Is adult nightlife legal in Fukuoka for foreign visitors?▾
Yes — venues registered under Japan's Adult Entertainment Business Law (fūeihō) operate legally, and adults 18+ including foreign visitors can use them. Japan After Dark lists only venues that have filed the required notification and follow the law; that is our single listing rule.
Do I need to speak Japanese?▾
No. Use the “English OK” filter to find venues with English-speaking staff. For any venue, the free Contact Kit writes a polite Japanese inquiry message for you, shows taxi and door cards in Japanese, and can speak key phrases out loud.
How much does a night cost in Nakasu or Tenjin?▾
Venues on Japan After Dark display one total price up front — typically ¥16,000–¥28,000 depending on the venue — with no hidden fees.
Can I pay by credit card?▾
Many venues accept cards, and every listing shows its payment methods. Some venues are cash-only, so please check payment terms in advance.
How do I book a venue through Japan After Dark?▾
You don't — Japan After Dark is an information and advertising service and takes no bookings, referrals or commissions. You contact venues directly (the Contact Kit makes this easy).
Is Nakasu safe at night?▾
Nakasu is a busy, well-lit entertainment district. The practical rules: choose registered venues, confirm the total price before you enter, and politely ignore street touts (“catch”) — legitimate venues don't need them. All venues listed here are registered and show total pricing.
Can I go if I have tattoos?▾
It depends on the venue. Some are relaxed about tattoos; others follow the strict no-tattoo rule common in Japan. If it matters, ask before you go — the Contact Kit can send the question in Japanese. When in doubt, keeping tattoos covered avoids awkward situations.
What types of venues are listed?▾
We list venues that have filed the required notification and follow the law. Outcall (delivery health): the girl comes to your hotel (some shops also have a reception at the shop). You arrange the room; some shops can introduce a cheaper partner hotel — ask the shop. Hotel health: go to the shop reception, choose a girl, then go to a nearby hotel. Room fee is often separate. Soapland: you visit the shop. Each listing shows the type, hours, languages and total price.
What etiquette should I know?▾
A few simple rules go a long way: arrive on time (or message if you're late), be clean and polite, pay the agreed total without haggling, and always respect staff and their boundaries. Tips are not required. If you're unsure about anything, ask first — venues appreciate a respectful guest.
How do I get back to my hotel late at night?▾
Taxis run all night in Nakasu and Tenjin, and trains stop around midnight–1am. Save your hotel name once in the Contact Kit and you'll get a “going-home card” that shows the address in Japanese to any taxi driver. Keep some cash for the fare, and screenshot the card in case you're offline.
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