Things you should know before entering a hot spring: Etiquette and bathing methods when using a hot spring
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When you travel, you often stay at hot spring inns or accommodations with large communal baths. Because this is a place used by many people, we will provide you with instructions on how to use it and etiquette so that you can feel refreshed and refreshed.
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Table of Contents
- To enjoy hot springs comfortably
- From the changing room to the bathroom
- before bathing
- Manners when soaking in a bathtub
- Manners after bathing
- others
- lastly
- If you want to enjoy hot springs in Gifu Prefecture, we recommend "Gero Onsen Suimeikan"!
To enjoy hot springs comfortably
When you travel to various parts of Japan, you probably have many opportunities to use public baths.
Since it is a public facility, you should respect manners and use it comfortably.
However, some people may feel uneasy because they don't know the manners. In order to resolve such concerns, the inn staff has created this article!
Especially if you are traveling to Japan from a foreign country, there may be some things you are not familiar with, so please read this before your trip.
From the changing room to the bathroom
1.Please take off your footwear and slippers when entering the changing room.
Although you will most likely be wearing shoes or the facility's slippers inside the facility, please take off your footwear at the entrance when entering the changing room. The bath is a place to cleanse your body, so be sure to keep the changing room clean as well.
2. Fold the clothes you take off
Make sure to fold your clothes properly so that they do not protrude from the changing basket or shelf. By organizing the contents of your basket, you will be able to use it more comfortably, and it will also prevent you from forgetting things.
3. Bring a face towel to the bathroom
Some facilities provide towels. When you take it to the bathroom, choose a face towel (the smaller one). Bath towels (large towels) are used after you get out of the bath, so don't take them to the bathroom.
before bathing
1. When you enter the bathroom, first take a "kakeyu"
``Kakeyu'' refers to pouring hot spring water into a tub and pouring it over your body before entering the bathtub. It has the effect of preventing your body from being surprised by suddenly being immersed in hot water. It also removes sweat and dirt to prevent the bath water from getting dirty.
Once your body is warm enough, you're ready to go.
Before soaking in the bathtub, it is good manners to wash any parts of your body that are sweaty or dirty, such as your lower body. Other than that, it's OK if you thoroughly rinse it with hot water to wash away the dirt.
2. Don't forget to be considerate of your surroundings
Many people find it uncomfortable to be splashed with other people's hot water. When washing your body, be sure to check to see if there are other people around you and wash your body gently.
Always sit down when using the shower. If you use it while standing, it will fall on people around you.
3. The place where it was used is returned to its original form.
Thoroughly wash the equipment you used, such as buckets, chairs, and showers, and return them to their original condition and location. Shared spaces and shared items that are used by many people should be used so that the next person can use them comfortably.
Pick up any hair that falls out when washing your hair and throw it in the trash.
Manners when soaking in a bathtub
1. tie long hair
If you have long hair, we recommend tying it up with a rubber band or rolling it up with a towel.
It is unsanitary to soak your hair in the bathtub, and some people may feel uncomfortable.
2. Do not put towels in the bathtub
When taking a bath, you often use a towel to cover your body, but be careful not to let the towel get in the bathtub. Dirt and lint may end up in the bathtub.
Also, many hot spring facilities do not allow you to wear swimsuits, so we recommend checking in advance.
3. Don't swim in the bathtub
Many people use the public bath, so please do not run around the bathroom or swim in the bathtub.
Bathrooms are slippery and can cause injuries.
Manners after bathing
1. Wipe your body thoroughly when leaving the bathroom
After enjoying the hot springs, take a quick wipe off of your wet body before moving to the changing room. It is OK as long as water does not drip.
Just like in the bathroom, if the changing room is wet, there is a risk of slipping and falling. At this time, you can use the face towel you brought in the bathroom.
Please do not bring bath towels into the bathroom, and when you return to the changing room, dry your body with a bath towel.
2. Lower your voice volume
Please refrain from talking loudly in the bathroom or changing room. Remember that the public bath is a communal space.
This doesn't mean you can't talk, so please be careful about your volume and have fun talking.
others
1. Be careful around hot water
Yuatari refers to feeling exhausted after taking a bath for a long time. This is a condition known as dehydration, so be sure to drink plenty of water and take breaks.
It can be a pain if you take the time to refresh yourself at a hot spring, but instead end up feeling unwell.
2. About tattoos
Generally, many public baths in Japanese inns and hotels do not allow customers with tattoos to enter the bath.
Some places may accept small items that can be hidden, so we recommend checking with the hotel you are planning to stay at first.
Alternatively, if there is a private bath available, you can feel free to use it.
lastly
What did you think?
The important thing is that you and those around you can use it comfortably.
If you know the basic manners, you won't be embarrassed or feel bad.
We hope you keep this in mind so that you can enjoy your trip to the fullest and feel refreshed.
May your trip become a special memory.
If you want to enjoy hot springs in Gifu Prefecture, we recommend "Gero Onsen Suimeikan"!
Our hotel has three types of hot spring baths. You can enjoy visiting the hot springs at your accommodation. We also have the private baths mentioned in the article, so people with tattoos and those who want to enjoy a hot spring with their families can feel at ease.
*There is a charge for the private bath at Suimeikan.
You can read the article summarizing Suimeikan here.
Click here to learn about Gero Onsen in Gifu Prefecture, one of Japan's top three hot springs.
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Gifu
[Suimeikan] was established in 1933 as a hot spring inn in [Gero Onsen], one of Japan's top three hot springs. We offer heartfelt hospitality to soothe your daily fatigue. You can enjoy Gero Onsen, which is famous for its skin-beautifying effects, in three large public baths with different tastes. Please enjoy the large observation bath overlooking the hot spring town of Gero and the mountains of Hida, the large bath with a sauna with the scent of cypress, and the open-air bath with an indoor bath as if you were touring the hot springs. As a museum that values Japanese culture, we also have a Japanese garden, an authentic Noh stage, a tea room, and other works of art by famous artists on display. We also have a pool, athletic gym, beauty salon, and bar. For dinner, you can choose from three types: Japanese Kaiseki, French, and Chinese. There is also a plan where you can enjoy Hida's specialty "Hida beef". In addition to staying in Japanese-style rooms where you can feel the Japanese tradition, we also have rooms with beds. Guests visiting from other countries can also feel safe and relaxed. Please spend a blissful time with the heartfelt hospitality of the long-established Japanese inn [Suimeikan].
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