The Women of Ginza

Aki Shirasaka, Nightclub Operator In this episode, we meet Aki Shirasaka, who runs an exclusive hostess club in Tokyo's upscale Ginza district. Our cameras offer a rare glimpse into this enchanting world, where glamorous women captivate powerful men and capture their hearts through unsparing hospitality and feminine charm. We also meet a woman known as a living legend of Ginza. Shizuka Sonoda presides over one of Japan's most famous literary bars, a favorite haunt for decades of famous authors and manga creators. Go behind the scenes and meet the women who make Ginza's nightlife dazzle.