Four famous Japanese entertainment districts

2023-10-10
For foreign visitors to Japan, we introduce four famous Japanese adult entertainment district. The recommended adult entertainment district are Susukino, Yoshiwara, Kanazuen, and Nakasu, each with different characteristics. The history of each entertainment district is also introduced.
2023-10-10

You may be interested in enjoying the atmosphere and the services offered in some of Japan’s famous adult entertainment districts.

There are several adult entertainment districts in Japan throughout the country, and each area has different characteristics, so even if the type of business is the same, the way to enjoy them is different.

In conclusion, the recommended adult entertainment districts in Japan are Susukino, Yoshiwara, Kanazuen, and Nakasu.
In this article, we will explain the characteristics and history of the famous adult entertainment districts in each area of Japan.
If you are having trouble choosing a brothel, please take a look.

Susukino, Hokkaido’s largest entertainment district

Hokkaido’s largest entertainment district is Susukino, located in the city of Sapporo.
The neon district with its famous Nikka Whiskey sign is synonymous with Susukino.

Here we will look at the characteristics and history of Susukino’s adult entertainment.

Location and features of Susukino

Susukino is one of the three major entertainment districts in Japan, along with Kabukicho in Tokyo and Nakasu in Fukuoka Prefecture.
It contains a variety of restaurants, including izakaya (Japanese-style pubs), ramen shops, and bars, where visitors can enjoy Hokkaido’s famous Genghis Khan and a wide variety of seafood.

There are also many types of adult entertainment establishments, such as soaplands and fashion health clubs, so you will have a hard time choosing the right one.
The girls in the brothels are also varied, ranging from young girls to married women and mature women, so you can meet the type of girl that suits your taste.

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History of Susukino

The history of Susukino, one of the best entertainment districts in Japan, began when carpenters and craftsmen came to Sapporo with the resumption of construction of the Sapporo Main Office during the Meiji period.
With the resumption of construction, the business of “iimori,” a restaurant with rental rooms and prostitutes targeting construction workers, spread and flourished.

Sapporo then developed steadily, but in 1920, the brothels were relocated to Shiroishi due to population growth and the expansion of the urban area.
After the relocation, cafes, bars, and other eating and drinking establishments opened in the brothels, laying the foundation for the current neon district.

Yoshiwara, one of the best entertainment districts in Japan

It would not be an exaggeration to say that Yoshiwara is Japan’s largest entertainment district.
Yoshiwara specializes in soaplands and is lined with many stores.

Here, we explain the characteristics and history of Yoshiwara.

Location and Characteristics of Yoshiwara

As mentioned earlier, Yoshiwara is an area specializing in soaplands, with about 100 establishments operating in the area, ranging from budget to high-end establishments.
Yoshiwara is located in Taito Ward, Tokyo, and is only a 15-minute walk from Sensoji Temple in Asakusa.

Yoshiwara is characterized by the fact that it is home to active porn stars.
If you see an actress working in a soapland that you have only seen on film, you will probably want to go there just once.

When using Yoshiwara, please note that since there are only soaplands, you cannot use delicatessen or men’s esthetic clinics.

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History of Yoshiwara

The beginnings of Yoshiwara, one of the most prominent entertainment districts in Japan, date back to the Edo period.

The Tokugawa Shogunate allowed the establishment of brothels in major Japanese cities, and Yoshiwara was established in Edo, now Tokyo.
Yoshiwara was originally located in Nihonbashi, but was destroyed by the Great Mereki Fire of 1657, after which it was relocated to its current location.

The Anti-Prostitution Law of 1958 abolished the brothels, after which Yoshiwara was transformed into a soap district, where it remains to this day.

Kanazien, an entertainment district with a long history

Kanazuen is a adult entertainment  district located in Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture, and is known as a place of good luck, as many areas in Gifu City have “gold” in their place names.

Here, we explain the characteristics and history of Kanazuen, one of the best entertainment districts in the Chubu area.

Location and features of Kanazien

Kanazien is known as one of the “three major soap towns in Japan” along with Yoshiwara in Tokyo and Yukin in Shiga.
Gifu City is close to Nagoya City in Aichi Prefecture, approximately 20 minutes by local train, and Kanazuen is located a 3-minute walk from the south exit of Gifu Station, making it an easy access point.

The number of soapland establishments in Kanazien is about 40, making it one of the largest in the region, so you can take your time in selecting a place to enjoy your visit.
There is a wide range of soaplands from budget to high-end, so you can find the one that suits your taste while consulting with your wallet.

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History of Kanazuen

Kanazuen began as far back as the Meiji Era (1868-1912), when the Kanazu Yugaku was established in Kamikano Village in accordance with the “Regulations for the Regulation of the Regulation of the Rental Sitting of Prostitutes” enacted in 1888.
Later, Kanazu Yugaku was moved to Yanagigase, Gifu City, but was forced to move again due to the construction of a military factory in Yanagigase during World War II.

After the war, in 1950, the brothels were all relocated to the current area, and the area developed into one of the leading soap towns in Japan.
At the time of the relocation, the size of each store was standardized to 63 tsubo.
Although the size of the area is not restricted today, most stores keep the same size due to the remnants of those days.

Nakasu, Kyushu’s top class entertainment district


Some people may think of “Nakasu” as one of the best entertainment districts in Kyushu.

Because of its proximity to Hakata Station, it is also famous as a nightlife district, where you can enjoy Hakata’s gourmet food and play to your heart’s content at the adult entertainment shops.

Here, we will explain about Nakasu, one of the best entertainment districts in Kyushu.

Nakasu Location and Characteristics

Nakasu is known as one of the three major downtown areas in Japan along with Kabukicho and Susukino.

Located just one train stop away from Hakata Station, Nakasu is easily accessible, making it a place where visitors to Fukuoka for sightseeing purposes can fully enjoy themselves from the day they arrive.
In addition to the entertainment district, there are many bars and cabarets where you can enjoy Hakata’s gourmet food and have a good time drinking with the girls.

There is a store-type health club in Nakasu, but it is called “Tokuyoku (special bathhouse)” by the locals, so first-time visitors to Nakasu should be careful not to mistake it for a soapland.

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History of Nakasu

Nakasu began in 1600 when Nagamasa Kuroda of the Fukuoka domain built a bridge across the Naka River that runs between “Fukuoka,” a town of samurai, and “Hakata,” a town of townspeople, when he built Fukuoka Castle.

In the Meiji era (1868-1912), electric light companies and telephone stations were established in Nakasu, and in the Taisho era (1912-1926), movie theaters and bars were built, and the area developed into a prosperous downtown area.

Although Nakasu was severely damaged in the Fukuoka air raid of 1945, movie theaters and theaters were restored soon after the war.
After that, snack bars and cabarets opened, and with the postwar reconstruction, Nakasu returned to its original lively atmosphere, which continues to this day.

The location of stalls in entertainment districts is regulated by law.

Locations where adult entertainment establishments can open stores are determined by law, and they cannot be opened anywhere.

When opening a store in an entertainment district, the “zoning district” defined by the City Planning Law is involved, and is classified into the following three types.

Residential area
Commercial district
Industrial zones

In the above, adult entertainment shops are allowed to open in areas classified as “commercial areas” and “industrial areas”.

In addition to the zoning, the store must also be located within a 100m radius of a “protected facility” as defined by the Entertainment Establishments Control Law.
Protected facilities include schools, libraries, hospitals, etc. Therefore, there are no adult entertainment establishments near schools or in residential areas.

Due to the above circumstances, there may be no sex stores in urban areas.
Care should be taken when looking for adult entertainment shops.

summary

There are various famous entertainment districts in Japan, among which “Susukino,” “Yoshiwara,” “Kanazien,” and “Nakasu” are particularly popular areas.

Since each area has different characteristics, such as brothels specializing in soap lands and brothels with stores of various genres, you can enjoy a variety of entertainment options.
City Haven Traveler allows you to search for stores in famous adult entertainment  districts in Japan.

Click here to search for adult entertainment shops in Susukino
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Click here to search for adult entertainment shops in  Kanazien
Click here to search for adult entertainment shops in Nakasu

Enjoy your adult entertainment life in the adult entertainment shops you are interested in by referring to this article.

【Q&A】

Q.Where is the recommended entertainment district?
A.We especially recommend “Susukino”, “Yoshihara”, “Kanazuen” and “Nakasu”, which are famous adult entertainment districts in Japan.

Q.What are the requirements for opening a adult entertainment shops in Japan?
A.You cannot open a store in a “residential district” among the “zoning districts” defined by the City Planning Law, and there must be no “protected facilities” defined by the Entertainment Establishments Control Law within a radius of 100m from your store.

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