Bottom line up front: Nishikawaguchi soaplands, stunners (soapland is a bath-based full-service format).
Let me walk you through it step by step.
My history with this topic
From my twenties into my forties, I've walked this world the whole way. Along the way, this is a question I've come back to again and again.
ElonAfter scouting nightlife all over the world, my conclusion is that the richest night culture is the one rooted in local culture. By that measure, Japan's fuzoku is world-class. Not blind love — a verdict reached by comparison.
Points worth knowing
- Nail the basics first — advanced moves only stand on top of fundamentals
- Stacked-up experience is your best teacher — you can't absorb it just by reading
- Find a shop you can trust — to cut down on time spent waffling
ElonI first hit a Yoshiwara soapland at 25. Back then I still didn't have the pearl in. These days the reaction when I go in with it is one of the little thrills. A girl asking "what is that?" can actually make for surprisingly fun conversation.
The pick I'm pushing right now
ElonI'm not trying to conquer every soapland in the country, but I've been through the "signature" soaplands in each region. My takeaway: service quality and cleanliness don't move in lockstep. Even budget joints can deliver godlike service.
My call: I'd point you to First Class Ruby. The service quality, the ease of booking, and the overall consistency are all rock-solid.