How to Take a Japanese Bath In Japan, most homes are equipped with Japanese-style baths, but not necessarily showers. The art of getting clean in a Japanese bath (or _ofuro_) takes some getting used to for most foreigners. Step 1 Fill the bath Fill the ofuro with water heated to between 102 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit, which is much hotter than typical western bathwater. Step 2 Rinse yourself Rinse yourself thoroughly in the washing area outside of the ofuro before stepping into the bath. The washing area outside the bath will typically include a hose shower. If it doesn’t, remove water from the bath with a plastic bucket to rinse yourself. Step 3 Enter the bath Step slowly into the ofuro and make yourself comfortable. Savor the warmth of the bath. Step 4 Exit the bath Exit the ofuro when you have had enough or become too hot. Dry yourself with a towel after exiting the ofuro, or wash yourself with soap prior to re-entering it. Rinse the soap off so you do not introduce any soap into the ofuro.

Step 5 Do not drain the bath water Do not drain the water in the ofuro if others will be bathing after you. Japanese custom is that all members of a household use the same bath water. In Japan, bathing in a volcanic hot spring — an onsen — is considered a form of relaxation — not a way to get clean.Ofuro Japanese Soaking TubHere is a great Japanese soaking tub for those who love to indulge in a warm bath. Constructed of the finest quality cedar wood these baths are known as ofuros in Japan. Relaxation is an art form in Eastern culture, and you can see from this tub set up that one could not help but relax. Select an area of Japan you wish to visit to search for Japanese Guest Houses or Ryokans in the area. Japan has eight beautiful regions rich in culture and diversity. Select a region to explore and view available ryokans. Japanese bathing culture is celebrated in this new bathtub. The movingui and the larch wood of the comfortable tub was dried, formed and brought together in an elaborate technique.

The baththub is available with or without the esthetic overflow. Dimension 140 x 80 x h. 60 cm. It's also in production a white Velvet version - this one is a little bit smaller than the wooden one. Dimension 140 x 70 x h. 55 cm. Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez The idea of a day at the spa is possible everyday when you consider our selection of air baths, whirlpool tubs or deep soaking tubs. We have it all in our showroom to see! Size: 35.4 x 27.6 x 25.2 See J Soaker 1 Specifications See J Soaker II Specifications MADE IN THE USA See All TOTO Bathtubs Create a luxurious Sanctuary with TOTO Air Baths and Soakers. Size: 72 x 42 x 24-7/8 Available in: Air Bath Soaker A portable free standing tub that allows you to soak without doing any expensive renovation work. Click Here to See Americh Bathtubs See All Jason Bathtubs Deep, Japanese style tub that allows you to comfortably soak up to your shoulders. Carrera Collection - See Full Details

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Actually I hear this story all the time, of westerners who visit japan for leisure or business entering reluctantly in an onsen (hot spa) and returning home with an addiction for hot tubs. Soaking is actually so obvious, so natural, it fills up the gap that modern life creates in our lives. Like the “tea ceremony” or the “ikebana” (flower arrangement) or the sushi, what strikes us westerners is the poetic simplicity and pure beauty of this ritual. Entering in a Japanese ofuro (wooden hot tub) is a regenerating experience for both the body and mind and I bet you are never going to forget your first time. First of all, soaking in 42-43 C (107-109 F) hot water improves blood circulation, skin irritation, and eases the expulsion of toxins from the body. The steam and flowing water originate minus-ions which have direct anti-aging effect and are beneficial for relaxing the mind. There are different types of Japanese baths: from the hot springs where you bathe in natural ponds, to modern ceramic or acrylic tubs equipped with recirculating systems.

A tub relatively unknown in the west is the wooden tub, which combines the advantages of being compact and built with natural material. A wooden bathtub has high thermal insulation and soft touch, moreover it generates a soothing cedar aroma when filled with hot water. I read often of so called “Japanese Tubs” built with inappropriate woods, using mitered joints or other phony details which will cause poor performance and leaks. I think that there are many types of deep soaking tubs, many types of ofuro-style tubs etc. Anyway we should be more precise when we talk about Japanese Tubs. First of all, “Japanese Tubs” are made in Japan. (aka: Chinese tubs are made in China or American tubs are made in the US). If they are made in wood, they should use only coniferous wood (not teak, mahogany etc.). Then these tubs should be handmade, using techniques of wood joinery derived from traditional ship building. Only these details developed during the centuries guarantee performance, durability and genuinity.