Japan’s bubble bath (ソープランド / Soap Land) is Japan’s unique bathing service culture and is famous for its unique “soaking” service.This article will introduce in detail the origin of bubble bath, how to play it, and well-known stores across the country.
The Origin and History of Bubble Bath
The origins of bubble baths can be traced back to the “yuya” (public bathhouses) of the Edo period.The bathhouses at that time not only had the function of bathing, but also gave rise to the culture of “three assistants” serving women.After World War II in 1945, “Turkish bath” (Turkish bath) appeared in Japan, which introduced a combination of Western-style bath and massage bed, and then developed a unique bubble bath service.After Japan implemented relevant laws in 1958, the bubble bath industry continued to exist in the form of “special bathhouses” within the legal framework, forming the bubble bath industry we know today.
Nowadays, bubble baths are mainly concentrated in specific areas of big cities, such as famous areas such as Yoshihara in Tokyo, Tobita Shinchi in Osaka, and Nakasu in Fukuoka.
How to play and process bubble bath
1. Select the store and girl: Select the store through the website or magazine, and select the girl you like when you arrive at the store. 2. Payment of materials: Pay according to the package time, and the standard is usually 60 minutes to 120 minutes.Prices vary by shop and girl, but generally start in the tens of thousands of yen. 3. Preparation for entering the room: The girl will guide you into the room and take a simple shower and bath to relax. 4. Bubble bath core experience: Using a special bathtub and air pump to create a large amount of fine foam, this is the most unique part of the bubble bath. 5. Rest and service: Rinse after soaking, chat and rest, then shower.Famous bubble bath areas across the country
Tokyo Yoshiwara: The most famous birthplace of bubble bath in Japan, with more than 150 stores.It continues from the Edo period to the present day.Recommended famous stores include “Kuraru・ドラゴン” and “エルドラド”. Osaka·Tobita Shinchi: The largest area in Osaka, the architecture retains the streetscape style of the Showa era.We recommend “Matsu no Ka” and “Bamboo no Ka”. Fukuoka Nakasu: Kyushu’s largest happy street, with shops concentrated along the Nakagawa River.The price is relatively moderate. Nishiki: There are many shops around the bustling streets of Nagoya, which are famous for their meticulous service. Sapporo・すすきの（Susukino）: Hokkaido’s largest happy street, famous for its warm service.The above is a complete introduction to Japanese bubble baths.