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Jemineye · Joined: 01 Nov 2012 Posts: 5

I know its not really a job question but it is my intention to seek work in Japan in the new year. I've never been to Japan before.but it is my intention to do as many other things as possible outside of work (and if I'm given the time). I heard however, that there's a dancing ban in effect in Japanese clubs. Just wanted to know from any veterans if this was true.

Headshoulderskneesn'thobe · Posted: Fri Nov 30, 2012 9:58 pm Post subject: Come dance with me.....

Student visas don't allow you to undertake certain types of part-time employment....such as dancing/hostess club type work....

Other visas however......just be disCREEEEEEEEEEEET and you'll be fine

Wink

Qaaolchoura · Posted: Fri Nov 30, 2012 11:45 pm Post subject:

So basically, there was some confusion between dancing and "dancing," and modern-day Japan has not in fact transformed into England under Cromwell.

Also, did anybody else see the subject and think of this?

~Q

Jemineye · Joined: 01 Nov 2012 Posts: 5

There's always one, isn't there? Rolling Eyes

Anyway, if there's no ban then cool. I just recall reading a few articles about clubs being closed down because of it. Unless its targeting a specific kind. Either way, its nice to know this isn't the case.

ZennoSaji · Joined: 02 Feb 2010 Posts: 87 Location: Mito, Ibaraki

Wow I read the OP and instantly went on a search for dance clubs in Japan... And then I became very confused. XD "Why would they ban dancing...?"

Jemineye · Joined: 01 Nov 2012 Posts: 5

I kept coming across articles like this and wondering "what the hell?" because it's dated this year. o_o

fluffyhamster · Posted: Sat Dec 01, 2012 10:16 pm Post subject:

From a quick browse of that report, it seems like they're shutting down mainly fleapits and deathtraps.

Mr_Monkey · Joined: 11 Mar 2009 Posts: 661 Location: Kyuuuuuushuuuuuuu

I would suspect that it's got something to do with drugs, personally. Going after clubs for incorrect licenses strikes me as just a pretext.

fluffyhamster · Posted: Sun Dec 02, 2012 5:46 am Post subject:

So it's definitely not about dodgy dance moves, then? Surprised

sabina · Joined: 11 Nov 2010 Posts: 75

Lots of clubs in Osaka claim to have dancing bans, and their posters/advertisements say NO DANCING and such. I think it is so these clubs can get lounge status; I think there are stricter regulations on dance clubs (I'm guessing). Anyway, go to any of these clubs, and you will not only find a dancefloor, but many people dancing.

Cool Teacher · Posted: Mon Dec 03, 2012 8:55 am Post subject:

Theres a famous clud in Umeda in Osaka and when you go in they give you a flier with a man dancing crossed out and the words "NO DANCING!" on it. Shocked

I was surprised because this is a popular club and has been open for a long time. It used to have a big window but that has no gone but actually people are dancing inside. Cool

It's probably a bit like in Iran as drink is illegal but people do drink it in private places. Wink

stumptowny · Joined: 29 May 2011 Posts: 310

waygofett · Joined: 11 Jun 2011 Posts: 12

I don't know about elsewhere but in Osaka there is a ban at some clubs. I think I remember hearing there are ways around it for some places though because I know many places are still dance clubs. And even the ones that aren't are mixed, my friend was at one where there was dancing but every once in a while they would have to stop for a few minutes when the police were floating around the neighborhood.
Basically if you are concerned about a lack of dancing or a lack of nightlife the don't be.

ExpatLuke · Joined: 11 Feb 2012 Posts: 744

For someone who's never been to Japan why is there a dancing ban exactly? Admittedly, I don't have any first had experience with Japanese culture... but out of all the countries in Eastern Asia, I'd think Japan would be the last one to have laws against dancing. What's the deal?

Inflames · Joined: 02 Apr 2006 Posts: 486

There is no dancing ban - it's a ban on alcohol and dancing after 1 AM (IIRC - either is OK but you can't have both). I'm not sure of the reason but the law has been around for some time (around 60 years).

To give a bit of background, there are tons of laws in Japan that are basically ignored and this was one of those laws (they're ignored until they want a reason to arrest you). Then, in 2010 or so (right after Ebizou incident) the cops started getting strict. It wasn't the local cops (who, in Osaka, basically do nothing except ignore most things) but rather the prefectural police, who were taking orders from Tokyo.

There are tons of clubs in Osaka where you can go dancing.