The only throne war where everyone's already half-undressed.
Shinjuku, the city at night. Among the neon lights is Rika Togawa, the host of the club "Rika," which is dominated by women. With her natural talent and beauty, she not only managed the club but also gained a reputation as a lyricist. That night, Ruri, a fresh-faced 18-year-old girl appears and seeks to dethrone her...
Production
Shinjuku neon captured with shoestring-budget obsession.
Acting
Naomi Tani's side-eye could cut glass.
Director
Mamoru Watanabe
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Mamoru Watanabe directed over 40 pink films; this was his attempt at 'prestige' within the genre.
The 'Rika' club setting mirrors real Shinjuku hostess bars where older women trained newcomers—pink film often disguised documentary instincts as exploitation.
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