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This is not the Nikko I saw. Nikko was a scrawny, dark haired Greek twink.

I know what you mean. It's not always convenient to make a phone call. Either an online option or a text option would be nice. I saw an IG post with a number to text HK Spa but most of my favorites are at their sister spa, 27MS, and I haven't seen a text option for them. 🤔

I couldn't resist! That is so fetch IMGFLIP.COM An image tagged that is so fetch

It would probably be even easier if there were a sub-category for the NYC spas and then all of threads would be easier to find (maybe...). There are already multiple threads about individual NYC spas here but they get lost among the other misc. threads and then people start new ones.

Yes, I can confirm this is Eason who works out of G Man spa. I've only seen him once but I will repeat.

While it's true that tipping basically doesn't exist in Japan, my experience with Redline was an exception to that rule. The guy I had at Redline had lived overseas and had definitely picked up some more "western philosophies" like pushing for tips, giving the sad story of talking about all of his bills, etc. I think I gave him an extra ¥2000 or so and said "sorry, that's all I have on me." I did not have this experience with other providers.

Did you give a $100 tip or was the total you gave $100 ($65 for the massage and $35 for the tip)? A $100 tip is great, but $35 on a $65 massage (or $30 on a $70 massage, however the math works out to be $100 total) is not good unless it's a strictly therapeutic massage at a "regular" spa. Yes, a 100% tip is normal for anything more than therapeutic. That would be my starting point, depending on the experience.

Can you tell me more about Shangrila's Jack?

Others here don't seem to be impressed by him according to this thread:

Yes, you will both shower together before starting the massage.

What are you even talking about. He's got a freakin' 5 o'clock shadow in one of his pics. He's at least mid/late 20's.

I would never discuss it with a masseur in a spa. A private masseur, sure, but not in a spa. I use body language to convey my interests - lifting my ass when he's massaging it (or nearby), spreading my legs wider, again when he's in that area. And I will "let" my hand graze his groin or inner thigh to let him know I'm interested in more than a regular massage. If he doesn't respond, I don't pursue any further.

Yes, what is this "Red Bull can" of which these newbies speak? 🤔 Trying to figure out if this some new code! 🤣

Uhm, $30 on a $65 "thera-sensual" massage is not that great... A $65 massage is pretty cheap in and of itself so I would consider a 100% tip more appropriate if it's "thera-sensual." If I were going to a more traditional spa, then 45% would be a decent tip but not here. JMHO.

I'm very curious as well. Please let us know how it goes. DM me if needed. 😜

Not so new. I saw him a few years ago. I think I contacted him via mintboys or friendboy? Something like that. He had a few ads with different pics actually. His massage was very basic, no skills to speak of. I think he said he's bi but it felt more like just gay for pay. (I had to provide my own ending.) He kept bugging me to meet again too. I did not repeat the experience...

Logen is in the newsletter, or at least he has been in past newsletters. He's a mid/late-20's Asian guy. Nice massage. I've seen him twice and plan to again.

Ben is the owner. The HK Spa account is https://www.instagram.com/hkmenspa/

Ok, Karen. I'm glad you feel so high and mighty when it comes to how people who work in this business decide how and when to show their face. 😱 While I prefer a face pic too, I have a little compassion and understanding if the pic I get is similar but not exactly identical to my masseur. And if you truly are as concerned as you say you are about the massage experience then why ask for a pic to begin with? What does their appearance matter if it's just about the massage? 🤣

I've seen Andrew twice. Even if the pics are not his, they are a close resemblance. If anything, he looks much better than the pics. To me, he's like a handsome Asian Ken doll come to life. He is gorgeous. His massage skills are average but he is willing to please. If you want a great massage, maybe look elsewhere. Realistically, if you are on this forum then you probably aren't so concerned about the massage though, right? 😜

I used Redline once. Definitely more of an escort situation despite advertising as a massage service. lol I used WhatsApp and they cater to foreigners as much as locals so the "manager" does speak English. Texting was easy. The apartment they used for incalls was not so nice...

You communicate directly with the masseur(s). Start off by translating your emails into Japanese before sending them. If they speak English, they can respond accordingly, but I think it's a nice touch, if not respectful considering you are (will be) in their country. Book a few days in advance if possible, or at least a day in advance. I probably tried a couple of guys before having success, but that's normal even in my home city. I met both of the guys I hired at my hotel. It was very convenient and saved me from having to travel. Either way, they charge a fee - a travel fee for them to come to you or a fee to use their room. If you are not comfortable finding your way around in Japan, hosting in your room is probably a better choice. The Japanese address is very different than western address system. Google Maps is pretty good but even that isn't perfect in Japan. lol

I have used this website a couple of times. https://utatane-gm.com/english/ It's basically a way for independent masseurs to advertise their availability to a wider audience. That said, YMMV from one experience to another. For example, I hired one guy who gave a very light massage and was otherwise just a "cuddle buddy" and the session ended with a HE. The second guy gave a great massage and we ended up having sex. I wouldn't necessarily expect sex each time though. The one thing that is pretty consistent is the massage is given with both parties nude and you will start off by taking a shower together. Payment is handled at the beginning of the session. Some of the masseurs speak English (various levels). I'd recommend using Google Translate to view their profiles.

I met Bodi at W Men Spa on W 30th St. Ok massage, asked for an upsell at the end (despite his limited English lol). The pics are his. I recognized him right away. Average - not the best out there but I've had worse.

I feel just the opposite actually. I feel like the private setting allows for the masseur(s) to potentially be "less inhibited." 😜