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Discover Japan’s Sauna Meccas: Relax, Refresh & Totono-u

Japanese saunas featured in the video

Sauna Name	Prefecture	Features
Kitakobushi Shiretoko Hotel & Resort	Hokkaido	The only sauna in Japan where you can relax while gazing at drift ice in the World Heritage site of Shiretoko. Offers two unique saunas: “KAKUUNA” and “UNEUNA.”
Sauna & Hotel Karumaru Ikebukuro	Tokyo	Known as the “Disneyland of Saunas.” Men-only, featuring Rock, Kelo, Steam, and Wood-Burning saunas. Extremely popular Ladies’ Day once a month.
Sky Spa YOKOHAMA	Kanagawa	A “spa in the sky” on the 14th floor of Sky Building. European-style relaxation with carbonated baths, jacuzzis, dry and steam saunas.
CYCLE	Yamanashi	Opened in April 2024. Mixed-gender sauna with swimsuits required. Chat-friendly, self-löyly allowed, and breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji.
Sauna Shikiji	Shizuoka	A “holy place” for sauna lovers. Famous for its herbal sauna, high-temperature dry sauna, and natural spring-fed cold bath with excellent water quality.
JOKI SAUNA	Oita	Riverside tent sauna by Lodge Kiyokawa. Heats up to 120°C, then cool off by diving into the clear river surrounded by peaceful nature.