Funaoka Onsen, the first hot spring in Japan to introduce an electric bath
Have you ever soaked in a bath that gently tingles your body?
The Electric Bath is a special feature found in many Japanese public baths (sento).
It uses a very mild electric current in the water to relax tense muscles and improve blood circulation.
Don’t worry—it’s completely safe and quite popular among locals who enjoy its refreshing, massaging sensation.
If you’re curious, start by dipping just a leg and feel the light buzz before immersing your whole body!
Even for Japanese people, the Electric Bath can feel a little too strong! 💦
It’s said to have a massaging effect, but honestly, it can be quite painful.
Try putting only your hand in first, and if you can handle it, then try your whole body.
One important caution about the Electric Bath is that people with heart conditions should not use it.
Especially for elderly people, please be careful when taking the bath.
In fact, the Electric Bath was first installed in Kyoto, Japan.
It was introduced at Funaoka Onsen, a public bath in Kyoto.
The interior design is very stylish, and it is highly recommended for visitors to Japan.
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Medicinal bath
It’s a traditional Japanese bathing style using herbs, plants, or citrus fruits to promote health and relaxation.
For centuries, Japanese people have enjoyed herbal baths as a natural way to heal the body and mind.
Each herbal bath has different effects — improving circulation, relieving fatigue, warming the body, or soothing the skin.
Before soaking, wash your body first, then slowly relax in the bath while enjoying the aroma and warmth.
Many public baths (sento) and hot springs (onsen) offer “Medicinal bath of the day,” which changes manthly or weekly.
Medicinal baths often have water that is a different color, such as yellow or brown, so be sure to look for them when you visit a hot spring or public bath!
my self introduction
I am a Japanese who was born and raised in Kyoto, Japan. I want everyone to experience Kyoto’s great hot springs, so I work as a tour guide, teaching tourists proper bathing etiquette.
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