[Zerdame]

Great stuff man, I've never really tried the direct game in Japan because it wasn't warranted as a guy who was living in Japan long term. Working in Japan means your off days are reserved for dates or other social obligations that you may have and that means spending it on day gaming isn't really an option.

Still, I'm glad your methods gave results and you left Japan a happy man

I will definitely be trying out your method for my upcoming trip in Japan this month, I'll be there this time as a tourist so no date setting for me since time is limited. My nights have already been filled with dates but I guess I have the daytime to fill with some day game. Been some time since I had some Jap poon, really looking forward to this trip

[icepick23]

Hey dude, just stumbled upon this thread. As a fellow asian dude living in Japan, I think its awesome for us to share ideas/experiences, as I feel that our experiences are slightly different from other foreigners that live/stay in Japan. Im sort of new with regards to day gaming in Japan but I agree with you that so far going a little more indirect has led to a lot more positive responses.

Ive seen a number of foreigners open super direct in Shibuya, but so far have never seen it progress past getting ignored/blown out haha.

[trp2012]

Hi, new guy here. I'm Chinese American, visiting Tokyo for a few days I'm just starting out with day gaming. I've tried a handful of approaches in Shibuya today. Ive been going indirect and asking for directions so far. I've been able to get one English speaking girl's line info, but overall I am not sure how I'm being received.

This thread doesn't have any actual exchanges so I'll post the two most significant ones so far.

I was walking around with my white friend who speaks much less Japanese. We were dressed in button up shirts, jeans, and dress shoes. I started out by asking in basic nonfluent Japanese if they spoke English.

#1: All in Japanese. My friend stood a few meters away.
Me: excuse me, can you speak English?
Girl: no.
Me: I'm looking for a large department store.
Girl: which one?
Me: any nearby.
Girl: there is Seibu that way.
Me: Seibu?
Girl: yes, department store. It has "Seibu" written on it.
At this point I wasn't sure what else to say to continue the conversation, since she didn't ask anything. So I said thank you and left.

#2: tried in English. My friend stood next to me but didn't speak.
Me: Hi, can you speak English?
Girl: Yes (her English was heavily accented, and not very fluent)
Me: We are looking for Tokyo Hands, a DIY shop. Do you know where it is?
Girl: Maybe this way. (Starts looking at phone)
Me: Maybe you don't live near here?
Girl: No but I go to university nearby.
The light turns green and I said to cross.
Me: are you heading this way too?
Her: yes (still checking phone for directions)
After walking across:
Me: what do you study at University?
Girl: English literature.
Me: ah like Shakespeare.
Girl: haha yes Shakespeare. Like Romeo and Juliet.
Me: that's how you practice English then.
Girl: heheh no.
At this point she couldn't figure out where to go. I didn't know if I should cut her loose. I told her we were actually going to a hookah bar near the store and if she wanted to come. (Probably premature) She declined but then started asking for some directions.

Eventually she was able to get directions. I asked whether she is from Tokyo. She said she was from Saitama and asked if I knew where it was. I said yes, I saw it on a map. I then explained that my friend and I are from California, and working in Tokyo.

When we finally came within sight of the store, my friend said he saw it. (He knew where it was.) At that point I asked for and got her name. I introduced myself and my friend and got her Line contact. But I didn't notice any strong IOIs; it seemed like she gave me contact info to save face.

Anyway I'd be glad to post some more reports from my trip in the next few days. In the meantime, I'm hoping someone can give a better idea of what an Asian foreigner can use for openers, aside from simply opening in English.

[Jebaited]

Hey appreciate your reporting! I'll also be going to Tokyo in September as a Chinese Australian and would also appreciate some tips too

[Zerdame]

It's been awhile since I checked this thread and I have always found it important to help fellow Asian brothers navigate Japan.

When you do directions openers, it's a hit or miss. I wouldn't say it doesnt work but it shouldn't be your primary game. It's something you do when you see a cutie on the street, have 10mins to spare, be like "fuck it" and do the openers. The screening time should be the time it takes her to get you the directions. That could range anywhere from 10secs to 2mins. I normally ask for a specific bar or location that isn't the most famous or prominent. 1. You can judge how enthusiastic she is as she helps you 2. It gives you enough time to chat with her to screen properly. If she fails the screen, thank her for her time and next. If she passes the test, act dumb and ask her to bring you there and number close, insta dates are close to impossible in Tokyo especially if she's hot.

I assume you're asking about day game. For me the best places to hit are cafes and malls. In cafes, you can either 1. ask for directions 2. ask what's good to do 3.ask for language help. For the first two I normally combine the two, this is my standard opener:

"Hey, do you know where's a good bar in the area? I was supposed to go to ABC bar but they're closed today(show her a picture on your phone of said ABC bar), you look like you know a few good places haha"

3. For language help, ask her what does わびさび(wabi-sabi) means. Tons of foreigners go around asking simple shit like greetings that when you ask something so Japanese-ish, it throws them off their game and they become curious how you even know a phrase that even some Japanese don't know. Of course, go google what the word means first. It's an abstract meaning that their limited English probably struggle to explain so it's perfect for a funny conversation if you know how to play your cards right.


For shopping malls, target the typical Daimaru, Takashimaya etc and go to the jewelry section, there would be at least one 8. The hottest girls in Japan always seem to end up working as apparel or shop staff. Tell her you are looking for a present for your older sister who's getting married. You can sub older sister for almost any female in your life that is realistic. Take your time as you choose your "present" saying it's for your sister who's very special to you and you want to be very sure you get the right gift. Ask for her opinion(which one would you like if you were the one receiving the gift?) and then throw in a few personal questions here and there to screen her availability. After around 15-20mins, say you need to think about it and ask if she has a name card. At this point I always say "I'm going to think about the gift but I do think you look really beautiful, is it okay if i get your Line/number? Let's go for dinner together sometime." From there on, it's standard gaming and since the average 8 & above are hard to approach in night game setting, hitting them when they're at their jobs have yield results for me.