Yūrei

• Location: Red-October Industrial River District
• Theme: Industrial-chic with a hauntingly artistic edge, reflecting the district’s gritty, creative vibe.
• Meaning: Yūrei” translates to “ghost” in Japanese and refers to spirits from Japanese folklore. It encapsulates the district’s transformation from a historic factory to a nightlife hotspot, where the echoes of the past coexist with modern energy. The name also hints at an otherworldly, edgy allure. The ghost represents the risen spirit of the old factories along the river.

Staff

Hosts and hostesses are available for selection, including gender fluid or non-binary with most such individuals are simply referred to as ‘hosts’ in that case. Serving staff are not available for pleasure or purchase. Security and cleaning are managed by independent contractors. If a guest wishes to “break up” with their previously claimed host or hostess, they should do so formally before requesting another. No host or hostess would ever “break up” with a guest except in extreme circumstances that would undoubtedly involve security. Hosts and hostesses that can channel are the most expensive.

Description

Yūrei is located in the Red October District, a river-front industrial region that’s been empty for over twenty years. The club is housed in a renovated brick factory built in 1861, its red-brick is contrasted by sweeping panels of frosted silver glass that shimmer under the moonlight. These panels reflect the glow of the city lights, giving the building an otherworldly, ghost-like presence. The structure is imposing, with its industrial roots evident in the exposed steel beams framing the upper stories.

The entrance is framed by angular gates adorned with abstract silver patterns. Above the door, the club’s name, “Yūrei,” glows softly in luminous white kanji, outlined in deep crimson, as if pulsing faintly like a heartbeat. A narrow pathway lined with low, silver lanterns leads to the entrance, their soft, flickering light casting intricate shadows that move as if alive.

The building’s design embraces the dichotomy of the Red October District—a fusion of history and modern refinement. The industrial bones of the structure ground it in the area’s storied past, while its sleek, spectral accents signal a bold future.

Inside Yūrei, the atmosphere plays with light and shadow, creating a space that feels simultaneously grounded and otherworldly. The color palette revolves around black, silver, white, and muted crimson, evoking an elegance that sets it apart. The floors are polished gray stone, veined with subtle streaks of shimmering silver that catch the light as guests move. Along the walls, white plaster panels textured to resemble soft, flowing fabric are interspersed with black glass and brushed metal.

The main hall is illuminated with cascading silver light that mimics the movement of flowing water. Above, a grand installation dominates the ceiling: a series of suspended, curved glass panels etched with delicate mist patterns. These panels are illuminated with soft white light and arranged to form a swirling, abstract cloud-like shape, casting spectral shadows across the space.

At the center of the room lies the wrestling platform its edges bordered by translucent white panels. The stage itself is a matte black platform, contrasting sharply with the sleek brightness of its surroundings.

Seating areas are arranged in curved tiers around the stage, designed for both comfort and unobstructed views. Plush armchairs and lounges are upholstered in a mix of silver-gray and crimson velvet, their softness contrasting with the angular metal tables topped with frosted glass.

The bar area, located to one side, is an elegant focal point in its own right. The long counter is crafted from white quartzite, glowing softly from within, and is supported by a base of black metal latticework that resembles tangled tree branches. Behind the bar, shelves of premium spirits are arranged in an intricate geometric pattern, lit by subtle backlights. Bartenders, dressed in sharp black and silver attire, move with choreographed precision, their every motion an extension of the club’s artistic sensibility.

Throughout the space, art installations amplify the ghostly, spectral theme. Life-sized sculptures of abstract, faceless figures in white and silver seem to drift along the walls or emerge from shadowy corners. Interactive projections of mist or translucent figures flicker inside glass panels, responding to movement and adding a dynamic layer to the club’s ambiance.

Yūrei’s position in the Red October District symbolizes the transition from the past to the future, where the ghost of industry transforms into a haven for modern creativity and mystery. It is a club for those drawn to light and shadow, to the beauty of contrasts, and to the thrill of a space where reality and illusion merge seamlessly.

Layout

Main level fully accessible section: Triple height ceilings soar above the main seating areas, bar and platform/stage.
Main level restricted section: On the back end of the factory is a three-level space for storage, kitchen, staff quarters, and storage.