Crystal ● Brynhildr ● Goblet ● W7 P42
Every Other Monday ● 8pm - 12am CST
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Current Happenings & Upcoming Events
We're Recruiting! Looking for Managers, Entertainers, Security, Chefs, and Greeters! But your role goes beyond the surface. See beyond the Flower Veil to learn more!
Content warning! This is an immersive 21+ heavy RP space and deals in dark/mature content. Personal discretion advised. Please be sure to read all of our rules for the best experience.
Hiyou-Aya
It was a whisper upon the wind, a gentle breeze in the wake of a certain lounge's fall. Nobody quite knows what happened to that lounge, only that one day, it's doors closed for good, the owner nowhere to be seen for some time. Some speculated the Sekiseigumi finally came down upon them, and the owner whisked away to an unknown fate. That was the rumor that circulated for several years.
...And then, emerging from the ashes of that moonlit lounge came a humble teahouse. A simple thing, barely a dint in the bustling life of Kugane's entertainment district. Yet, over time, over decades, that humble teahouse became something respectable... something revered. One day, nobody knew a thing about this plain-looking ochaya--the next, the name Hiyou-Aya was on the lips of every merchant, every resident, and it left upon the lips of every foreigner within Hingashi. And with it came a rumor.A rumor above that the finest tea in all of Othard was birthed from this ochaya. A rumor below that certain substances thought long lost had resurfaced once more. A rumor between that the stray dogs were on the prowl once more, haunting the darkened roads and low-lit corners. What this meant for Kugane, Hingashi, and the world beyond, only time may tell. And perhaps, you may be a part of that tale--though, whether that tale is of a friend or foe, that is your choice to decide.
Rules and info
Leave drama at the door. We will not tolerate bringing external issues and drama into our establishment, ICly or OOCly.
PLEASE SEPARATE IC FROM OOC, DO NOT BLEED!
Anyone caught instigating problems or fighting in our teahouse will be promptly escorted out, and severe instances will result in a ban.
This is a 21+ lounge, you must be at least this age both IC and OOC. No exceptions.
Yell and shout chat are meant exclusively for staff announcements, please do not use these chat modes.
Consent is key. We do not tolerate forcing anything upon anyone's characters, or controlling others actions.
We offer only SFW companionship services here. While flirting is most certainly allowed, please do not solicit any of our staff for ERP services. What you do outside these halls is your business, but during operating hours, we are SFW only. (NSFW topics of a non-sexual nature are, of course, expected.)
This space is heavy RP, please do your best to maintain this immersive atmosphere within the lounge and keep OOC chat to a minimum. Use () or a variation to denote OOC chatter when necessary.
Please make sure to remove weapons, heavy armor, and shoes before entering, or check them in at the door. Special slippers will be provided at the door.
Looking to get more involved? Join our discord for all the latest on events and plots!
Hiyou-Aya is a neutral area open to above and below board plotlines, so be respectful, listen to staff, and have fun!
We offer a wide selection of drinks; from classic teas and alcohol to seasonal green teas and signature cocktails, ask your maiko/geisha for suggestions.
Non-Alcoholic Drinks - 500g
White Teas - 1000g
Silver Needle, White Peony, Gong Mei, Shou Mei, & Moonlight White
(Can be infused with floral essences upon request)
Black Teas - 1000g
Assam, Darjeeling, Ceylon, Keemun, Lapsang Souchong
Blends include Ishgardian Breakfast, Earl Grey, Masala Chai, Pu'erh, and Orange Pekoe
(Can be brewed into latte's upon request)
Oolong - 1000g
Brewed light for a more floral flavor, or darker for a more mature profile.
Seasonal Green Tea Blends - 2000g
Cold-Brew Gyokuro
A sweeter, thicker variety of gyokuro boasting a deep, broth-like feel and flavor hints of sweet edamame, fresh nori, and high-quality dashi.
Mugicha
A summertime staple throughout Hingashi, this roasted barley tea is perfect over ice and provides a naturally sweet, nutty, and aromatic profile, with a clean, refreshing finish.
Citrus Hojicha
Served hot for a more aromatic brew, or cold for a highly refreshing feel, this tea marries the deep, warm earthiness of roasted green tea with that of bright, zesty fruit, creating a complex mingling of cozy comfort and tangy refreshment.
Sake - 2000 - 8000g
Available in a variety of grades and styles, simply ask for your preference.
Signature Cocktails - 2000g
Bloodhound - Smoked rye whiskey, blackcurrant liqueur, & moonberry wine
Winter's Silence: Iceberry liqueur, snowmelt pearl tea, spearmint syrup, & arctic iris petals
Silver Veil: Clear rice vodka, silver leaf infusion, & white peach cordial
Moonless Night: Charcoal-filtered gin, fermented nightberry, & licorice root
Start your experience off with a bite into luxury with one of these appealing appetizers.
Yuzu-Miso Dengaku Trio - Charcoal-roasted eggplant, tofu, and lotus root glazed with sweet yuzu miso and sesame ash.
Sakura Shrimp Chawanmushi - Silken savory custard topped with sakura shrimp oil, mitsuba, and seasonal herbs.
Wagyu Tataki with Smoked Soy - Lightly seared wagyu over shaved daikon, chrysanthemum greens, and smoked soy ponzu.
Tea-Smoked Duck & Persimmon Monaka - Crisp monaka wafer filled with tea-smoked duck mousse, persimmon preserve, and sansho pepper.
Made with ingredients farmed locally and harvested fresh, the very best of Hingan cuisine.
Snow Crab & Yuzu Steamed Dumplings - Delicate translucent dumplings filled with snow crab, shrimp, and seasonal vegetables, served in a fragrant yuzu-infused dashi with mitsuba and shaved daikon.
Binchotan Wagyu Striploin - A5 wagyu with mountain pepper jus, seasonal vegetables, and black garlic puree.
Crispy Sea Bream Ochazuke - Steamed rice served in a fragrant hojicha broth with crisp sea bream skin, ume, and mitsuba for garnish.
Tea-Braised Pork Belly Kakuni - Pork belly slow-braised to perfection in roasted tea broth, served alongisde mustard greens and soft egg.
Every noodle is hand-made, every sip of broth made from scratch, every bowl made with utmost care.
Truffle Soba - Hand-cut buckwheat soba in warm dashi with shaved truffle and a soft onsen egg as the centerpiece.
Sesame Tantan Udon - Thick, chewy udon noodles served in a creamy sesame broth with chili oil, minced duck, and seasonal greens.
Cold Yuzu Somen - Chilled somen noodles bathed in a citrus broth and garnished with cucumber ribbons and tobiko.
Duck & Burnt Garlic Shoyu Ramen - Clear soy-based broth layered with roasted duck fat, handmade noodles, tea-marinated egg, grilled scallion, and crispy garlic oil.
End your evening with a slice of divine sweetness to tantalize even the most refined palates.
Matcha Opera Cake - Layered matcha sponge, dark chocolate ganache, and adzuki cream.
Sakura & White Chocolate Parfait - Layered sakura mousse, white chocolate cream, strawberry jelly, and almond crumble finished with cherry blossoms.
Yuzu Blancmange - Soft citrus custard with sparkling jelly and candied peel.
Charcoal-Grilled Mitarashi Dango - Freshly grilled rice dumplings finished with warm, sweet soy glaze, kinako powder, and an optional hojicha caramel or black sugar syrup.
Illicit smokes - 5000g (per gram)
These are available on the 'secret' menu, requested with any phrase including 'behind the flower veil.'
All smokes come in cigars, cigarettes, or pipes, and can be flavored to one's liking upon request.
Ghost Smoke
A blend of dried belladonna, white lotus, and crushed river pearls. Induces vivid hallucinations of the dead and can cause users to hear voices of lost loved ones. Chronic smokers struggle to tell dreams from reality.
En'enra's Whisper
Made from charred datura flowers and fermented opium resin, this smoke numbs the senses and dulls pain. Those who overindulge report losing time, as if hours or even days pass in a haze without memory.
Black Lacquer Mountain
A fine, gritty powder smoked through bamboo pipes. It floods the body with heat and makes the user feel invincible for a short time, but it is highly addictive, leaving black stains on the lips and teeth of chronic users.
Moonlight Ash
A mix of willow bark, foxglove, and fermented sake lees. It slows the heart and induces a dreamlike state where time seems to stretch. Those who use it too often become detached, speaking in riddles or forgetting conversations moments after they occur.
Corpse Fog
A strong, acrid blend of burnt mandrake and spiced myrrh. It causes a surge of euphoria and provides an out of body experience. Overindulgence results in a sudden sense of impending doom and a 'cold' feeling in the lungs.
Spider Silk
A rare, expensive blend that includes dried saffron petals and venom-laced betel leaves. It enhances speech and confidence but makes the user sweat excessively, sometimes developing an unsettling, sticky skin texture over time.
Mask-Maker's Gift
A sweet-smelling smoke infused with rare herbs and powdered lacquer. It heightens charm and reduces inhibitions, but long-term use can cause muscle stiffness in the face, creating a permanent mask-like expression.
Hiyou-Aya Geisha
Within the halls of Hiyou-Aya lie beings of beauty, grace, and utmost finery. Gender has no bearing here, all who train to embody the very breath of luxury may put their training to practice here. Stepping within these serene halls invites one into a world of relaxing extravagance, and ensures none will leave unsatisfied. Only the highest standards, only the most luxurious for the honored guests of this ochaya.
Alongside general companionship services during open hours, Hiyou-Aya offers it's esteemed patrons the opportunity to indulge in extra special luxury tailored just for you. Whether a space is needed to hold an important meeting, or one simply wishes to chase away the loneliness for a short while, booking a tea ceremony will undoubtedly turn your night around. Below are the ceremony packages offered.
Pricing for Tea Ceremonies do require actual gil paid to the house. These fares go towards the booked maiko/geisha and towards maintenance/events run by the teahouse. Please speak with the Tayu about booking a ceremony.
Tea Ceremonies
Held in a quieter area of the teahouse, these ceremonies allow patrons a bit more personal time with their chosen maiko/geisha. For an additional 100k, each ceremony can be upgraded to a private room for ultimate peace and intimacy.
Sencha-do - A simple, light ceremony with a maiko/geisha of choice that focuses on brewing loose-leaf green tea rather than matcha.
Duration: 1 hour - $100k (single person only)
Chakai - A relaxed, informal ceremony with a maiko/geisha of choice focusing on serving thin matcha and seasonal sweets. Includes sake tasting to pair with each sweet.
Duration: 2 hours - 250k (+100k for an additional person)
Chaji - A highly formal gathering with either a high-ranked geisha or the Tayu involving a traditional kaiseki full-course meal and both thick and thin ceremonial matcha.
Duration: 4 hours - 500k (+250k per additional person, up to three)
Note: Chaji ceremonies require pre-booking to account for preparation times. All ceremonies can be booked during operating hours, or after hours. After hours incur an additional 50k fee per hour.
Drinking Game Rules
These games operate on a point and penalty system. During gameplay, the penalties are as follows:
Player must take a shot of sake or drink and entire glass of a weaker drink; reveal a secret, or must pay a compliment to the round winner in shout.A guest losing a game will earn them a playful nickname for the rest of the night, and continuous losses will maintain that nickname until the guest can redeem themselves with a win. (The nickname will be respectful, if playful, and will be agreed upon OOCly beforehand).A guest winning a game earns them one of the following rewards:
A keepsake from the maiko/geisha, a private performance/ceremony (1 hour, during the next open night), or a commemorative gpose with the maiko/geisha (to be taken at a scheduled time agreed upon by the recipient and the maiko/geisha).
Rewards are entirely at the maiko/geisha's discretion, please do not harass them for constant games or specific rewards.
Konpira Fune Fune
A traditional Hingan hand-rhythm drinking game, players take turns in 4-5 rounds placing or removing a small object (sake-cup or box) to the rhythm of an old folk song, matching their hand gestures to whether the object is present or absent--a flat hand placed upon the cup if it is not removed, or a closed fist upon the table if the cup is removed.
How it Works & Rules
Both participants will enter a party together and roll a /dice 100 to determine roles. The higher roll will be the 'Sailor', and the lower the 'Shore'.
Once roles have been determined, the 'Sailor' will begin the game by reciting the song, and will roll a /dice 2. This will determine if the 'Sailor' lifts or remains the object in play.
The 'Shore' will then roll a /dice 2, and if the number matches, the 'Shore' will have reacted appropriately to the 'Sailor''s action and will gain a point.
However, if the numbers do not match, the 'Shore' will lose that round, and must choose a penalty to enact, and the 'Sailor' gains the point instead.
Then, the next round begins, and the players swap roles, repeating the process until four rounds have passed. A fifth round may be played in the case of a draw (both players having won two rounds).
If the guest wins, they earn a token from the maiko/geisha, but if the guest loses, they earn a playful punishment.
Tora Tora
Another traditional Hingan drinking game, this game is most similar to rock-paper-scissors, but with whole body involvement. For 3 rounds, players will stand and cover their faces while a folk song is sung, and on the final beat, they will reveal themselves with an action representing one of three beings: the Tiger, the Warrior, or the Old Woman.
How it Works & Rules
Both participants will enter a party together and will stand and cover their faces so that they cannot be seen by each other. Then, both players will roll a /dice 3 to determine which action they must take.
1 = The Tiger (posed with claws up and a scary face); 2 = The Warrior (posed as though holding a spear ready to strike); 3 = The Old Woman (posed hunched over leaning on a cane.) The players must make the corresponding pose to their rolled number.
The dice roll will happen at the same time, and then players will take turns writing out their determined being, and determine the winner. The Tiger beats the Old Woman, The Old Woman beats the Warrior, and the Warrior beats the Old Woman.
Whoever wins the round earns a point. In the case of a draw, players will reassume their positions and play again, up to a best out of 3. The loser of each round must choose a penalty to enact.
If the guest wins, they earn a token from the maiko/geisha, but if the guest loses, they earn a playful punishment.
Tosenkyo
A popular Hingan drinking game involving throwing a folding fan at a paper butterfly placed upon a wooden box (the 'pillow). This game is played in 3 rounds, each round allowing both players two chances to knock the butterfly down with the thrown fan.
How it Works & Rules
Both participants will join a party together and roll /dice 100 to determine who goes first. Once order is determined and the fan, butterfly, and pillow are set up, the game begins.
The first player will sit at a distance from the target butterfly, and will attempt to throw an opened folding fan to knock the butterfly down. The attempt will be made by rolling a /dice 6.
1-2 = a miss; 3-4 = a hit, but the butterfly didn't fall over; 5-6 = A hit and the butterfly fell over.
The player will receive two chances to knock the butterfly over, unless they knock it over on the first attempt. If either attempt results in a knocked over butterfly, that player earns a point.
If neither attempt results in a knocked over butterfly, the player must enact a penalty of choice. Then, the next player takes their turn, the round ending after both players have made their attempts. The next round begins, until 3 rounds total have passed.
The player with the most points by the end is the winner. In the event of a tie, both players will engage in a death roll to determine the winner.
If the guest wins, they earn a token from the maiko/geisha, but if the guest loses, they earn a playful punishment.
Hiyou-Aya House Members
We're recruiting new members! Roles include Management, masc and femme presenting Maiko/Geisha, Chefs, and Security! Please see our Backdoor page on how to join!
Yuu "Yuuko" Hinatsuki
Owner/Head Teamaster/Tayu
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Izumi Takahashi
Maiko
"Finding honor in one's duty is a precious thing."
"Amidst a field of gentle irises, a wolf howls at the moon... joined, by a chorus."
We're a respectful and honor-bound yakuza that houses the 'strays' of Kugane and beyond--those who fit outside the norm, on the surface and beneath. Outcasts of other groups, yokai who don't quite operate like their brethren, those running from dark pasts and more, we provide a safe-haven, a home, a family to those seeking more to their lives. In return, we showcase the beauty in every member through our teahouse, whether it be working as one of our talented geisha, or protecting the sanctity of the teahouse as security, or even operating as our welcomers and chefs, every member has a role, a purpose, and an opportunity to grow.Ours is a somewhat modified yet traditional yakuza hierarchy that branches into three pathways: that of the entertainers, the guards, and the advisors, and every member is encouraged to put their skills to use where they're most comfortable. A criminal enterprise beneath--yet we never go after the little guy, our retribution falls upon only those who have rightfully earned it. On the surface, we operate a fully legal teahouse that uplifts the geisha arts--regardless of gender, providing luxurious experiences to those who enter our halls.Norainu seeks fellow strays to join together, to create bonds, and to show the beauty and power present in those that exist on the fringe of society. We need members to help us grow, allies to create mutual connections with, and even enemies to keep our fangs sharp. If you've found yourself following that trail of arctic iris blossoms, followed the distant calls for belonging, we welcome you. If you're ready to become a member of Norainu, join our discord, and submit an application via our Join the Family channel to get started.Please note, we do NOT engage in slavery or 'bad-end' RP! This is non-negotiable, if this is something you're looking for, we cannot offer you a place with us.
Valued Affiliates
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