Japan's hot spring culture has a long history and comes with its own unique customs and etiquette.
It is important for foreigners visiting hot springs to be aware of the following manners in order to respect Japanese culture and enjoy themselves comfortably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before entering the hot spring, be sure to take a shower and wash your body. There is a washing area in the bath area, and shampoo and body soap are also provided. Wash your whole body here to avoid bringing dirt into the bath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have long hair, be sure to tie it up or use a shower cap to keep your hair out of the bathtub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is considered bad manners to put a towel in the bath. It is common to place the towel outside the bath or on your head. By submerging the towel in the water, you can prevent dirt from spreading in the bath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In Japanese hot springs, face towels and small towels are often used. These are used for washing and covering the body. Large bath towels for drying the body are used in the changing room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Onsen are places to relax and for other visitors to enjoy quiet time as well. Please refrain from talking loudly or making noise and stay quiet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Even if you are visiting with a group, please be considerate of other bathers and try to keep your conversation quiet so as not to ruin the atmosphere of the hot spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use the towel provided inside to dry off a little water from your body before entering the changing room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Leave the washing area and changing room clean for the next user. Put the shower head back in place and tidy up the chairs and buckets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many hot spring facilities in Japan prohibit exposed tattoos, so if you have tattoos, we recommend that you check in advance whether you can bathe there or use a covering sticker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If possible, avoid taking a bath right after a meal and wait a little while. Even if you are hungry, it is important not to force yourself and to take a bath at an appropriate time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bathing in a hot spring after consuming alcohol is dangerous. In particular, the high temperature of the hot spring water can cause changes in blood pressure, so you should avoid bathing in a hot spring after drinking alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lockers are often provided in changing rooms. Be sure to put your valuables in the lockers and take care of them yourself. If you put your clothes in a basket, fold them up and cover them with a towel so that others can't see them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the changing rooms, please do not take up too much space and be considerate of other users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are other things to be careful about, but please be sure to follow the proper etiquette when bathing in a Japanese hot spring and enjoy this natural gift of Japan: hot springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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