This seems quite weird for a society that is 
full of strange sexual practices/fetishes (not 
that they're alone, mind you).  I know quite a 
few people who've been to or are living in 
Japan, and my goodness, what a 'party'.  I have 
heard it described as "The closest thing to 
visiting another world without leaving the 
planet."  This guy's website is great..gives you 
real perspective on what it's like. 

http://www.harmful.org/homedespot/ADIARY.htm

Visit the Home Despot area, it is an absolute 
riot.  All the things he sees and does are 
just...freakin wack (fun). Anyways, I cant 
imagine that this will hold up for long. I mean, 
dam..I have some doujinshi that is WAY explicit, 
even for manga.  Doesnt mean it diminishes my 
morals...it just makes for good con talk, haha.

PS:  I heard you can also buy used tampons, 
complete with photos of the girls who used 
them...this came from my boyfriend's boss, who 
actually went to Japan this year for the gaming 
expo.  XP~~~~