Girlfriends for Hire

In a country where loneliness and isolation are an epidemic, one practical solution is the Rental Girlfriend industry.

These aren't romantic rentals (and explicitly NOT sexual in nature). Rather, they provide people (mostly males) a way to connect with the opposite sex on friendly and fun terms.

Which brings us to our friend...

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Japan Facts:

The typical rate for a girlfriend rental is between ¥ 13,000-15,000 for two hours, as seen on this rental services website

▶️ Watch how a girlfriend rental works (Jimmy Kim)

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