Solo male wanting to visit Tokyo. Advice?

Question

I'm an American male who wishes to visit Tokyo. I'm 25 and into punk rock, counter culture ideas, photography, etc. What is the best area of Tokyo for me to visit? Will the youth be nice to me?

Answer 1

I recommend you to go Shinjuku and Roppongi area.

There are many nice punk rock clubs and can speak English.

You can get any informations you want there.

Have a nice trip !!

Answer 2

I am sure the 'youth will be nice'.  Ive lived in west japan for a few years now, and the Japanese have always been the pinnacle of politeness all things considered (in my experience anyway). One thing for you to remember, if you need help with something, and you arent sure if the person speaks English, try to find a woman to help you. Women are (probably by a larger extent then I believe) the majority of Japanese studiers of English (so to speak) and some men, if you ask them, will just ignore you and walk away (even if you speak japanese). Again, your situation may be different, but I speak from actual experience. Never been to Tokyo tho, so I cant say much about attractions aside from Disneyland or Tokyo Tower.  Have a good one!

Answer 3

Mate - the best advice I can give you is to take condoms with you because the ones in Japan are too small. Im not boasting - its a fact - and you will need them because no japanese take the pill. Go to the "gaijin bars" in Shinjuku or Ikebukero and dont be shy about talking to the Japanese - because they will never initiate a conversation with you. I really hate Roppongi but some people get into it. Sounds like Harajuku on the weekend is the right place for you.