Japan’s Handsome Weeping Boys: women paid to cry with ‘Ikemeso Danshi’
In Japan, a fascinating service known as Ikemeso Danshi offered a unique opportunity for clients to hire charming men specifically for emotional support. Clients could browse profiles of handsome companions whose role was to create a safe space for cathartic tears. Aimed mainly at women facing high-pressure job environments, this service charged about 7,900 yen. Its current status, however, is somewhat mysterious, leaving many wondering if it's still operational.
