your damn well better belive I'm going to risk myself a little bit.

I already know where to go to get some H, so that dosen't need to be asked ^//^

About the red light districts, I hear that there are alot of "Japanese Only" signs around there. Are there places that I (A White Male from the US) Go to some of these skanky and risque areas?

Thanks for the help and sorry for the long read.

The age limit for smoking is 20. You will not be able to purchase from vending machines without ID, but can at convenience stores that sell cigs.

I am not into prostitution or paying for sexual favors, so I can't help you with your other part.

Heh, I dont want to give out the wrong idea "this kid is into prostitution and is a horrible person" its just something I was wondering and might experiance while their.
Thanks for the answer on smoking though, helped out alot.

I'm pretty sure just about anyone can go to a Hostess club or a Soapland.

There is an age limit, of course. But I've never heard of a "race limit"

Thanks for the quick reply.
I just find that the shadier areas of a city can end up being the most fun and exciting.

Alanx: Love the location "An arrogant nation" I assume you live in the US?

Eh.

I find it rather shamefull to take the time, money, and effort to visit a such a great nation like Japan, only to skateboard and pick up hookers.

But to each his own, I assume.

Yes, I can tell by your posts you do too.

Oh no no no, thats not all I plan on doing at all, I just wanted more info on it incase the option was given to me and it felt like it was right, and it was one of the few things I couldn't find using the search function!
I plan on climbing up Mt. Fuji and seeing alot of historic scenery.
It sounds like I gave you guys the completely wrong idea ^_^;

Ohhh. I understand, that's better. :p
Where will you be staying?
A hotel in Tokyo for 2 weeks will be extremely, extremely expensive.

Probably a Sakura house as that has been reccomended to me in numerous threads. I dont see myself getting much sleep while I'm there so my sleeping conditions dont need to be top notch, I'll have about $5000 for this trip saved up so I have a bit of spending money ^_^

Sakura houses are often overlooked. I'm surprised to hear that others have recommended them, it seems like I'm the only one who ever mentions them on here. They are a great idea, and great deals. Dunno why people sometimes have negative views on them so much.

And $5000 is about the perfect amount for the plane ticket, 2 weeks in sakura house, all the necessities, and souvenirs. More than enough, actually.