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In this digital age, people are finding it challenging to build strong connections or even makefriends.
It might seem far-fetched, but that is actually something you might do!
One curious traveler tried it for himself and shared his experience online.
The word ossan means uncle, and the site allows people to rent different types of old men.
As Nick explained, people could rent a cultural, snuggly, small, or even kind old man.
The renter must also cover the cost of the persons food, travel, and other activities.
This is quite a lucrative business, and there are many successful people for rent.
One such person isMorimoto, who actually charges $96 (10,000) per session to do nothing.
It might seem baffling that folks would pay for such surface-level relationships.
This feeling of loneliness and disconnect is exactly why person-rental services are becoming so popular.
She has also contributed to articles on Japanese culture and language for theTofugu blog.
For those who lack companions, these rental services can be a lifeline.
In my case, when I rented a girlfriend in Japan, it was primarily for a YouTube video.
Jordenadded that his experience was surprisingly positive.
Thats why we askedMami Suzukiif shes ever rented someone like Nick did.
I learned that its crucial to clearly communicate what you expect from the person youre renting.
Misunderstandings can lead to messy situations, especially if youre setting them up to play a specific role.
These rent-a-person resources seem to have many upsides for people looking for support, friendship, and care.
However, there can also be potential downsides that people dont seem to consider.
Mami Suzuki explained that meeting a stranger always carries risks, particularly if youre alone.
Theres also the chance that either the client or therented individualmight not show up.
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