Hotta-yu
Tokyo, Japan
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Budget-friendly
Drop-in
Access
Finnish · Sento
Sauna type
AufgussOutdoorCold PlungeHistoric
About
Hotta-yu is a neighbourhood sento in Adachi's Nishiarai area, rebuilt in 2022 around its Showa-era tile mural. An auto-löyly herbal sauna sits beside the open-air bath. The men's side has a deep cold plunge, and the women's side offers two plunge temperatures.
Good to know
- Runs aufguss sessions: a guided löyly ritual where an attendant fans the steam around the room on a schedule.
- Set up outdoors: weather is part of the experience, so dress for the walk between cabin and water.
- Cold plunge available on site: use it between rounds for the classic contrast cycle.
- A historic sauna with heritage worth the trip on its own, whether the building, the tradition, or both.
Hours
- Mon-Fri 14:00-24:00
- Sat-Sun-Hol 08:00-24:00
Closed on the second Thursday of the month
Common questions
Do I need to book Hotta-yu?
No. You can turn up during opening hours without booking.
How much does Hotta-yu cost?
Sessions are typically under ¥25 a person.
Does Hotta-yu have a cold plunge?
Yes. There is a cold plunge on site for contrast rounds.
When is Hotta-yu open?
Typical hours are Mon-Fri 14:00-24:00; Sat-Sun-Hol 08:00-24:00. Closed on the second Thursday of the month.
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