Recent Tokyo Experience - Maybe a trend
Reading the most recent reports, I was reminded of my most recent visit to Tokyo, a few weeks back. I have previously filed favorable reports about Tokyo. However, they seem to be experiencing unpredictable turnover. The attendant I had on the last visit gave all the signs of impending poor service. For the first time, I opted for the half-hour session. "Pretty young lady' came in the door, and the first words were "you want everything? Pay in advance." My previous experience was providing the attendant a $ tip at the end of the f/s session, without discussion of amount. This time, the lady wanted $.5 at first, then tried to negotiate down to $.2. After offering to simply leave, she reconsidered, and would be back in a minute. Upon her return, she said climb on the table. What? No Shower? (very unclean on her part, and certainly half the experience on mine). After a moment's negotiation, we decided a shower would be a very good thing. Once we got under way, the session then glided along smoothly, with all the expected basic services. Two conclusions from this visit: I wonder if there is an effort among the amps to hike the rate of services a bit, and second, I am considering other options in the area.
Warren needs another superstar.