The other issue is that most of the shops/bars in Patpong 1 are closed, so no atmosphere. Really rather depressing. I saw stall holders closing up at 8pm.
It is there, but, as suggested, a shadow of its former self. Perhaps one third of the Soi has stalls, and not all spaces taken. It may be me, but I thought the quantity of tat has increased. Even on...
I went there for a legitimate foot massage on New Year's Eve, and couldn't help noticing that all masseurs were male, ditto customers. Some masseurs young and good looking. Guys coming down from...