Do you have any knowledge about “soaplands,” as you mentioned you’ve seen them in adult videos (adult Video)? Today, let’s delve into the details of this intriguing world of soaplands, which you might find somewhat mysterious!
What is a Soapland?
It’s Just a “Bathing Place” on the Surface
Legally, soaplands are categorized as “individual special bathing facilities” or “individual upscale saunas.” They are the only type of adult entertainment establishment in Japan where full-service is provided. When applying for permits, they fall under the same classification as “super bathhouses” or “health lands,” so they are not legally considered adult entertainment venues but rather bathing places. After customers pay a bath fee, the service provided by the female staff in the room itself presents no legal issues.
Excusing It as “Free Love at Best”
After the female staff helps you bathe, they often claim that what happens between a man and a woman in a private room, including any physical relationships, is a matter of personal choice and has nothing to do with the establishment. This argument might seem unreasonable to many, but it is widely accepted in Japan. Law enforcement is aware of what happens, but they generally do not intervene. In the scope of Japanese law, this industry has developed into a unique form of entertainment.
Where Can You Experience Soaplands?
Soaplands are not found everywhere in Japan; there are specific areas where they are allowed to operate. Kumamoto and Shiga Prefectures have well-known soapland districts, but the most famous one in Japan is in Tokyo’s Yoshiwara district, which boasts about 150 establishments.
Other soapland districts in Japan include:
- Hokkaido: Susukino
- Akita: Kawabata-machi
- Fukushima: Kominami-hama
- Niigata: Furumachi-dori
- Ibaraki: Sakuramachi
- Tokyo: Yoshiwara
- Kanagawa: Horinouchi
- Kanagawa: Fukuhara-machi
- Chiba: Sakaecho
- Saitama: Omiya Kita-Ginza
- Saitama: Nishi Kawaguchi
- Aichi: Daimon
- Gifu: Kaneku
- Hyogo: Fukuhara / Shinkaido
- Shiga: Yūkin
- Fukuoka: Nakasu
- Kumamoto: Chuoshinten
- Fukuoka: Funato-cho
- Saga: Takeo
- Saga: Ureshino
- Kagoshima: Kamo-machi
- Okinawa: Tsuji
The General Soapland Experience
First-time visitors to soaplands may not be familiar with the usual flow of the experience. The specific procedures may vary slightly depending on the establishment, but the basic flow remains quite consistent.
Let’s go over the general steps
１.Payment at the Reception
You’ll be shown some photos of soap girls. After making your choice and payment, you’ll proceed to meet your chosen soap girl and enter the room together.
2.Chat Time
After entering the room, you’ll often start with a conversation, although some establishments may skip this and proceed directly to washing. Some high-end places even offer oral services before the bath, known as “soine” in Japanese.
3.Bathing
Once you undress, the soap girl will help wash your body. This isn’t a simple bathing session; it involves applying lotion, body-to-body contact, and special attention to your intimate areas. This is typically done while you sit on a specific chair designed for this purpose.
4, Air Mattress Play
After the bath, you move on to an air mattress. This part of the experience can be one of the most exciting. The soap girl will prepare the mattress, often using a towel as a pillow. You’ll lie down, and depending on the establishment, the order of events may vary. Some may start with you lying on your stomach. You should always follow the soap girl’s lead, and attempting to take control can be dangerous and unwelcome.
5.Play on the Bed
After washing off the lotion, you’ll move to the bed. Unlike the air mattress play, you may have more control over the proceedings. However, it’s essential to respect the soap girl’s boundaries and not engage in actions that may cause discomfort or distress.
6.Bathing Again
After the play, you’ll be led back to the bath. Depending on the remaining time, you can enjoy one or two more rounds of action or engage in relaxed conversation.
7.Getting Dressed
After you’re done, you’ll put on your clothes and gather your belongings.
8.Leaving the Establishment
The soap girl will accompany you out of the room, and this is where you say your goodbyes. Usually, the establishment provides transportation to the nearest train station. However, if you prefer to walk or take a taxi, you can decline this service.
Please note that the specific order and details may vary depending on the soapland and the soap girl.
What do you think? We’ve covered the legal position of soaplands, their locations, and the typical procedure.
