I'm from the U.S. and don't speak Japanese.
First day in Japan was jet lagged and was up at 5am so went for a jog through Shinjuku Kabukicho area. One of the touts stopped me and asked if I wanted massage. Offered 18,000 for 1 hour full service. I wasn't in the mood but curious how low he would go. After 5 minutes of bartering he was offering 1 hour full service for 10,000 ($100 us).
So... if you are looking to get off for cheap... go early in the morning and have some fun.
First day in Japan was jet lagged and was up at 5am so went for a jog through Shinjuku Kabukicho area. One of the touts stopped me and asked if I wanted massage. Offered 18,000 for 1 hour full service. I wasn't in the mood but curious how low he would go. After 5 minutes of bartering he was offering 1 hour full service for 10,000 ($100 us).
So... if you are looking to get off for cheap... go early in the morning and have some fun.