Cash
現金 · genkin
Also known as: genkin
Many nightlife venues are still cash-only, and whether cards are accepted differs from venue to venue.
Plenty of hostess clubs, girls bars and snack bars take cash only. Even where cards are accepted a handling fee may apply, so many guests simply pay in cash. Listed prices are guides, so allow for nomination fees, extensions and bottles when deciding how much to carry.
In Japan you can withdraw cash at convenience store ATMs even late at night, and they accept cards issued overseas. Before going into a venue in an entertainment district, note where the nearest convenience store is.
When you'll encounter this
You see it on price lists and at entrances as "cash only", and hear it when asked how you will pay.
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