According to Marian Gold (who wrote the song), Big in Japan is about a couple he knew who were trying to quit drugs. There's an interview somewhere on the net where he explains exactly what "Big in Japan" means in that context. There may also be an element of literal prostitution (rather than just the figurative) in the song as well. Hope that helps.
According to Marian Gold (who wrote the song), Big in Japan is about a couple he knew who were trying to quit drugs. There's an interview somewhere on the net where he explains exactly what "Big in Japan" means in that context. There may also be an element of literal prostitution (rather than just the figurative) in the song as well. Hope that helps.