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For men, AKTIS Men's Relaxation is a premium service that provides experienced male masseurs. The focus is on oil-based massages that are tailored to the needs of men. There are locations in Takadanobaba in Shinjuku-ku and Kitashinagawa in Shinagawa-ku, both accessible around the clock. AKTIS attaches great importance to discretion and professionalism and is aimed at travelers as well as locals.
In Shinjuku, the Aloha Pono Hawaiian Healing Salon offers authentic Hawaiian Lomilomi massages and traditional Thai massages. It is run by a qualified therapist, a former police officer. The Lomilomi treatment with oil promotes blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, the Thai massage stretches the lower half of the body. The salon has a shower, takes cash only and works on reservation by email. Outcall is possible for an extra charge.
Close to the station in Ikebukuro, JIN-YA is a compact gay sauna known for its openness to international guests. There are four common play areas, an active video room, a dry sauna, communal bathrooms with different temperatures and a nude area on the roof. It is open around the clock, and it is particularly busy in the late hours of the night.
Men's Club MEAT is a private gay cruise club in Tokyo for masculine, short-haired men between 20 and 40. The Hunting Zone for flirting, the Dark Zone for anonymous encounters and the Red Zone are spread over four floors, plus changing rooms, showers and toilets on the ground floor. Daily theme nights with dress codes such as nudity or jockstraps are binding. The entrance fee is usually 1500 yen, near Shinjuku-Gyoenmae station.
Located in Shinjuku-ku, Waseda, Palm Hand Massage is within walking distance of Waseda and Edogawabashi stations. Masseur Akira combines traditional Thai techniques with Japanese shiatsu, deep tissue massages and oil treatments. Packages range from 70 to 150 minutes and include showers before and after treatment; sensory elements are optional. In addition, there is an outcall service in Tokyo, Saitama and Kanagawa.
Located in Shibuya, near JR Yoyogi Station, Prostate's Den Tokyo caters to gay men. Specially trained therapists offer prostate massages and sensual full-body massages in private rooms with showers. From gentle touches to more intensive stimulation, the treatments can be tailored to individual needs. The discreet, modern facility combines Japanese wellness elements with a focus on prostate specialization.
Located next to Shibuya Station, Red Line specializes in massages for men. Experienced Japanese masseurs offer sessions of different lengths aimed at relaxation and regeneration. The ambience is discreet and Japanese-inspired. Due to its location at the train station, the center is easy to reach and is suitable for a quiet break after a long day.
In Tokyo, The Oneness 8 is an outcall massage service exclusively for gay and bisexual men. The team comes to their home, hotel or rented private premises. Each session is individually adapted and aims to relieve tension. A reservation is required in advance, payment is made in cash. The service relies on a discreet, calm approach.
In Tokyo, the Wusaki Massage & Acupuncture & Moxibustion Salon specializes in traditional Chinese medicine and combines massage with acupuncture and moxibustion. In moxibustion, heat has a targeted effect on acupuncture points through herbal ignition. Soft lighting and fragrant oils characterize the tranquil atmosphere. The therapists tailor treatments individually, for example against tension or to strengthen the immune system. Appointments will be made directly.
A gay sauna in Tokyo can be found mainly in and around Shinjuku Ni-chome. The most famous house is the 24 Kaikan, which is spread over several floors and is open around the clock. In addition, there are other saunas and so-called Hattenba, i.e. cruising establishments, some of which are aimed at a specific audience. While some hotels focus more on relaxation with a bathroom and relaxation areas, others are clearly about cruising. Because many things are centrally located in Ni-chome, a visit to the sauna can be easily combined with an evening in the bars.
A few things are different in Tokyo than in Europe. Tattoos are not welcome in some houses, this has historical reasons and is not a value judgment, if in doubt, ask beforehand. English is not spoken everywhere, but you can usually get by in the saunas around Ni-chome. You can usually get a towel and locker on site. Depending on the house and the time of day, the prices vary. Because some saunas have fixed days with a special programme, it is worth taking a look at theme evenings. If you go to a sauna for the first time in Japan, you should briefly inform yourself about the local customs, then the visit will be relaxed. The following addresses will show you which house suits your evening.