East Asian KTV Industry Comparative Analysis Report
Comprehensive Analysis of Pricing Systems and Service Features in Premium Entertainment Facilities across Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and China
1. Executive Summary
This comprehensive report provides detailed comparative analysis of premium entertainment facility operations, pricing structures, and service offerings across four major East Asian markets: Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and China. Our analysis considers cultural backgrounds, economic conditions, and actual utilization costs to objectively evaluate both cost and experience quality in each market.
Research Scope: Premium-tier establishments in major metropolitan areas featuring high-quality female cast members and luxury service standards.
2. Country-by-Country Market Analysis
🇯🇵 Japan (Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto & Fukuoka Premium Cabaret Clubs(High-end girls bar))
Target Markets
- Tokyo: Roppongi, Ginza, Shinjuku Kabukicho
- Osaka: Kitashinchi (Umeda), Shinsaibashi, Namba
- Kyoto: Gion District
- Fukuoka: Nakasu, Tenjin
Basic Pricing Structure
Service Category | Price Range | Notes |
Set Charge (60 minutes) | ¥10,000-20,000 | Main floor vs. VIP tier pricing |
Extension (30 minutes) | ¥5,000-8,000 | Standard rate |
Nomination Fee | ¥2,000-3,300 | Main/floor nomination |
Escort Fee (Dohan) | ¥3,000-5,000 | Per occasion |
VIP Private Room (60 min) | ¥30,000-50,000 | Premium establishments higher |
Beverage Policy
- Included in Set: All-you-can-drink for guests (whiskey, shochu, beer)
- Separate Charges: Ladies' drinks (¥1,000-5,000 per glass)
- Premium Options: Champagne & luxury bottles (tens of thousands of yen)
- Service & Tax: 25-30% service charge + 10% consumption tax = 35-40% total surcharge
4-Person Group, 2-Hour Session Cost Estimate (Roppongi Premium Establishment)
- Set + Extensions: ¥30,000 × 4 = ¥120,000
- Nomination Fees: ¥6,000 × 4 = ¥24,000
- Ladies' Drinks: ¥12,000 × 4 = ¥48,000
- Bottle Service: ¥30,000
- Subtotal (before tax/service): ¥222,000
Total with Tax/Service: ~¥310,000 (¥75,000-80,000 per person)
🇰🇷 South Korea (Seoul Gangnam High-End Room Salons/Jjeom-o/Ten Pro)
Pricing Structure
Service Category | Price (KRW) | Notes |
Agassi Time Charge (2 hours) | 440,000 | Per person hourly system |
Agassi Time Charge (3 hours) | 550,000 | Extended session |
Agassi Time Charge (7-hour Full) | 1,100,000 | Full-time package |
Room Charge (Roomti) | 100,000 | Per room |
Waiter Tips | 50,000 | Per evening |
Band Fee (1 hour) | 100,000-150,000 | Live entertainment |
Liquor Charges (Judae)
- 17-Year Whiskey: ~700,000 KRW per bottle
- Additional Bottles: ~500,000 KRW
- Beer & Mixers: Bottle service + mixers
- Payment: Transparent pricing system (jeongchallje), credit cards accepted (fees may apply)
4-Person Group, 2-Hour Session Cost Estimate (Gangnam High-End Jjeom-o)
- Agassi TC: 440,000 KRW × 4 = 1,760,000 KRW
- Room Charge: 100,000 KRW
- Waiter Tips: 50,000 KRW
- Band (1 hour): 150,000 KRW
- Liquor Service: 700,000-1,200,000 KRW
Total: ~2.76-3.26 million KRW (700,000-800,000 KRW per person / ~¥70,000-90,000 equivalent)
🇹🇼 Taiwan (Taipei Linsen North District Premium KTV/Business K)
Four Business Model Comparison
Venue Type | Hostess Seating Fee | Room Charge | Service Fee | Features |
Uniform Clubs | 100 min: 4,000 TWD | 1,000 TWD~ | 1,000 TWD | Unlimited beer included |
Dress Clubs | 100 min: 4,000 TWD | 2,000 TWD~ | 1,000 TWD | Fruit platter included |
Casual Clubs (Premium) | 1 hour: 2,400 TWD | 3,000 TWD~ | 1,200 TWD + Manager fee 2,000 TWD | Liquor separate |
Princess Clubs (KTV Style) | 1 hour: 2,400 TWD | 6,000 TWD~ | Included in opening service | KTV + full service |
Beverage Pricing
- Foreign Liquor: 2,500 TWD~
- Beer: 100 TWD~ per bottle
- Credit Card Fee: +10-18%
4-Person Group, 2-Hour Session Cost Estimate (Premium Casual/Princess Club)
- Base Charges (excluding liquor): 28,600-29,600 TWD
- Foreign Liquor (2 bottles) + Beer: 10,000-15,000 TWD
Total: ~38,000-45,000 TWD (9,500-11,000 TWD per person)
🇨🇳 China (Shanghai Premium Business KTV)
Basic Pricing Structure
Room Category | Minimum Spend (Dixiao) | Notes |
Small Room | 1,680-2,680 RMB | Room + liquor package included |
Medium Room | 2,580-3,280 RMB | Standard tier |
Large Room | 3,680-6,000+ RMB | Ultra-premium establishments higher |
Hostess Fees (Xiaofei/Taifei)
- Standard Tier: 800-1,800 RMB per person
- Ranking System: Tiered rates at 1,300/1,500/1,800 RMB
- Ultra-Premium Tier: 3,000+ RMB per person
Beverage Services
- VSOP/XO/Whiskey: Bottle-focused service
- 2-3 Bottle Packages: ~5,000 RMB range
- Included in Minimum: Most establishments include liquor in minimum spend requirements
Per-Person Spending Guidelines
- Standard-Mid Tier: 1,500-3,500 RMB per person
- Premium Tier: 3,500-5,000 RMB per person
- Ultra-Premium: ~8,000 RMB per person
Premium KTV 4-Person, 2-3 Hours: ~14,000-20,000 RMB (3,500-5,000 RMB per person)
3. Comprehensive 4-Country Comparison
Comparative analysis for 4-person groups, ~2-hour sessions at premium-tier establishments (estimated ranges)
Country/Region | Basic Pricing System | Female Cast Fees | Beverage Policy | 4-Person Total | Per-Person Cost |
🇯🇵 Japan | 60-min set ~¥15,000 | Guest all-you-can-drink included | Whiskey etc. unlimited included | ~¥300,000-320,000 | ~¥75,000-80,000 |
🇰🇷 South Korea | Liquor + room charge 100k KRW | Agassi TC: 2hr 440k KRW/person | Bottle-based whiskey focus | ~2.76-3.26M KRW | ~700k-800k KRW |
🇹🇼 Taiwan | Room charge: Casual 3,000 TWD~ | Seating: 2,400 TWD/hour per person | Casual/Princess liquor separate | ~38,000-45,000 TWD | ~9,500-11,000 TWD |
🇨🇳 China | Small room minimum 1,680-2,680 RMB~ | Hostess fees: 800-1,800 RMB/person | Most include minimum = liquor package | ~14,000-20,000 RMB | ~3,500-5,000 RMB |
4. Japanese Yen Conversion Comparison
*Based on estimated 2024 average exchange rates for reference
Country/Region | Local Currency (Per Person) | JPY Conversion (Approx.) |
🇯🇵 Japan | 75,000-80,000 JPY | 75,000-80,000 JPY |
🇰🇷 South Korea | 700,000-800,000 KRW | 70,000-90,000 JPY |
🇹🇼 Taiwan | 9,500-11,000 TWD | 45,000-52,000 JPY |
🇨🇳 China | 3,500-5,000 RMB | 70,000-100,000 JPY |
