In the third part of this series on her life as a hostess, "June" explains the practices known in the trade as "dohan" and "afters." Are these activities voluntary? How vital are they for the hostess to build a career? Read Now

The second part of our exploration into the industry of hostess bars. The writer tells of her own personal experiences and reveals the financial realities for the young women involved. Read Now

This week’s JIN comes from a young woman who worked in the hostess trade in Japan. It chronicles some of her experiences and wider observations about the industry. To be continued... Read Now