Originally Posted by jib71

I know that people say not to tip in Japan, but I was brought up right. I insist on tipping.
If they won't take cash, try tipping the staff with food. Buy a nigiri or a ham sandwich from Seven Eleven. and hand it to the doorman as you're coming back to the hotel. If he seems reluctant to accept, just put it into his pocket with a smile. It may be a good idea to mix things up a little - bring him a mini-tub of Haagen Dazs or a porn mag every so often. Very easy to find in any neighborhood convenience store.
It ain't right not to tip. It ain't right, I tell you.