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Onsen Etiquette

Practice arranging considerate steps for three moments in a Japanese hot-spring visit.

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What you will learn

  • Recognize the broad flow of an onsen visit
  • Place washing steps before entering shared water
  • Follow facility-specific signs and guidance

Activities

  1. 01Put It in OrderNot started

    Before entering the bath

    Arrange the steps, then check your order.

    You have entered an onsen facility and are preparing to use the shared bath.

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  2. 02Put It in OrderNot started

    At the washing area

    Arrange the steps, then check your order.

    You are at a washing station beside the shared bathing area.

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  3. 03Put It in OrderNot started

    Return to the changing area

    Arrange the steps, then check your order.

    You are ready to leave the bathing area and return to your belongings.

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Practice reading entrance cues, using slippers considerately, and checking the rule when footwear expectations vary.

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