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テルメ金沢
My usual stop: Terume.

They’re doing some refresh renovations this month, so the baths are closed from 1:00 a.m. until noon.

I heard they’re fine-tuning the temperature of the outdoor bath. Maybe they’re aiming for a perfect lukewarm “fukan-yoku” experience?

That might be why it felt quieter than usual today.

As always, I headed straight to the back room.

I only have one small request: I’d love the background music in the back room to be turned down just a little more.

If the Stadium Sauna represents movement, then the Classic Sauna represents stillness.

The Stadium Sauna is a place to enjoy powerful heat and energy.

The Classic Sauna, on the other hand, is where you listen to your own breathing, the sound of sweat dripping, and the distant echo of water.

That’s why I think the music shouldn’t take center stage.

Just a hint of birdsong in the background would be enough.

I feel that kind of subtle atmosphere would make the room even more special.

Sometimes, the quieter a sauna becomes, the deeper the experience feels. ♨️✨

ステーキ祭り！

松の湯

A modern new-style sento with an incredible setup.

The sauna was insanely hot — felt around 110°C — and even had self löyly. Absolutely powerful heat.

The cold bath was deep, cold, and perfectly refreshing.
Even though the place is compact, everything feels extremely well-designed and complete.

Also, tattoo-friendly!
Since it’s located in a sightseeing area of Kanazawa, it’s easy for international visitors to stop by too.

Highly recommended spot.

テルメ金沢
Back at my home sauna, Terume.

It was surprisingly quiet today.
Since it’s usually a super popular spot, it’s normally packed with people.

I got to enjoy Terume’s signature lying-down sauna again.
It’s a single-bed style now, but still super relaxing.

And today I discovered a new kind of sauna pleasure.
It might look a little weird if someone saw me, but lightly brushing my fingertips over my sides and stomach while lying down feels insanely good.

Maybe it’s the heat making my skin extra sensitive, or some kind of weird synergy with the temperature—I honestly don’t know.
But it feels amazing. Highly recommended.

おつかりさま
A bathhouse by the coast.
During the outdoor air bath, the sea breeze feels different from an ordinary wind—slightly heavier, almost as if it’s gently brushing against your skin. It’s incredibly soothing, and just sitting there makes you slowly melt into relaxation.

The sound of the highway running right beside it somehow isn’t disturbing at all. Instead, it feels like this place’s own unique background music, different from the sound of waves yet equally calming.

One of my favorite things here is the pine tree in the outdoor relaxation area.
It’s usually trimmed in such a tasteful way, almost like a bonsai, adding a quiet charm to the scenery. This time it looked a little awkward, probably in the middle of maintenance—but somehow even that gave it a bit of character.

大阪サウナDESSE
Sauna Desse Osaka definitely lived up to the hype.

Just like everyone says, you can really feel the passion and intention behind every detail of this place, and it hits all the right spots.From the temperature and humidity settings to the lighting and sound design, everything feels carefully thought out.

The atmosphere is also great, with respectful guests all around. Maybe it’s because the space itself naturally makes you want to carry yourself better.

Tried every sauna in order, got perfectly relaxed, and finished it all off with a final blast in the hot bath.

Truly SUPREME.

大阪おこのみtacos

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ニュージャパン梅田
Visited Sauna New Japan Umeda.

I realized I had actually been here about 20 years ago.
Back then, I didn’t fully appreciate how amazing this place is.

The first floor has a huge high-temperature sauna with a massive stove and an incredible aroma.
As soon as you step out, there’s suddenly a pool right in front of you❗️
Swim across it, and you’ll find the stairs leading up to the second floor.

On the second floor, there’s a beautiful birchwood sauna.
You can do self löyly here, and it hits so well.
After that, straight into a 15°C cold bath.

Then up to the third floor.
Right after climbing the spiral staircase, there’s a small sauna with a triangular roof.
This one was especially charming.
The stove looks almost like a traditional Japanese irori hearth, and you can do self löyly there too.

And the best part?
This place has bar counters inside the bath area on both the first and second floors.

This place is just too good.

鳥レバー

アパホテル金沢駅前
this place is slowly becoming a must.

The open-air bath is great, but what really hits is the reclining room after you get out… perfect chill.

The sauna itself is spacious with a double-stove setup, and the heat spreads evenly throughout — really solid atmosphere.

湯来楽　内灘
Looks like this place is big on bedrock baths, but even without trying it, I had a great experience.
The water felt amazing—almost like it was gently caressing my skin ♨️
Next time, I’m definitely trying the bedrock bath too.

極楽湯
The outdoor bath here is next level — the reclining bath is absolutely perfect.

The sauna feels great too, but what really stands out is the open-air bath area. I love the atmosphere here. The traditional Japanese design lets you truly feel the seasons and the mood of the place.

Starting next week, there’s a 呪術廻戦collaboration… so yeah, I’ll definitely be back.

アパホテル金沢駅前
This was my first visit.

The sauna is spacious, with two stoves, so even if you sit in the back, the heat feels just right.

The outdoor bath is truly beautiful—like an urban oasis, with the ceiling covered in hanging vines, reminiscent “品川サウナ”

It was also entertaining to encounter a variety of characters: the humming guy, the muttering guy, and even the stretching guy.

I’ll definitely be coming back.

雲龍一包軒 金沢フォーラス店

骨肉

出汁取ったガラに味つけてあるのかな？ こーいうの好きですー😊

金沢ゆめのゆ
It’s been a while since my last visit to this sauna.
The outdoor bath has a spot where you can lie down, and it feels incredibly relaxing — I could stay there forever.

Another thing worth mentioning is how kind the staff are.
Their warm and attentive service makes the whole experience even more comfortable.

Definitely a place that reminds me how good it is every time I come back.

テルメ金沢
Rocked my birthday-gift, a high-spec sauna hat,
Hit my HOOD, Terme — yeah, I’m back to that.

Light on my head but it hits just right,
Deep in the heat, steady sweat, pure delight.

Spring break crowd, yeah, it’s packed inside,
Still high-class vibes — you can feel the pride.

Good energy flows, no need to stall,
Now I’m cooling down… time for a 角ハイ🥃

しあわせの湯
This sauna has a lot of regulars and gives off a very traditional vibe, but the overall atmosphere is surprisingly respectful.
I noticed several people carefully straightening the towels on the floor, which really left a good impression.🧺

The bath water quality is excellent, and the staff provide top-notch service.
It’s simply a great place.

テルメ金沢

Lately I feel like I’m here almost every week.

If you come here, the 奥の間 sauna is a must.
It has a calm atmosphere where you can take your time and really sweat.

It can get crowded sometimes, but it’s still the kind of place you keep coming back to.

After the sauna, I always look forward to the food.
The イカ🦑🔥&梅貝🐚🍲are especially delicious.

A place where both the sauna and the food hit the spot—
that’s probably why I end up coming back again and again. 🧖‍♂️

せせらぎの郷
遠赤外線ボナサウナ
has excellent hot spring water quality.
Since it’s not a salty spring, you can relax and soak for a long time without feeling uncomfortable.

The sauna is listed as 70°C, but it uses far-infrared heat, so it warms your body slowly and deeply. Combined with the fact that it’s located deep in the mountains, the whole place feels like a chill-out style retreat.

One tip about the sauna: the far-infrared heater is located near the feet on the second tier, so I recommend sitting on the first tier. The warm air hits right around your waist level, which feels perfect🤔

Also, the outdoor bath offers a great view of the surrounding satoyama countryside, so I imagine it would be beautiful in every season—especially during autumn foliage or snowy winter days.

It’s a wonderful place where you can relax and heal at a slow pace.

吉田屋山王閣
has a system where the men’s and women’s baths switch depending on the time of day.

This time, I entered the 『森の幸』area, available from 2:00 PM

The sauna was impeccably clean, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully designed — I was completely satisfied.

Outside, there’s a sauna room, a cold plunge, a warm bath, and even washing stations, all in the open air.
The sense of freedom is incredible.

sense of liberation-like sauna room, the【 iki 】stove steadily builds the heat, lifting your spirits as the temperature rises.

Now I definitely want to experience the 「無限の命」area starting at 4:00 PM as well.

It’s quite crowded in March because of the coupon campaign, but the staff’s polite and attentive service never changes, which is truly wonderful.

I love the classic sauna is 奥の間 — it wasn’t overly hot, and I could relax for a full 30 minutes while looking out the window. Three perfect sets.

I wanted to try their famous rice bowl, but since I don’t usually eat much white rice, I asked for it without rice for the same price. They kindly accommodated my request, and I’m very grateful. It was absolutely delicious!!
最高の休日をありがとうございます！

肉しみ丼（米抜き）

お値段そのままでおねがいしたところ、心地良くご対応くださいました！美味しかったです！

焼肉 after sauna.
This place is a total entertainment complex.

There are two saunas here,
but the one in the back is on another level.

Through the large window, the outside world keeps moving—
cars passing on the road,
people playing on the tennis court,
birds gathering in the riverside woods.

And I get to watch all of it
while sitting in the heat.

This place really is
a total entertainment complex.

Been about two years, I guess.

Came here to sweat out yesterday’s drinks,
and man… this place still has the best vibe.

10 minutes × 8 sets.

What really gets me is the atmosphere.
The open-air bath is super spacious,
with old-fashioned wooden sliding doors and lattice windows
that divide an inner garden and an outer garden.
Feels like soaking in a proper traditional Japanese house —
that kind of quiet, dignified beauty that hits you deep.

The sauna itself is amazing too.
Plastered walls and ceiling, almost like a cave.
For me, the sauna is a place for positive meditation —
a moment to reconnect with gratitude —
so atmosphere really matters.

Only one small letdown:
there’s a little waterfall basin inside the sauna,
but it seems to be stopped right now.

Still…
nothing but gratitude. 🙏♨️

Visited a spa famous for its great water.
I get it now—my body and skin felt like they were drinking the water.
Not just on a surface level, but deeper, as if the water was being absorbed inside me, even into some deep, subconscious place.

This is just my personal take, but I feel like you can sense water quality more clearly in a cold plunge than in a hot spring.
I genuinely felt healthier afterward lol.

The outdoor air bath was also incredible—snow-covered and almost dreamlike.
This might be a place best enjoyed in winter.