MDN: Politicians crack down on Love Hotel Hill, but can't stop the love
Romping rooms are poised to disappear from Shibuya's renowned Love Hotel Hill as politicians move toward cleaning up one of the favorite spots for young Tokyoites. Love Hotel Hill, or the Maruyamacho district of Shibuya as it is more formally known, is one of the most prominent and best-known gatherings of love hotels across Japan...But now the Shibuya Municipal Government is tightening ordinances to stop any new love hotels from being built in the area..."Prostitution is taking place in love hotels. The hotels are also a source of income for organized crime, which in turn threatens safety and has prompted many residents to complain," [says] Hiroshi Matsui, a spokesman for the Shibuya Municipal Government...more...
