and now all we need is a fusion of your statements - and there we have an answer... i agree with Tequila about religion-variable so combine that with socio-cultural factors including history.. and there we have a nation with an authentic view of life, meaning less stereotypes and prejudices... therefor for a visitor that may seem as easy-ness...
Are Japanese girls easy on girls? that should be the next question.. what is the percentage of gay population? since we are aware of the samurai and court history?

