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Japayuki-san

Japayuki-san

9.9
A Japanese woman who works as a hostess or entertainer in another Asian country
  • noun
  • Archaic
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  • Her documentary explores the lives of several Japayuki-san who work as entertainers in bars across Asia.

Examples

  • Her documentary explores the lives of several Japayuki-san in the Philippines.

  • Many Japayuki-san remitted money home to support their families.

  • The term Japayuki-san highlights social issues surrounding migrant workers from Japan.

  • The Japayuki-san at the bar was very friendly.

  • Many Japayuki-sans have found success overseas.

  • Many Japayuki-san send money back to Japan to support their families.

  • The Japayuki-san performed beautifully, captivating the audience with her singing.

Surface Forms

Japayuki-san singular
Japayuki-sans plural

Etymology

The word Japayuki-san likely combines Japan and the Japanese verb yuku meaning 'to go', plus the polite -san meaning 'Mr/Ms'. A helpful way to remember it is to think of a 'Japan-go' person — a Japanese woman who travels abroad to work, which is why the term is used for hostesses or entertainers working in other countries.