The early 1990s in China marked a period of rapid transformation. New things were emerging in abundance, while old traditions struggled to hold on. Everything in between shouted for attention, caught between the fresh and the dated. Be it in economics, ideology, or culture, the entire society was undergoing turbulent changes.
Back then, KTV was still considered cutting-edge entertainment, and legitimate foot massage and spa services made up a far smaller proportion of such establishments than what they'd later evolve into.
At the end of this road stood a large state-owned textile factory. Following longstanding traditions, the workers basically treated the factory as a second home, a badge of pride. Each worker represented a family, many people altogether. Consequently, areas near such factories tended to form natural, bustling hubs.
