noun
food and entertainment businesses; nightlife establishments
Refers to businesses regulated under Japan's 風俗営業法 (Law on Control and Improvement of Amusement Businesses), including cabarets, clubs, bars, and restaurants with entertainment. Often used in legal and administrative contexts.
この地域では風俗営業の許可が必要です。
A permit for food and entertainment businesses is required in this area.
風俗営
Revisions to the Law on Control and Improvement of Amusement Businesses are being discussed.
noun
sex industry; sex-related businesses
In everyday usage, 風俗営業 often specifically refers to the sex industry, including soaplands, pink salons, and other adult entertainment. This sense is a common extension of the legal term.
彼は風俗営業で働いている。
He works in the sex industry.
風俗営業の求人広告がネットに多い。
There are many job ads for sex-related businesses online.