Dating In Tokyo ( Transtesticle Edition)
The sexy, verbose 43 year old Yokoyama Yu has been one of the top floor ladies at the Henno Henno Moheji club in the sleazy Kita Senju area for the past 7 years. Yu's well known in the club for knowledge of current events, American popular culture and as a great duet partner for English karaoke songs.
Yu lights up the room
“I'm getting sick of all this Haiti bullshit news. It's soooo boring now. What the fuck do I care about that place? It looks scary and I can't even see the difference with the before and after pictures anyway. I love the American TV and it's really affecting the coverage of American Idol's new season and that Kardashians show. When I was a kid, I lived in Nashville for like 6 years. My father worked for Bridgestone and we got transferred there. I loved it and I cried for a year when we had to move back to Matsudo in Chiba when I was like 14... I fell in love with American culture and never got over it. If you came to my room you'd see that I only got American music CDs and I watch American TV usually too. I used to love CHiPs when I lived there. You know that show?”
Of course, I loved that show too. Are you dating anyone?
“Well, that's a hard question for me to answer. I mean, I go out with a lot of customers but I don't know if that's a date as you would define it..... They like me but most of them are much older guys. A lot of them can't even get a hard on”
So you date guys, right?
“I'm open minded I date whoever is interesting. I don't see sex, age or race. Unless you're a dark skinned black or a non-Japanese Asian.... or really fat. Paris Hilton is really cool. I'd really love to marry an American someday, that way I could live in the USA and get outta Japan forever. My English is good enough I think and I look young. I would be a cougar if i lived there, young white guys are hot and I love tattoos and muscles! ”
Yu can hold court and discuss any topic about America - except politics
I'm getting old and think I'm losing my looks, any advice for me?
“Everyone should be having their eyebrows and assholes done, as well. There's no need to go THIN, but a more arched/groomed look with any stray hairs cleared out of the way would give you more polished and less 'dude' of a look without being femme. I'm pretty sure they do waxing/plucking for guys in most salons and from what I remember you're allowed to actually pick a 'type' of eyebrow shape/thickness, and even the widest of those will usually be more upkept looking than a persons natural browgrowth- The other nice thing about the eyebrows is, once you have them cleaned up professionally, it's usually pretty easy to just maintain them after that with your own pair of tweezers at home every now and again as the hairs grow back. Getting your ass done is kind of embarrassing the first time but they do it all the time so don't even worry about it. I wanted to get laser removal but they refused cause the skin down there was too dark. It only works on really pale skin. Also, while lip gloss or lipstick might push you towards the 'femme' end of the spectrum, I don't think one of those glossy/moisturizing or even slightly tinted chapsticks would, and it would help keep your lips more supple. ”
Thanks for your time, Yu. I gotta go home and take a shower now.
Shocked, grossed and ashamed, "By the time I realized she wasn't a lady it was too late" Toshiyuki Kaneda sulks in Shinjuku Station after a drunken blind date that went far too well
This explosive trend is not without victims. 30 year old construction worker and admitted 'ass man', Toshiyuki Kaneda, had a blind date with someone he met on MIXI. He was already drunk when they met and after a couple more drinks they ended up spending the night together in Shinjuku's aptly named, 'Hotel NUTS', where gay couples are welcome. Only after a few hours of hot, unsafe lovemaking was his date's shaven, micro-phallus discovered. " I lost it ! I started sweating and hyperventilating..... then I just ran out. I never even looked back. What the fuck!?! I think this means I'm gay now".
I say it serves him right for going straight for the ass.
" I can't say he tricked me cause he never actually claimed to be a girl. His name was Yuki so it ain't that clear- that name goes either way. He was kind of feminine but wasn't wearing a dress or nothing. He was wearing tight UNIQLO jeans and a little blazer. He had a Hermes bag but it was the unisex type. He had no tits to speak of. These cute little hips and really round , pert ass. I thought he was like a tomboy or just boyish...kinda plain but I think he was wearing eyeliner and foundation. It was pretty dark, when we took a bath later the lights got turned up . Shit."
One of the most baffling phenomena concerning Japanese gender disorders is androgyny, which is defined as being physically male and female in one. Japanese androgyny is also referred to as a hermaphrodite or New Half. Many local folks have mistakenly confused androgyny with bisexuality, which is a psychological condition.
Yokoyama Yu's clothing, which mainly consists of slacks, jeans, colorful sweaters, button-down tops, as well as fashionable sneakers and simple hair and makeup, that are both stylish and androgynous.
The term “androgynous” doesn't even exist in Japanese society, which is ironic as Tokyo has more sexually unidentifiable people than anyplace in the world. In English, it is the psychological definition that is most often being used, usually pertaining to a person’s style or appearance. The concept of being androgynous has taken on a much trendier meaning for Japanese men in the 21st century. It has become trendy and fashionable for men to experiment with the androgynous look (while for many there is no choice, they just look androgynous no matter what they do).
Yu lights up the room
“I'm getting sick of all this Haiti bullshit news. It's soooo boring now. What the fuck do I care about that place? It looks scary and I can't even see the difference with the before and after pictures anyway. I love the American TV and it's really affecting the coverage of American Idol's new season and that Kardashians show. When I was a kid, I lived in Nashville for like 6 years. My father worked for Bridgestone and we got transferred there. I loved it and I cried for a year when we had to move back to Matsudo in Chiba when I was like 14... I fell in love with American culture and never got over it. If you came to my room you'd see that I only got American music CDs and I watch American TV usually too. I used to love CHiPs when I lived there. You know that show?”
Of course, I loved that show too. Are you dating anyone?
“Well, that's a hard question for me to answer. I mean, I go out with a lot of customers but I don't know if that's a date as you would define it..... They like me but most of them are much older guys. A lot of them can't even get a hard on”
So you date guys, right?
“I'm open minded I date whoever is interesting. I don't see sex, age or race. Unless you're a dark skinned black or a non-Japanese Asian.... or really fat. Paris Hilton is really cool. I'd really love to marry an American someday, that way I could live in the USA and get outta Japan forever. My English is good enough I think and I look young. I would be a cougar if i lived there, young white guys are hot and I love tattoos and muscles! ”
Yu can hold court and discuss any topic about America - except politics
I'm getting old and think I'm losing my looks, any advice for me?
“Everyone should be having their eyebrows and assholes done, as well. There's no need to go THIN, but a more arched/groomed look with any stray hairs cleared out of the way would give you more polished and less 'dude' of a look without being femme. I'm pretty sure they do waxing/plucking for guys in most salons and from what I remember you're allowed to actually pick a 'type' of eyebrow shape/thickness, and even the widest of those will usually be more upkept looking than a persons natural browgrowth- The other nice thing about the eyebrows is, once you have them cleaned up professionally, it's usually pretty easy to just maintain them after that with your own pair of tweezers at home every now and again as the hairs grow back. Getting your ass done is kind of embarrassing the first time but they do it all the time so don't even worry about it. I wanted to get laser removal but they refused cause the skin down there was too dark. It only works on really pale skin. Also, while lip gloss or lipstick might push you towards the 'femme' end of the spectrum, I don't think one of those glossy/moisturizing or even slightly tinted chapsticks would, and it would help keep your lips more supple. ”
Thanks for your time, Yu. I gotta go home and take a shower now.
Shocked, grossed and ashamed, "By the time I realized she wasn't a lady it was too late" Toshiyuki Kaneda sulks in Shinjuku Station after a drunken blind date that went far too well
This explosive trend is not without victims. 30 year old construction worker and admitted 'ass man', Toshiyuki Kaneda, had a blind date with someone he met on MIXI. He was already drunk when they met and after a couple more drinks they ended up spending the night together in Shinjuku's aptly named, 'Hotel NUTS', where gay couples are welcome. Only after a few hours of hot, unsafe lovemaking was his date's shaven, micro-phallus discovered. " I lost it ! I started sweating and hyperventilating..... then I just ran out. I never even looked back. What the fuck!?! I think this means I'm gay now".
I say it serves him right for going straight for the ass.
" I can't say he tricked me cause he never actually claimed to be a girl. His name was Yuki so it ain't that clear- that name goes either way. He was kind of feminine but wasn't wearing a dress or nothing. He was wearing tight UNIQLO jeans and a little blazer. He had a Hermes bag but it was the unisex type. He had no tits to speak of. These cute little hips and really round , pert ass. I thought he was like a tomboy or just boyish...kinda plain but I think he was wearing eyeliner and foundation. It was pretty dark, when we took a bath later the lights got turned up . Shit."
One of the most baffling phenomena concerning Japanese gender disorders is androgyny, which is defined as being physically male and female in one. Japanese androgyny is also referred to as a hermaphrodite or New Half. Many local folks have mistakenly confused androgyny with bisexuality, which is a psychological condition.
Yokoyama Yu's clothing, which mainly consists of slacks, jeans, colorful sweaters, button-down tops, as well as fashionable sneakers and simple hair and makeup, that are both stylish and androgynous.
The term “androgynous” doesn't even exist in Japanese society, which is ironic as Tokyo has more sexually unidentifiable people than anyplace in the world. In English, it is the psychological definition that is most often being used, usually pertaining to a person’s style or appearance. The concept of being androgynous has taken on a much trendier meaning for Japanese men in the 21st century. It has become trendy and fashionable for men to experiment with the androgynous look (while for many there is no choice, they just look androgynous no matter what they do).
It allows men to incorporate the best of both worlds: the comfort and variety of women’s clothing, along with the masculine styles of men’s clothing. Androgynous fashion is everywhere in Tokyo these days, so it is important to have a clear understanding of this to avoid embarrassment when making a pass or even asking one on a date. I personally have had 2 experiences dating a person whose sex I misjudged.
According to the androgynous Dr. Kei Yamaoka, a leading expert on male and female androgyny, there is a very common misconception about the huge number androgynous men in Tokyo,
“Many have mistakenly confused androgyny with bisexuality, which is a psychological condition.
It is true that in some circles, like for example the gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans-gender community, it is commonly assumed that a man donning androgynous clothing is gay or bisexual, but more and more in mainstream society we are seeing men ditching the often boring salaryman or the dull jeans and t shirt look for the impossible ritual of a light, concealing makeup, tight, form fitting stretch jeans or leggings and unisex sneakers or Crocs, for a more androgynous, simple look that isn’t as time consuming and doesn’t require all of the frill of a full out drag queen.”
The Japanese drag queen community has been vocal in condemning these fashion trends.
"Every time you see a skinny little fagot walking down the street in skin-tight purple jeans, it's taking food out of my family's mouths,"
popular Shinjuku 2 Cho Mae female impersonator Ayumi Taga said.
"No-one wants to pay to see me mime to Madonna or Beyonce in a sequined frock and feather boa when regular herbivore guys are carrying man purses and wearing hot pink tank tops and sandals in public. The whole fucked up thing's a travesty. Literally.”
Like a box of chocolates, dating in 2010 Tokyo is a gamble
Many poor and religious cultures view androgyny in a mythical sense when one of their offspring is born with this affliction, as something both to be obtained and dreaded. The Japanese culture has a myth of creation, in which they believe that androgyny is a sign of perfection.
Most Japanese people feel that the growing androgynous population is a positive. It first expresses competence and independence, while also showing warmth and expressiveness. Men are seen as having the competence traits - like being aggressive, independent and dominant, while women are seen to have more expressive traits - like being tactful, quiet and aware of others feelings. While many older, crankier, uneducated, blue-collar workers consider them fruitcakes, Japan's sexual minorities as whole have claimed some victories. A good example,
Ai Haruna actually worked the 2006 and 2007 Tokyo Gameshows for Electronic Arts without detection
Japan's sexiest transtesticle, Ai Haruna beat out 24 contestants from several nations competing for the coveted 2009 Miss International Queen title.
Unmosaiced male genitals are now visible in several non pornographic foreign movies each year.
Bull dyke, Kanako Otsuji, Japan's first openly gay politician, successfully lobbied for a change in local regulations to allow non-married couples to apply for low class, public housing including gays, transtesticles and androgynous herbivores.
"My generation has been the first to speak out about sexual minority rights in any meaningful way," Otsuji, 32, said in Osaka prefecture, where she has held an assembly seat since 2003.
In the meantime, Japan's sexually confused and deviant are enjoying their increasing freedom while chafing against the enduring restrictions.
This is some fucked up shit. I gotta get back to my mint Indian dinner.
According to the androgynous Dr. Kei Yamaoka, a leading expert on male and female androgyny, there is a very common misconception about the huge number androgynous men in Tokyo,
“Many have mistakenly confused androgyny with bisexuality, which is a psychological condition.
It is true that in some circles, like for example the gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans-gender community, it is commonly assumed that a man donning androgynous clothing is gay or bisexual, but more and more in mainstream society we are seeing men ditching the often boring salaryman or the dull jeans and t shirt look for the impossible ritual of a light, concealing makeup, tight, form fitting stretch jeans or leggings and unisex sneakers or Crocs, for a more androgynous, simple look that isn’t as time consuming and doesn’t require all of the frill of a full out drag queen.”
The Japanese drag queen community has been vocal in condemning these fashion trends.
"Every time you see a skinny little fagot walking down the street in skin-tight purple jeans, it's taking food out of my family's mouths,"
popular Shinjuku 2 Cho Mae female impersonator Ayumi Taga said.
"No-one wants to pay to see me mime to Madonna or Beyonce in a sequined frock and feather boa when regular herbivore guys are carrying man purses and wearing hot pink tank tops and sandals in public. The whole fucked up thing's a travesty. Literally.”
Like a box of chocolates, dating in 2010 Tokyo is a gamble
Many poor and religious cultures view androgyny in a mythical sense when one of their offspring is born with this affliction, as something both to be obtained and dreaded. The Japanese culture has a myth of creation, in which they believe that androgyny is a sign of perfection.
Most Japanese people feel that the growing androgynous population is a positive. It first expresses competence and independence, while also showing warmth and expressiveness. Men are seen as having the competence traits - like being aggressive, independent and dominant, while women are seen to have more expressive traits - like being tactful, quiet and aware of others feelings. While many older, crankier, uneducated, blue-collar workers consider them fruitcakes, Japan's sexual minorities as whole have claimed some victories. A good example,
Ai Haruna actually worked the 2006 and 2007 Tokyo Gameshows for Electronic Arts without detection
Japan's sexiest transtesticle, Ai Haruna beat out 24 contestants from several nations competing for the coveted 2009 Miss International Queen title.
Unmosaiced male genitals are now visible in several non pornographic foreign movies each year.
Bull dyke, Kanako Otsuji, Japan's first openly gay politician, successfully lobbied for a change in local regulations to allow non-married couples to apply for low class, public housing including gays, transtesticles and androgynous herbivores.
"My generation has been the first to speak out about sexual minority rights in any meaningful way," Otsuji, 32, said in Osaka prefecture, where she has held an assembly seat since 2003.
In the meantime, Japan's sexually confused and deviant are enjoying their increasing freedom while chafing against the enduring restrictions.
This is some fucked up shit. I gotta get back to my mint Indian dinner.
