Otaru, Hokkaido | Reservation requiredReception 10:00–17:00 JST / Closed Wed & Thu

FIRST VISIT

First Visit

Our staff will guide you step by step from the time you make your reservation until your departure.

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

No special preparation is needed.

Bathwear, a cap, bath and face towels, and a gown are included in the bathing fee.

Please allow about one hour for your visit.

This includes check-in, preparation, reclining and seated bathing, a shower, rest, changing, and skincare.

9 STEPS

From arrival to departure

  1. A guest making a reservation by phone
    01

    Call to reserve

    Call +81 134-54-0010 with your preferred date, time, and number of guests. Reservations are required.

  2. A guest receiving a locker key at reception
    02

    Reception

    Hand in your shoe locker key and receive a changing-room locker key. Our staff will also ask how you are feeling.

  3. A guest enjoying a fermented botanical drink before bathing
    03

    Enjoy a fermented botanical drink

    Enjoy Super Ohtaka, a fermented botanical drink, and some water. If you have concerns about sugar intake, including those related to diabetes, please let our staff know in advance.

  4. A locker with bathwear and accessories
    04

    Change and get ready

    Change into the cap, chest covering, and shorts provided. Please use the restroom and remove any jewelry before bathing.

  5. A guest reclining in a sawdust bath with staff nearby
    05

    Sawdust Bath

    The bath usually takes 10–15 minutes. Our staff will cover your body with sawdust and adjust the experience to how you are feeling.

  6. A guest sitting upright on the sawdust
    06

    Seated bathing

    Sit up from the reclining position and spend about five minutes seated on the sawdust.

  7. A guest rinsing off sawdust in the shower
    07

    Shower

    Wash away the sawdust from your body in the shower.

  8. A guest in a bathrobe resting and drinking water
    08

    Rest and rehydrate

    Put on a bathrobe and rest for 10–20 minutes. You may continue to perspire, so be sure to drink plenty of water.

  9. A guest applying skincare before leaving
    09

    Skincare and getting ready to leave

    If you wish, try skincare made with fermented ingredients, including a facial lotion. This is included in your bathing fee.

CHECK LIST

What to bring and important notes

  • Bathwear and towels are included in the fee.
  • Wear clothes that are easy to change out of and back into.
  • Remove jewelry and accessories before bathing.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Do not bathe after drinking alcohol or if you feel unwell.
  • If you need medical advice about bathing, consult your doctor before your visit.

RESERVATION

Please call to reserve your visit.

Tell us your preferred date, time, and number of guests.

Reception 10:00–17:00 JST+81 134-54-0010
Call to reserve+81 134-54-0010