November 2023, 3
Saunas are causing a boom in Japan.Until now, saunas were thought to be used by men, but as the range of facilities and equipment has expanded, more and more women are now enjoying saunas.However, some people may find it difficult to muster up the courage to use a sauna due to worries and questions such as ``I don't know the correct way to enter a sauna'' and ``Are there any manners I should be aware of when using a sauna?'' .In this article, we will explain the correct way to enter a sauna and etiquette for women who are new to saunas.We also introduce recommended glamping facilities where you can have an extraordinary sauna experience in an outdoor environment, so if you are a girl who wants to make your sauna debut, please use this as a reference.
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From around 2022, the third sauna boom will arrive in Japan. Buzzwords such as "sauna" and "totonou" were born, and the number of women and young people going to saunas increased.We will explain why saunas have become popular among women.
Because you sweat slowly in a heated room, it's also popular among women who don't sweat much because they're sensitive to cold.
▼The effects of sauna are explained in detail here.
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Traditional saunas are installed in hot spring-related facilities such as hot springs and spas, and sports facilities such as gyms and pools, which are often used by men.As a result, the overwhelming majority of people who visited saunas on a daily basis were men, and not many women.
In recent years, the number of sauna facilities for women has increased, with the following equipment and innovations.
・Cleanliness
・Amenities such as makeup remover are available
・Powder room is installed
・Easy to use after work as it is near the station
・You can use it in a private room without worrying about other people watching you.
One of the reasons why more women and young people are using saunas is that there are more sauna facilities that women can easily visit.
It is said that the number of women and young people who are interested in saunas has increased after the drama "Sa-do" was broadcast in 2019.Since then, many people have been posting videos on SNS and YouTube about their sauna usage.
By easily introducing images and videos of people having a great experience in the sauna, sauna fashion such as cute sauna hats and wear, and ``sa-meshi'' (a meal eaten after sauna), we will be able to connect with many people through sauna activities. information can be shared.The more information people who go to saunas share, the more the sauna boom will grow.
Are you thinking, ``I want to ride the sauna craze and try my hand at sauna for the first time!''However, when using a sauna for the first time, many people have questions about how to use the sauna, such as ``How long should I stay in the sauna?'' and ``Do I have to use a cold bath?''Also, in order to feel comfortable using a sauna, which is a public place, you need to be considerate of the people around you.
If you are going to use a sauna from now on, we will explain the correct way to enter a sauna and etiquette that you should remember.
There is no right answer to the length of time or number of times you spend in the sauna.You can enter however you like.However, some people may hesitate to go to a sauna if they don't know the approximate time or how to enter.For those new to saunas, we have summarized the basic steps for entering a sauna below.
・Drink a glass of water before entering to prevent dehydration and promote sweating.
・Wash and cleanse your whole body
・Wipe off water from your body
・Cover your head with a sauna hat or towel to protect your hair from heat.
- Release when your whole body feels warm enough (approximate time is 5 to 10 minutes)
・Sweat out (cold water or a hot shower are fine)
・Take a cold bath
·Rest
After repeating the above several sets (3 sets as a guide), leave the sauna.
▼Please check here for basic sauna instructions and precautions.
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▼For advanced users, this article explains in detail how to get started.
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The following are the etiquette and rules you should know to use the sauna comfortably.
-Keep conversation to a minimum
A sauna is a place for quiet use.Please be aware that some facilities prohibit talking inside the sauna to prevent infectious diseases.
・Do not wring the towel
From a hygiene perspective, it is not recommended to wring out the towel that has been used to wipe sweat from your face in the sauna room.
-Do not sit directly
Instead of sitting directly on the sauna step, spread out a towel or sauna mat and sit on top of it.
・Cleanse yourself before entering
Wash off all dirt from your body in the shower and clean yourself before entering.Don't forget to thoroughly dry your hair and body.
・Do not go in and out frequently
The time and interval for entering the sauna is up to you.However, just because it's hot, don't go in and out repeatedly in a short period of time!This can cause a nuisance to those around you, such as cold wind entering the sauna room and making you feel restless.
We will explain the frequently asked questions of sauna beginners and women with answers.
"Totono" is the fluffy, comfortable state you feel when you sweat in the sauna and take a break after taking a cold bath.Totono is said to be a mysterious sensation in which you can experience both the heat of the sauna, which stimulates your sympathetic nerves and puts you in a state of excitement, and the rest and bathing in the open air, which stimulates your parasympathetic nerves, which puts you in a relaxed state.Don't forget to stay hydrated during this busy time!
It's difficult to get used to saunas the first time you try them, but if you use them a few times, you'll get used to them.If you are unable to have a "toto" experience, there is a high possibility that some part of the process, such as warming your body in the sauna, taking a cold bath, or taking a break, is insufficient.
▼The article below explains the detailed steps to restore the original shape for advanced users, so please refer to it.
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In a typical sauna at a hot spring facility, you enter naked.Swimsuits and sauna wear can be worn in outdoor saunas and saunas attached to pools.No one wraps themselves in a bath towel and goes into a sauna because they sweat a lot and are embarrassed.
The higher the sauna room, the higher the temperature.The approximate temperature for each stage is 70°C for the lower stage, 80°C for the middle stage, and 90°C for the upper stage.Sit where you feel comfortable.
Many women say that they don't like cold baths because they are cold.However, if you want to keep your body in good condition, a cold bath is a must.Enter the water with your feet first and slowly squat down until your shoulders are submerged.It will feel cold at first, but after about 10 seconds of entering, the coldness will gradually disappear, so please give it a try.
However, if you are new to saunas and don't have the courage to take a cold bath, there is no need to force yourself.Splashing cold water or taking a shower is also fine.Depending on the occasion and your physical condition, you may not need to take a cold bath.
If a cold bath is not available, there is a shower near the sauna that you can use instead.
The sauna is a quiet place to use, so you don't have to make any noise.If she's concerned, there's no problem with just a slight nod.
Hydrate at three times: before entering the sauna, during your break (tonoi time), and when you leave the sauna after completing a set.You sweat more than you think, so it's important to stay hydrated even if you're not thirsty.Some people may want to drink beer right after sauna, but first, hydrate yourself first!Enjoy alcohol about 3 minutes after leaving the sauna.
If there is a bathroom or hot spring, you may take a bath.It's perfect for washing your body and washing off the sweat from the sauna, as well as warming up your cold body.It is also recommended that you refresh yourself before enjoying the rice and alcohol.
There are many facilities where you can enjoy saunas, such as super public baths and spas. Glamping is recommended for people who want to experience a sauna like never before, want to enjoy a sauna with close friends, or are interested in an outdoor sauna instead of an indoor sauna.We will explain the recommended points of glamping facilities with saunas.
A glamping facility where you can enjoy a glamorous camping experience in the middle of nature.Many facilities are equipped with barrel saunas, tent saunas, and private saunas in guest rooms, allowing you to enjoy a large-scale sauna experience in the great outdoors.
Many women may find it embarrassing or worried about other people entering saunas at hot spring facilities, etc., naked.The saunas at glamping facilities can be reserved for private use with advance reservations, or they may be set up in your guest room, allowing you to use the sauna in a private space.Perfect for when you want to enjoy the sauna with friends, couples, or families!It's also nice to be able to enter in a swimsuit or sauna wear rather than naked.
In addition to saunas, there are also glamping facilities equipped with natural hot springs, in-room hot springs, jacuzzis, pools, and more.Some facilities also incorporate activities such as yoga.It is perfect not only for relaxing in the sauna, but also for relaxing from everyday fatigue, relieving stress, and refreshing yourself.
Glamping offers many fun activities for women, such as the popular ones below.
・Enjoy chatting and playing games in a stylish and cute room
・Experience outdoor activities
・Visit nearby tourist spots
・Enjoy gourmet food such as glamping BBQ and drinks
Glamping is also recommended when you want to host a sauna girls' party of a higher class.
▼Click here for recommended glamping facilities where you can enjoy saunas in and around Kanto!
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Next, we will introduce five glamping facilities recommended for women who can enjoy saunas.Would you like to experience the best of life in an outdoor space?
This glamping facility is located in Mihara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, with good access from Hiroshima City and Fukuyama City in about 60 minutes by car.Guests can use the barrel sauna in the administration building free of charge.Enjoy self-relaxation in a private barrel sauna where you won't be bothered by other guests.You can also rent cute sauna wear and ponchos if you request at check-in!It will liven up your life experience.
In addition to a large dome with a private garden, we have different types of accommodation, including tents with a dog run where you can stay with your dog, and RV stays with power supply where you can stay in a camper or bring your own tent.We offer a variety of stays to suit your glamping style.
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[Grand Entrance Hiroshima Mitsuhara]
Address: 2046-2 Kuramune, Yamato-cho, Mihara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Email/glampentrance@setouchi-shimanami.com
Business hours/Check-in from 15:00 to Check-out until 10:00 the next day
Access/[Public transportation] 25 minutes by car from Kawachi Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line
25 minutes by car from Hiroshima Airport
[Car] Approximately 60 minutes from Hiroshima city: Approximately 25 minutes from Kawachi IC on the Sanyo Expressway
Approximately 60 minutes from Fukuyama city: Approximately 25 minutes from Sanyo Expressway Mihara Kui IC
Parking/Available
URL/https://www.resort-glamping.com/accommodation/glm-mihara/
The theme is "Private Spa Resort."This is a glamping facility where you can experience the ultimate in relaxation and healing, with all rooms equipped with a barrel sauna, private pool, and Jacuzzi.The barrel sauna is an authentic Finnish style, allowing you to work up a sweat in a self-lowering style while being surrounded by the gentle scent of wood.The private pool and jacuzzi are also equipped with LED lights, so we recommend a night pool or a spa experience while looking at the starry sky!
It is easily accessible, approximately 60 minutes by car from Hiroshima City, and it is possible to stay in a resort villa or use it for a day trip.Reset your mind and body in nature.Let's enjoy life to the fullest.
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[IHANA!]
Address: 2281-3 Katsuta, Yachiyo-cho, Akitakada City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Email/ihana2022.sg-gf@symphonic-garden.biz
Business hours/Check-in 15:00-18:00 Check-out next day ~11:00
Access/[Car] Approximately 20 minutes from Chiyoda IC
Parking/Available
URL/https://www.resort-glamping.com/accommodation/ihana/
This is a glamping facility located in Minamiawaji City, southern Awaji Island. With the theme of "Gourmet x Sauna Glamping", this facility allows you to enjoy both the gourmet food unique to Awaji Island, a treasure trove of ingredients, and the sauna.
"Ruriiro Tent" is equipped with its own barrel sauna.The aromas that can be enjoyed with Self-Loulyu are selected monthly by sauna masters.Sauna poncho rental service is also available for a fee.
After working up a sweat in the sauna, take in the spectacular view of the azure-colored Harimanada Sea and the sea breeze, an experience that can only be found here.In the administration building, there is also a restaurant where you can enjoy various sauna drinks, mesting gourmet food, noodles, and more!
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[Ruriiro Hills Awaji]
Address: 1890-1 Tsui, Minamiawaji City, Hyogo Prefecture
TEL/050-3174-7254
Business hours/Check-in ~ 15:00 Check-out 10:00 the next day
Access/[Train] Approximately 90 minutes from Kobe Sannomiya
Take the Minato sightseeing bus bound for Riku no Minato Seidan and get off at Riku no Minato Seidan.
Take the city community bus Ran-Ran bus bound for Tsui/Maruyama on the Nishi Loop Line and get off at Tsui, then walk for 7 minutes.
[Car] Approximately 90 minutes from Osaka city
Approximately 10 minutes from Seidan Mihara IC on the Kobe Awaji Naruto Expressway
Parking/Available
URL/https://www.resort-glamping.com/accommodation/ruriiro/
This is a glamping facility located in Yugawara Town, Kanagawa Prefecture, a historic hot spring area.All rooms are equipped with natural hot spring open-air baths fed directly from the source.During your stay, you can enjoy the skin-beautifying hot water, named ``Silk Hot Spring'' because it leaves your skin smooth, as much as you like.
For those who want to enjoy the sauna to the fullest, we have a ``Sauna Suite Base'' equipped with a dedicated barrel sauna and cold bath.Relax in the sauna and relax in the open-air bath to relieve your fatigue and stress.We also offer multi-stay plans, so please try using it when you want to forget about the hustle and bustle of the city and refresh yourself.
In addition to scenic spots such as Owakudani and Fudo Falls, there are also plenty of tourist attractions in the area, such as Cibori Yugawara Sweets Factory, where you can experience cafes, sweets making, and factory tours.
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[The Base Glamping Yugawara]
Address: 473-1 Miyakami, Yugawara-cho, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture (across Manyo Park)
TEL/0465-20-8112
Business hours/Check-in 15:00-18:00 Check-out Glamping type: 11:00 the next day, Check-out Cottage/SPA suite type: 11:00 the next day
Access/[Train] Approximately 35 minutes by JR Shinkansen Kodama from Tokyo Station to Odawara Station, approximately 16 minutes by JR Tokaido Main Line from Odawara Station to Yugawara Station
Approximately 90 minutes from Tokyo Station to Yugawara Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line Rapid Acty train, or approximately 80 minutes on the JR Odoriko Limited Express train.
About 50 minutes by JR Shinkansen Kodama from Tokyo Station to Atami Station, about 5 minutes by JR Tokaido Main Line from Atami Station to Yugawara Station
About 9 minutes by Hakone Tozan Bus (local bus) from Yugawara Station, get off at Ochiaibashi and walk 1 minute
[Car] From Tokyo/Yokohama: 20 minutes from Odawara-Atsugi Road "Odawara Nishi IC" via Tomei Expressway "Atsugi IC"
For Shizuoka/Nagoya: 50 minutes from the Izu Jukan Expressway "Oba/Kannan IC" via the Shin-Tomei Expressway "Nagaizumi Numazu IC"
Parking/Available
URL/https://www.resort-glamping.com/accommodation/thebase-yugawara/
This is a glamping facility located in Yamanakako Village, Yamanashi Prefecture.There are two private saunas available on the premises: METOS's ``Igloo Sauna'' and METOS's trailer sauna ``ASEMA.''You can enjoy your favorite sauna for 2 minutes in a private space (charges apply).
We have sauna advisor staff on staff who can give you recommendations on how to use the sauna to become a full-fledged sauna user.We also have a wide variety of sauna goods such as aroma water, bathrobes, sauna hats, and sauna ponchos. As the name "Totonoi" suggests, we offer a wide range of services for everyone from beginners to advanced users to fully enjoy sauna in the great outdoors.
After sauna, put on the original tonoi wear and enjoy the ultimate totoi experience with majestic Mt. Fuji right in front of you.
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[Glamping Village TOTONOI Fuji Yamanakako]
Address: 295 Hirano, Yamanakako Village, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
Email/totonoi@glamping-vlg.com
Business hours/Check-in 15:00 ~ Check-out ~ 10:00
Access/[Highway bus] Approximately 2 hours from Tokyo direction
Take the bus from "Busta Shinjuku" and get off at "Yamanakako Hirano", then walk for about 5 minutes
[Car] Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes from Tokyo direction
About 10 minutes from Yamanakako IC
Parking/Available
URL/https://www.resort-glamping.com/accommodation/glampingvillage-totonoi/
*This column was created based on information as of April 2023, 2.Please check the official website for the latest information on each facility and each prefecture campaign.
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