Hello!
So, I have been reading various threads here... but I was too shy to make an account and finally went for it!
I've been in Japan for a month or so. And through this forum I decided to give it a go to Universe Club.
They requested general information through email and two photos.
I read in here that the procedure indicates to first have an interview and after that your photos for your portfolio are taken if you pass the interview. However, their reply to me was sending an address, and telling to please be dressed as for a luxury dinner since they'll take my photos.
Did they skip the interview? Is this normal?
This is my first time doing this, so I'm a bit nervous.
Also! Thank you very much. Ahhh
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I was a member of Universe Club. Speaking from a male perspective, it seems the interview isn't about rather you will be accepted. It is more about what category you will be in. Getting in BLACK (if they are still using this format) will put you in the Elite category. However it is the most expensive (for men) and very limited prospects, however, when you get one it is very likely it will be beneficial for you.
I personally think Gold is the better of the category, it is one below Black and prospects are more plentiful. While it is cheaper than Black it is beneficial and it commands a very good level of respect.
If they have not changed the categories, they are from lowest to highest:
WHITE
SILVER
GOLD
BLACK
I think the categories White, Silver and Gold are based on your choose and their recommendation (maybe your looks, based on the interviewer).
The categories are significant for a couple reasons:
1) As I mentioned the accessibility of the woman, the lower the category the more woman (looks are comparable), these dates are cheaper to arrange, so these woman are likely going on more dates. I, personally, look at these as cheap dates. The woman may have a completely different and polar opposite perspective than mine.
2) The higher the category the higher cost the prospect pays to meet you. This is a two edged sword. The more he pays for a date, the more he is (I was) expecting the date to end with a private meeting; however, this perspective is what I expected, another man may not have these expectations. You will likely know his intentions if you have a decent conversation during your meal.
3) When I was a member, the ladies profile indicated their likelihood of continuing the date to a private setting after the first meeting (lunch, dinner). E category meant she "will" go . The lower the letter the less likely she was willing to go. I usually selected dates with women who choose E and D for this category; however, if the lady was very attractive I would select from lower categories.
IMPORTANT NOTE: You always have the choice to continue on a private date or not. There is no pressure for you to do anything unless you like him. I have gone on a few dates where she did not like me enough to continue the date and it ended after the meal. (Most disappointing for me).
I stopped using the service because it was too expensive without assurance I would get a private meeting. If I wanted casual dating, I don't need a service I could go out on my own. It would be cheaper and my hit rate would likely be better (smile).
I wish you well and lots of success.