Tokyo Public Bathhouses (Pia MOOK)

Product Description

Sento wa, Ii. is a charming guidebook dedicated to Tokyo's public bathhouses, celebrating the comfort, nostalgia, and renewal that only a sento can offer. This volume introduces carefully selected bathhouses across Tokyo that are worth going out of your way to visit, making it an inspiring read for travelers, culture lovers, and anyone curious about everyday Japanese wellness traditions.

Inside, you will find features on long-established Tokyo sento, new-retro bathhouses, beautifully preserved classic spots, and essential sento knowledge for beginners. The book also highlights welcoming bandai attendants, spacious tubs, stylish interiors, sento art, mineral spring bathhouses, open-air baths with great views, hinoki-scented spaces, unique post-bath experiences, and even bathhouses known for their resident cats.

Also included are special columns on the joy of discovering Japanese sento culture, cafes that preserve the atmosphere of old bathhouses, and scenic views of Mount Fuji. An ideal pick for international shoppers seeking a uniquely local side of Tokyo and Japanese bathing culture.