Why Do the "Salary Men" of White-Collar Japan Go to Hostess

question 40

Multiple Choice

Why do the "salary men" of white-collar Japan go to hostess bars?

• A) to find suitable companions for the evening
• B) to build and strengthen office relationships and corporate culture
• C) to relieve their sexual tensions
• D) to enjoy banter about women's breasts

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