Tokyo Underground | Host Clubs, Dancers, and All-Nighters

Tokyo, the Japanese capital, reveals an unexpected face as night falls. Under the neon lights of Kabukicho, the famous red-light district, nightlife takes on a whole new dimension. Between luxurious host clubs where young men in makeup seduce female clients, and the Toyoko Kids, homeless teenagers left to fend for themselves, the capital reveals its striking contrasts. Host clubs, thriving businesses, attract a wealthy clientele seeking exclusive entertainment, while street youth, often victims of domestic violence, try to survive in a hostile environment. This dual reality illustrates both modernity and the social flaws of contemporary Japan. Host clubs operate on a unique model where charm, seduction, and exuberance replace any physical relationship, guaranteeing a world that is both secret and codified. Conversely, the precarious situation of the Toyoko Kids raises major issues related to the protection of minors and social care. This immersion into Tokyo's nightlife sheds light on little-known realities: between ostentatious luxury, cultural challenges, and daily survival, Tokyo at night is a complex and fascinating microcosm. Production date: 2023 💖 Like this video to discover the secrets of Tokyo's nightlife 🔔 Subscribe to explore other surprising facets of big cities 🗨️ Comment: Which aspect of Tokyo at night struck you the most? 00:03 Tokyo and its famous nighttime Lamborghinis 00:18 Shinishi Moroshi, a controversial figure of Tokyo nightlife 01:03 Former biker turned host club icon 04:00 Kabukicho, Tokyo's red-light district 04:30 The Toyoko Kids: homeless youth on the margins 05:54 Discovering host clubs and the host phenomenon 08:00 The success of host clubs and their strict rules 14:00 Over-indebtedness of young women attending host clubs 24:00 The Toyoko Kids, victims of domestic violence 34:00 Life and conditions of novice hosts 36:00 Katy, host club star and nightlife 39:00 Clara and traditional Japanese society 42:00 The mamassan, queen of Ginza nightlife 52:00 Extreme parties and underground clubs 55:00 Adrien, prince of Tokyo nightlife