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Fifty years ago, there were about 2,500 public baths in Tokyo. Currently, there are about 500 houses. The number of public baths continues to decrease, and although it will be reopened, it is unlikely that a new opening will be opened. In this modern trend of Tokyo sento, Jushiyu, which was born in Chuo-ku in the 21st century, can be called a "miracle public bath."

This is Mr. Takehiko Kurokawa, my husband. Previously, you ran a plum hot water in Kuramae, Taito-ku. Ume no Yu was like a public bath filled with many features that came to mind when I heard that Showa was born in the Kanto region, such as a tiled roof with a staggered gable, a dressing room in coffered ceiling, and a paint painting on Mount Fuji.

Ume no Yu, which was often used for TV locations, was the venue for the report conference for the completion of the movie "Termae Romane" (*) in 2012. Set in ancient Roman baths and modern Japanese public baths, this work was very popular with the perfect Romans of Hiroshi Abe, who played the leading role, shocked the world. Hiroshi Abe is an actor who can be said to be the face of the Nihonbashi area as a detective Kyoichiro Kaga of the "Shinjin" series, and I feel something related.

※This is the first movie of a comical manga depicting a story created by an ancient Roman bath designer traveling back in time to modern Japan.

Ume no Yu was closed unfortunately, but his husband's many years of experience was utilized here in Chuo-ku. I am deeply moved by the fact that Jushiyu, the newest public bath in Tokyo, has inherited the genealogy of the public bath that has been popular since ancient times.

The management of a public bath is a very painful task. My son, Tomoo, helps me prepare and clean up every day. He is a reliable ally who supports his master. The son, who would have grown up looking at the back of his father working in a public bath from a young age, was skillfully prepared with his husband before opening, and it was exactly the public bath father and son hawk.

men's bath and Joyu are not replaced. Please see the photos of each bathroom.

The blue Japanese shop curtain on the right is the men's bath. The red Japanese shop curtain on the left is a women's bath.

A spacious dressing room. The large and easy-to-use locker is a return type of 100 yen coin.

Edo famous place Japanbashi Hiroshige Utagawa (men's bath)
The method of showing the classic Mount Fuji with Hiroshige's ukiyo-e instead of paint, is a stylish measure unique to the Nihonbashi area.

Both men's bath and ladies' bath have two bathtubs, one with hot water.
The extra sauna is a dry sauna with a cold water bath. On the other hand, the women's bath is a healing wet sauna.

Einouchi Edobashi, a famous place in Tokyo, Umedo Kunimasa (ladies' bath)
The gorgeous and rich colors of Kaika-e will delight the eyes of those who slowly soak in the hot water.

The shower head in the washing area is fixed. It's a traditional style.
It is rare for public baths in the city to have a partition for each karan. There is little resistance to those who are not used to public bath. In addition, there are also two standing showers.

Of the 12 washrooms, two showers with handrails were not fixed but handy type. This is a specification that is easy to use for those who assist. Jushiyu is accessible by elevator not only from the hotel but also from the nearest Kodemmacho Station. I realized that it was a new century public bath in the barrier-free design found everywhere.

There is a rest space in the hall, and massage chairs are installed on sofas, TVs, vending machines, etc.
Here, men and women can meet without cooling hair to the core.

Around Kodemmacho Station, where Jushiyu is located, and around Bakurocho Station, the number of fashionable hostels (simple lodgings) popular with young people has increased, and many people come from overseas have come to see it. Even in Jushiyu, the stickers are written in English in some places. My husband doesn't speak foreign languages, but there's nothing difficult in a public bath, so anyone told me to drop in. Jushiyu, which is bright and easy to understand at the entrance, is also recommended as a place for travelers to experience different cultures.

The best way to walk around the city is to visit Nihonbashi Seven Lucky Gods. It is said to be a course that can be worshiped in the shortest time in Japan. From Kodemmacho Station, which is the starting point or end point, to Ningyocho Station, you always pass by a person walking with a map in one hand.

In the area of Jisshi Park, there are Edo Sanen historical sites (bells at Kokumachi, ruins of Denmacho prison, end of Dr. Shoin Yoshida), and you can also enjoy astringent flohing (take a bath) combined with historical exploration town walks. You.

After walking around the town, let's sweat in a public bath.

Jushiyu (Jishiyu)
5-19, Nihonbashi Kodenmacho, Chuo-ku Jushi Square Annex 2F
０３－６２６４－９９２０　※Japanese only
Kodemmacho Station
１５：００ ～ ２３：００
Sunday regular holiday

Click here for a list of public baths in Chuo-ku
Central Bath Association Official Website Fureai no Yu http://www.268chuou.com/

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