This VICE report, based on an interview with ULoversDoll product manager Zhou Yi, reveals how dramatically sex doll preferences vary across different regions—and how those trends reflect deeper human needs. The article notes that more than 90% of the world’s adult toys are produced by Chinese factories, and that local aesthetics, functional expectations, and cultural backgrounds heavily shape how dolls are designed.
In the U.S., buyers gravitate toward diverse, experimental, and highly personalized models—ranging from plus-size and Black dolls to alien-inspired or anthropomorphic fantasy designs. Asian consumers, by contrast, tend to prefer dolls around 150 cm with slim figures and features inspired by Japanese and Korean pop culture. In Japan, many older users purchase dolls primarily for emotional companionship, rather than purely physical needs.
The report also highlights stark differences within the U.S. itself. California leads in demand for highly realistic sculptures and full-body visuals, while more conservative states like Texas and Florida prioritize discretion and practicality, favoring half-body torsos and lighter configurations. In Germany, the proportion of female buyers is surprisingly high, with a strong preference for muscular male dolls—but concerns about weight remain a key barrier.
At the same time, the industry faces ongoing ethical scrutiny, especially around making sure stylized designs are not mistaken for underage appearances. ULoversDoll emphasizes strict internal guidelines to avoid any ambiguity.
Ultimately, the article shows how this niche industry uses forums, comment sections, and social media to decode global desire—while revealing how each culture expresses loneliness, fantasy, intimacy, and personal identity in its own way.
Click to read the full VICE report: https://www.vice.com/en/article/which-types-of-sex-doll-do-different-nationalities-prefer-vice-investigates/?v=3350
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