hostess clubs, and karaoke. The culture emphasizes personal service—bars often have “regulars” who build long-term relationships with the staff.

In contrast, China’s nightlife has rapidly modernized. Cities like Shanghai and Beijing now feature Western-style megaclubs with international DJs, but traditional tea houses and late-night dining remain popular. 오피맵 In both countries, nightlife often reflects hierarchy: in Japan, seating arrangements and drink pouring can reflect workplace status; in China, clubbing can be a display of wealth, with large bottle orders symbolizing prestige. Unlike Korea’s multi-stop style, Japanese and Chinese nightlife tends to focus more on either intimate bars or single large venues.