Naoshima Bath
Naoshima Bath
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1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday
1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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書寧 何
1 contribution
Aug 2019
This is the the 3rd day of our art delegation to Setouchi Triennale ,after a long day walking , we decided to visit this famous spot. The design of the whole public bath is full of details, not only local residents but the foreigners enjoy the bath . Highly recommended visit this public bath when you travel to Naoshima. It is very clean and bright , bathing accessories are also prepared . Like everywhere in Naoshima, the bathhouse is also full of meticulous Japanese bath house culture and art. very neat and pleasure.Remember to bring your own towel!
Written April 10, 2020
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秀治 小
Tokyo, Japan1,491 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
This public bath is located right next to the ferry pier. As this is an island of art, it has also been turned into a museum. You cannot see the art unless you enter the bathhouse. (You cannot just look around)
Towels are sold so you don't need to bring your own, and there are 10 different colors so it was hard to choose. It's a normal public bath, but inside there is a lot of modern art. The people working there were all very nice and I had a great time chatting with them. Unfortunately, there were a lot of foreign tourists who didn't follow the rules (or didn't know), and this was quite noticeable.
Towels are sold so you don't need to bring your own, and there are 10 different colors so it was hard to choose. It's a normal public bath, but inside there is a lot of modern art. The people working there were all very nice and I had a great time chatting with them. Unfortunately, there were a lot of foreign tourists who didn't follow the rules (or didn't know), and this was quite noticeable.
Written January 4, 2024
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tsubasani237
Palmerston North, New Zealand55 contributions
Apr 2012 • Friends
This onsen is just the coolest - you really have to see it. One thing I would say though, is to take your own towel and toiletries - they are quite expensive to buy at the onsen.
Written April 11, 2012
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StewieTokyo
Saitama, Japan236 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
A merging of public bath, hallucinatory experience and art project - this place is an amazing way to end a long day museum hopping on the island.
Good
1) Location - in the center of Miyanoura Port, next to most of the bars and accommodation and on the corner of a street - it is very easy to find.
2) Clean - and I mean very clean - this place lacks the musty damp smell or mold that you can get in other less cared for bath houses.
3) Psychedelic - the style is ridiculous and total fun! It is an amazing hodge-podge of styles all bolts together building up to the elephant in the room - an elephant standing on the dividing wall between the men's and women's bathing areas.
4) The name it is usually known as is 'I love (heart symbol) 湯’ - the last symbol being pronounced yu meaning hot water - this is printed on the towels and other stuff that you can buy at the entrance.
5) Warm friendly welcome at the front desk which you can see from the street.
Comment
1) A bit small - only one bath which is quite shallow but comfortable enough
2) 510 yen entrance is a bit expensive for this small bath house....but it gives a lot back
3) They do NOT provide towels, shampoo or soap - bring your own - our ryokan allowed us to bring the ones from the room to the bath house.
Procedure
1) Buy a ticket from the machine in the entrance - it is labelled in English
2) Take off shoes, put in the locker at the entrance and keep the large wooden key.
3) Give the ticket to the reception and go into the changing room
4) Take off all your clothes and put them into the large lockers - keep the key on your wrist.
5) Wash BEFORE getting in the bath
6) Soak, relax etc
7) Reverse all the above steps and leave
Good
1) Location - in the center of Miyanoura Port, next to most of the bars and accommodation and on the corner of a street - it is very easy to find.
2) Clean - and I mean very clean - this place lacks the musty damp smell or mold that you can get in other less cared for bath houses.
3) Psychedelic - the style is ridiculous and total fun! It is an amazing hodge-podge of styles all bolts together building up to the elephant in the room - an elephant standing on the dividing wall between the men's and women's bathing areas.
4) The name it is usually known as is 'I love (heart symbol) 湯’ - the last symbol being pronounced yu meaning hot water - this is printed on the towels and other stuff that you can buy at the entrance.
5) Warm friendly welcome at the front desk which you can see from the street.
Comment
1) A bit small - only one bath which is quite shallow but comfortable enough
2) 510 yen entrance is a bit expensive for this small bath house....but it gives a lot back
3) They do NOT provide towels, shampoo or soap - bring your own - our ryokan allowed us to bring the ones from the room to the bath house.
Procedure
1) Buy a ticket from the machine in the entrance - it is labelled in English
2) Take off shoes, put in the locker at the entrance and keep the large wooden key.
3) Give the ticket to the reception and go into the changing room
4) Take off all your clothes and put them into the large lockers - keep the key on your wrist.
5) Wash BEFORE getting in the bath
6) Soak, relax etc
7) Reverse all the above steps and leave
Written September 7, 2015
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HYLiu
Taipei45 contributions
Oct 2013 • Friends
Japanese bath is not so unique in modern world, it is must do thing when you visit Japan. But most people choose to do enjoy Japanes bath in Ryokan (Japanese traditional hotel), or many of the resort hotel which offer hot spring. Naoshima Bath is however, a public bath which tourist hardly experienced. It is located in the center near Naoshima’s Miyanoura port, it is originally created by artist Shinro Ohtake and run by town, providing a place for local residents as well as increasing global visitors. It may look like a traditional Osen(Japanese style public bath), but it is certainly a combination of functional and authentic elements which fit traditional and modern needs. Give it a try, don’t be shy to be naked in front of others (female and male are separated), enjoy the interiors designed by artist’s imagination. It is bright, fun, and most importantly it gives you ”cleaniness"! Oh, don't forget to buy a coffee milk and cold drink after bath... it is a tradition.
Written October 20, 2013
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Laura O
98 contributions
Sep 2017 • Solo
Something I really wanted to experience while in Japan was soaking in a public bath, but I had so much anxiety because I have a rather large, colorful tattoo on my shoulder. Most public baths have a very strict no tattoo policy and I respect that and would never want to make anyone feel uncomfortable because of my tattoo.
This public bath seemed much more relaxed about my tattoo - I went in, changed in the locker area, and then proceeded to go into the bath and no one seemed alarmed by the tattoo on my arm.
The bathing area is also really beautiful. The back wall of the bath looks like a giant green house, the floor of the bath itself is a large mosaic, and there is an elephant living on the divider of the men's bath and women's bath. The toilet was even a work of art!
They sell a reasonably priced towel/soap set, which is a great souvenir. All in all a very relaxing place to take a soak while surrounded by beautiful art.
This public bath seemed much more relaxed about my tattoo - I went in, changed in the locker area, and then proceeded to go into the bath and no one seemed alarmed by the tattoo on my arm.
The bathing area is also really beautiful. The back wall of the bath looks like a giant green house, the floor of the bath itself is a large mosaic, and there is an elephant living on the divider of the men's bath and women's bath. The toilet was even a work of art!
They sell a reasonably priced towel/soap set, which is a great souvenir. All in all a very relaxing place to take a soak while surrounded by beautiful art.
Written July 10, 2018
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Guy K
Inverloch, Australia152 contributions
Sep 2013 • Family
This was a good introduction. Very clean and quite amazing with the artwork all around. Make sure that you take along a towel and your wash bag etc.
Written October 27, 2013
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William B
New York City, NY398 contributions
May 2012 • Friends
Hot tub it in the midst of an art field overlong the Seto Inland Sea. Well, how much better can it get. But reserve ahead to ensure your place in the sun.
Written May 29, 2012
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Michelle H
Brisbane Region, Australia132 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
We went to this bathhouse at the end of a long day of cycling. It was the perfect way to relax!
It is fabulously decorated!
It is fabulously decorated!
Written January 7, 2020
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chris s
tasmania45 contributions
Jul 2017 • Friends
Scrupulously clean and fascinating art including huge elephant. English speaking assistant and helpful English signs make it all easy. A great way to break a busy day.
Written July 29, 2017
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Is this bath segregated into male and female sections? Or it is exclusively single sex by days? Eg men on Tuesdays. Women on Wednesday for example. Thanks
Written February 18, 2020
Male and Female sections.
Written February 23, 2020
Are tattoos allowed in the bath house? I have a few and my boyfriend has an entire sleeve.
Written February 13, 2017
É totalmente proibido tatuagem
Não pode entrar no banho
Written October 27, 2019
Can I bring my 10-month old baby?
Written December 17, 2016
I never saw any children at any of the bathhouses I visited in Japan, only adult women (and men, on their side). There's nowhere to put a baby while you're washing, no child "seat" or childcare facility. From what I've read, the kids brought to the bathhouses in Japan have to be toilet trained -- if an infant accidentally peed or pooped in the the bathing area they'd have to close down the entire thing, empty the baths, and sanitize. Also the water in the bath itself is far too hot for infants. (It's too hot for a lot of adults!)
Written December 18, 2016
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