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The Art of the Japanese Bath

Welcome to the world of OFURO! The ofuro is a Japanese soaking tub, traditionally make out of wood, more specifically hinoki wood (Japanese cypress). Hinoki is known as the emperor of woods for its unique aromatherapy and rot resilient qualities. Forget modern jacuzzis with high powered jets, and hot tubs with swirling water, if you haven't soaked in a hinoki tub, you don't know what you're missing.

The Japanese bath culture does not stop at the ofuro, which is usually in the home, but public baths are still hugely popular in Japan. Indoor baths, outdoor baths, hot water, cold water, lavender water, its all part of the Japanese public bath experience. And we mustn't forget the famous Japanese onsen (hot springs) that are dotted all throughout the Japanese archipelago. These legendary hot springs attract flocks of people from both in and out of Japan every year.

So welcome to the world of all things Japanese bath, explore, comment and enjoy the ofuro!

OFURO!

Hinoki Wood Japanese Bathtub



I want everyone to be able to enjoy a relaxing bath, Japanese style. My blog covers the basics of why ofuros are so popular in Japan and what is special about the Japanese style hinoki bath tub. It is also a webshop where you can purchase authentic hinoki wood ofuros, handmade in Japan, accessories to enjoy your bath with, in addition to rain chains and shoji doors to really create a comprehensive Japanese look in your home. I have helped many people create their dream Japanese bathroom in countries all across the globe. Come and read what they all have to say!

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Hinoki Ofuro from Start to Finish

See how an ofuro is made!

We have created a short VTR about our Japanese ofuro tubs. We welcome your comments!
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Hinoki's Heartland

Kiso Valley, Hinoki Wood, and Purple Mountains

Here is another short VTR that Yoshiaki took in Kiso valley when visiting the ryokan of a friend.
The place is located in Nagano-ken, Kiso-gun.
The name of the ryokan is: NEZAME-SANSHI (purple mountains). This is because the mountains surrounding Kiso turn to purple at sunset.
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Ofuro youtube vids!

These are just a few ofuro related youtube vids i found. I know there are so many other there. Got any suggestions!?
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Ofuros and more!

Original Japanese Hinoki Ofuros
Learn about hinoki wood and the history of the Japanese bath. Purchase authentic bath accessories and best of all everything create your very own Japanese bath space!
The Japanese Public Bath Experience
Read a first hand account of a Japanese public bath experience.
Facebook Group - Japanese bath lovers
Join! Chat! and Share!
Original hinoki bathtubs
What is hinoki? Why is it so great?
Antiaging and Rejuvination
Amazing properties of hinoki with warm water!
Soaking and health
why are soaking tubs good for you?
Hydrotherapy
nature's cure....
Public Bath Do and Do not
Learn the proper bath taking etiquette in Japan.

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