Featuring numerous photos of Tobita Shinchi — introducing the exterior and interior atmosphere of the establishments, as well as how the process works!

「I’m curious about Tobita Shinchi.」

「Are there any photos of Tobita Shinchi?」

Among those considering a trip to Japan, some may even be planning to visit Tobita Shinchi.

Tobita Shinchi is one of Japan’s red-light districts, and it is also known for offering full-service experiences.

However, Tobita Shinchi is not widely known.

That’s why in this article, we’d like to give you a sense of what it’s like through photos.

What is Tobita Shinchi?

Tobita Shinchi is a red-light district that was established during the Taisho era.

Located in Osaka’s Nishinari Ward, in the Sanno 3-chome area, it is lined with numerous establishments.

All the establishments in Tobita Shinchi are officially operated as ‘ryotei’ (traditional Japanese restaurants) under the management of the Tobita Culinary Association.

In Japan, prostitution is technically prohibited. However, in Tobita Shinchi, the practice is framed as ‘free romance,’ meaning that it is presented as if the customer and the woman at the ryotei develop a romantic relationship that naturally leads to sex.

The History of Tobita Shinchi

In the past, there was a red-light district in Osaka called ‘Namba Shinchi Otobe Yūkaku.’

In 1912, a major fire broke out in the Minami area, completely destroying Namba Shinchi Otobe Yūkaku.

Although there were attempts to rebuild the district in the same location, permission was denied, and it was eventually relocated to the Sanno 3-chome area in Osaka’s Nishinari Ward.

Later, during the war, Osaka suffered air raids. Tobita Shinchi was damaged but managed to survive, continuing to exist after the war.

In 1958, the Prostitution Prevention Law was enacted, and afterwards the area became a district of ryotei (traditional Japanese restaurants).

Even though they are called ryotei, there are hardly any customers who come for food, and, just like in the past, they still offer what are known as ‘chon-no-ma,’ full-service sexual encounters.

The Location of Tobita Shinchi

The address is Sanno 3-chome, Nishinari Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, Japan.

There are several nearby stations, listed below:

• JR Tennoji Station: about a 15-minute walk
• Subway Midosuji Line / Sakaisuji Line, Dobutsuen-mae Station: about a 10-minute walk
• Subway Tanimachi Line, Abeno Station: about a 10-minute walk

From Kansai Airport, it takes about 1 hour by public transportation to reach these stations.
From Kyoto, it’s about 75 minutes.

Tobita Shinchi also offers free parking:

‘Tobita Shinchi Customer First Parking’

Are there any photos of Tobita Shinchi?

“There are many photos of Tobita Shinchi available online.

Although photography is officially prohibited in Tobita Shinchi, if you search for ‘Tobita Shinchi’ on Google or social media, you’ll likely find a large number of images.

There are also many images of Tobita Shinchi on Google Maps! You can check out the atmosphere of the streets.

Normally, it is not allowed to post photos of the women working in Tobita Shinchi, but by looking at images, you can get an idea of what kind of women work there.

What are the exteriors and interiors of Tobita Shinchi’s establishments like?

Let’s explore the exteriors and interiors of Tobita Shinchi’s establishments through photos.

The exteriors of Tobita Shinchi’s establishments resemble traditional Japanese ryotei (restaurants). The interiors are Japanese-style, featuring tatami mats and traditional decor. The playrooms in Tobita Shinchi are furnished with futons.

Now, let’s go through each one with photos and explanations.

The exteriors of Tobita Shinchi’s establishments resemble traditional Japanese ryotei (restaurants).

The exteriors of Tobita Shinchi’s establishments are traditional, old-fashioned Japanese houses.

They are wooden buildings with tiled roofs, styled like traditional ryotei (Japanese restaurants).

In fact, many valuable historic buildings still remain in Tobita Shinchi.

The ryotei shown in the photo, ‘Taiyoshi Hyakuban,’ is even designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan.

At the entrance, women sit outside, allowing visitors to see what kind of women are there from the outside of the building.

The interiors are Japanese-style, featuring tatami mats and traditional decor.

The interiors of Tobita Shinchi are Japanese-style, just like the exteriors.

Doors may be ‘fusuma’ (sliding paper doors), and the floors may be wooden planks or tatami mats.

As for the interior decor, some places feature quite elaborate decorations.

The playrooms in Tobita Shinchi are furnished with futons.

Sex in Tobita Shinchi basically takes place on futons.

There are very few places with beds, so visitors may notice some cultural differences.

Since futons are thinner than beds, some people may find them uncomfortable to lie on.

As for the playrooms, some establishments have remodeled their rooms in a Western style rather than Japanese style.

How to Use Tobita Shinchi

Here, we explain the process of using Tobita Shinchi that you should know before visiting.

STEP 1: There are no showers inside, so make sure you arrive clean. STEP 2: Look at the women and choose the establishment you want. STEP 3: Decide on a course and pay the fee. STEP 4: You’ll be guided to a room and can chat with the woman. STEP 5: The session begins. Note: You can go as many times as you want within the course time!

We’ll explain step by step.

Since this also involves the rules and etiquette of Tobita Shinchi, let’s look at each one carefully!

STEP 1: There are no showers inside, so make sure you arrive clean.

Unlike typical brothels or soaplands, Tobita Shinchi does not provide showers or bathing facilities for customers, so it’s best to arrive clean before visiting.

Before the session, the woman may lightly wipe your genitals, but you cannot wash your entire body in Tobita Shinchi.

If you are sweaty or have a strong odor, the woman may dislike it.

Although the women are professionals, if you are unhygienic, they might slack off, so be careful.

STEP 2: Look at the women and choose the establishment you want.

Once you arrive at Tobita Shinchi, there are various establishments to look around.

In typical adult entertainment venues, there are websites or promotional photos at the shop.

You check the women’s appearances there and decide whom to choose.

In Tobita Shinchi, the shop entrances are open, and there you’ll see the women along with a middle-aged or elderly woman.

Of course, the young women are the ones providing the service, while the middle-aged or elderly women act as intermediaries.

You can look at the women directly from the entrance and choose the one you prefer.

It is said that Tobita Shinchi has over 100 establishments, but not all of them are in operation.

STEP 3: Decide on a course and pay the fee.

Visit a few establishments, and if you find a woman you like, speak to the female intermediary.

Tobita Shinchi offers several courses, and the prices are standardized.

Below are the courses and fees available at Tobita Shinchi.

Course	Price
15-minute course	¥11,000
20-minute course	¥16,000
30-minute course	¥21,000
45-minute course	¥31,000
60-minute course	¥41,000
75-minute course	¥51,000
Beer / Alcohol	¥1,000 per glass

Most customers choose courses ranging from 15 to 45 minutes.

Some people might wonder, ‘Can you really reach ejaculation in such a short time?

Of course, it may be difficult for those with delayed ejaculation, but unlike typical adult entertainment venues, there is no shower time, so it is often possible to reach ejaculation even in a short period.

Once you’ve decided on a course, it’s finally time to enter the building.

STEP 4: You’ll be guided to a room and can chat with the woman.

Once you’ve chosen a woman and a course, you pay the intermediary.

After paying, you enter the establishment and are guided to a room.

In Tobita Shinchi, the playrooms are generally on the second floor, so you’ll go upstairs and be shown to a room.

In the room, there are items like wet towels, tea, and snacks, and you can enjoy some casual conversation with the woman.

However, since most people use the short courses, the woman usually keeps the casual conversation to about 2–3 minutes.

After the small talk, you’ll be told to undress, so please follow the instructions.

The woman will leave the room to prepare and return, at which point the session begins.

STEP 5: The session begins.

The session is quite simple and generally follows the flow below.

Handjob → Condom on → Condom blowjob → Penetration → Ejaculation

First, the penis is stimulated by hand to become erect, and once it’s large, the woman puts on a condom.

After the condom is on, oral sex is performed with the condom in place, and then penetration begins.

The duration of penetration is basically about 5 to 10 minutes.

The woman is a professional, so the session flows smoothly and she guides you to the finish.

As for activities such as kissing, unprotected oral sex, breast stimulation, cunnilingus, and anal licking, it depends on negotiation with the woman.

Some women offer these services, while others do not, so please use the service with that understanding.

Note: You can go as many times as you want within the course time!

At Tobita Shinchi, it is allowed to ejaculate as many times as you want within the course time.

If you still have energy, you can go for a second or even third round, so let the woman know if you’re up for it.

However, if you want to ejaculate more than once, it’s recommended to choose a course of at least 30 minutes.

Since the session might become rushed if you try for multiple rounds, it’s recommended to choose a course with enough time.

Conclusion

We’ve shown the reality of Tobita Shinchi through photos.

The exteriors of the establishments resemble traditional ryotei, while the interiors vary slightly depending on the shop.

The playrooms use futons instead of beds, so some visitors may notice a cultural difference.

There are no promotional photos of the women working in Tobita Shinchi.

Although not allowed on social media, there are sometimes photos of the women uploaded without permission.

If you’re curious about the quality of the women, you could use those as a reference.