Japan

Pinsaro (ピンサロ) is short for “pink salon” – essentially Japan’s version of a blowjob bar. These establishments serve up oral sex services (fellatio) in a bar-like setting​. They emerged in the 1960s as a legal loophole around Japan’s strict prostitution laws – since vaginal intercourse for pay is illegal, pink salons offer only oral pleasure, operating in a … Read more

If your love of Japanese adult videos goes beyond casual browsing (and let’s be honest, if you’re here, it does), you’re gonna love this rundown of the best JAV studios in the game. We’ve curated the ultimate cheat-sheet of Japan’s hottest, most twisted, and just plain weird porn studios… complete with all their juicy specialties. … Read more

Looking for ways to meet women in Tokyo? Japan’s capital is the most densely populated city in the world, so there should really be no excuses for not finding yourself a date. However, Japan has a reputation for being a difficult place for foreigners to pick up girls.  In this feature we take a closer … Read more

Fancy getting a XXX delivery right to your door? Because (technically speaking), prostitution is illegal in Japan, the adult entertainment sector offers a creative and unique way to give customers their sexual thrills…legally. From soaplands and fashion clubs to pink boxes and love hotels, the whole country has found ways to exploit loopholes and provide … Read more

Could sex tech solve Japan’s current state of emergency? In 2019 Japan was ranked the nation with the best reputation in the world, scoring highly on quality of life, values, culture and other factors which make up a ‘happiness’ index. It is the third largest country in the world in terms of GDP and is … Read more

When Westerners hear the word geisha, they often picture an exotic blend of elegance and seduction. A kimono-clad beauty pouring sake with a mysterious smile. But this image blurs the line between tradition and taboo, and it often confuses geishas with sex workers or high-end escorts. So, let’s settle the question that’s been whispered in travel … Read more

A Japanese image club (イメクラ or “imekura”) is a type of fantasy-themed sex venue found in Japan, particularly in entertainment districts like Tokyo’s Kabukicho or Osaka’s Minami. Japan has a famously open and liberal attitude towards sex and, particularly, sexual fantasy. Image clubs that appeal to the desires of men looking for something a little different in their experiences … Read more

Ever wondered just how bizarre Japanese porn trends can get? Spoiler alert: the answer is pretty damn weird. Japan is world-famous for its unique culture… and its porn industry is no exception. From tentacle porn and bukkake to face farting and haircut fetishes, Japanese porn is stacked with kinky, quirky, and downright baffling genres that … Read more

Want to buy Japanese porn goods… but don’t actually live in Japan?! Specializing in selling Japanese products to a Western market, J-List offers a unique opportunity to buy from a range of domestic goods. Established over 24 yeas ago, the company can deliver products from inside the country to almost any location in the world. … Read more

Ever wondered what a swingers club in Japan actually looks like? Japan’s sexual culture is legendary, and swinging is no exception. But navigating this scene isn’t as straightforward as simply turning up… there’s a unique set of rules, club types, and house rules to consider. Some of which can be quite blunt: e.g. “No foreigners … Read more

Ever watched a hot JAV clip and found yourself frustrated by all that pixelated censorship? Yeah, you’re not alone! One of the quirkiest (and sometimes downright confusing) aspects of Japanese porn is the strict censorship rules around showing genitalia. Even though Japan has a booming adult entertainment industry worth billions, its porn is still famously, … Read more

Want to know why Japan is concerned about the libidos of its younger generation? The under 30s in Japan are being accused of not having enough sex as a way to explain the country’s rapidly shrinking population. Already fallen by 1.5 million in the last decade, predictions on the nations coupling, birth rates and aging … Read more

Have you heard about the silky thrills of the Tokyo soaplands? Typically Japanese in style, these popular venues cater to a variety of men from office workers to sex tourists. Usually open from early morning until late at night, soaplands in Tokyo offer a chance to relax and unwind whilst getting a full service from … Read more

Looking to browse a selection of Japan’s finest sex toys in Akihabara? Pop Life M’s adult department store should definitely be on your list. Boasting one of the largest sales floors in the country, M’s is an adult department store in the heart of Tokyo’s electronic district, Akihabara. For a country that is apparently less … Read more