Been thinking about visiting Japan and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to the Philippines?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Language barrier in Japan
Started by BayAreaBob · 2 Mar 2026 · 2305 views
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Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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I was there in March and prices were great value.
Spent about $53/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: avoid weekends.
Spent about $53/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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How does it compare to Thailand?
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at clubs?
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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