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Japanese Culture

The Forgotten World of Sansuke: The Unsung Bathhouse Attendants of Japan’s Sento Culture

Discover the lost world of Japan’s Sansuke bathhouse attendants. Explore their roles, the purpose of Sansuke Rooms, and how their traditions live on in modern Japanese spa culture.
Japanese Culture

Japanese Bathhouse Culture: From Ancient Temples to Modern Super Sento

Explore Japan’s rich bathhouse (sento) culture, from its Buddhist origins to modern super sento. Learn about mixed bathing, architecture, sauna customs, and the enduring role of community bathing.
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