Tamago, which translates as "omelet" or "egg," is basically an upmarket drag king or onnabe bar where women go to be served drinks, to have cigarettes lit, and to be serenaded by the hot, resident, butch hosts. If you venture inside, you might be

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Tamago, which translates as "omelet" or "egg," is basically an upmarket drag king or onnabe bar where women go to be served drinks, to have cigarettes lit, and to be serenaded by the hot, resident, butch hosts. If you venture inside, you might be surprised to discover that most, though not all, of the women who pay around $15 for kingly attention are groups of straight office workers out for a different night on the town. If you can search it out, you'll get an idea of the scene in the documentary, "Shinjuku Boys." Pop in after a night exploring Ni-chome, as Tamago is open till 5 A.M.

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