Avoid Yoshiwara soaplands? Or is it fine?
Started by EdinburghEd · 14 Mar 2026 · 1906 views
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14 Mar 2026 at 03:38
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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14 Mar 2026 at 04:05
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to download an offline map.
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14 Mar 2026 at 06:42
How's the nightlife there compared to Thailand?
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14 Mar 2026 at 13:03
100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.
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14 Mar 2026 at 17:55
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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15 Mar 2026 at 04:54
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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15 Mar 2026 at 12:57
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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15 Mar 2026 at 18:34
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.
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15 Mar 2026 at 23:10
Thanks for sharing. Did you use an agency or find girls at bars?
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16 Mar 2026 at 03:48
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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16 Mar 2026 at 04:02
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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16 Mar 2026 at 13:30
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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16 Mar 2026 at 23:22
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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17 Mar 2026 at 04:44
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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17 Mar 2026 at 11:27
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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17 Mar 2026 at 19:12
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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18 Mar 2026 at 02:51
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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18 Mar 2026 at 12:53
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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18 Mar 2026 at 20:12
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
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19 Mar 2026 at 06:10
How's the daytime scene there compared to the Philippines?
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