Our baths & springs
Japanese bath
An experience for all senses
Sink down into the hot springs and gaze out over the archipelago, take a refreshing cold dip, and feel how the heat in the sauna awakens both body and soul. In our Japanese bath, warmth and cold, stillness and conversation, rest, and life come together in a dynamic experience.
Yasuragi is a large facility, and we welcome many guests, especially during weekends. To ensure you can enjoy the bath as you wish, we have divided our spa into different zones, some where you can talk, laugh, and socialize with loved ones, others where you can reflect inward with calm and silence. For a quieter experience, we recommend a visit in the evening or on weekdays during the daytime. You can also participate in one of our tranquil activities in the dojo or book a spa treatment to truly unwind.
The Japanese Bath
Ancient washing rituals, invigorating cold baths and hot water that rinses away all the must-dos of everyday life - our Japanese bath is more than a spa. It is the heart of the whole house, with stunning architecture in a brutalist style, cold and hot springs, saunas and a fantastic view of the Stockholm archipelago, all year round. Take a deep breath, let go and make room for silence and reflection, or conversation and laughter. Here, you and your experience are in focus.
Feel free to wear the yukata and swimwear that we provide, or use your own if you feel more comfortable with that.
Daiyokujo 大浴場 The big bath
The first thing you encounter in our spa is the hot bath, with beautiful design inspired by imperial Japanese courtyards. Here, the soul finds its respite and the simple lines of the architecture provide peace of mind. Water temperature 35 degrees.
Rotenburo 露天風呂 Outdoor Hot Springs
Close your eyes and let nature come close in our warm outdoor hot springs, inspired by Japanese onsen. Water temperature about 39 degrees Celsius.
In the morning and afternoon, we have silent half-hours in the outdoor hot springs, allowing you to relax completely and enjoy the tranquility.
Foot bath 湯
Start your visit with a foot bath. It is a pleasant way to warm the body from the bottom up. Water temperature 39 degrees.
Tansanburo Carbonated Bath
Recharge in the carbonated bath, where the small bubbles awaken the body and rejuvenate both body and mind. Water temperature 39 degrees.
Mizoburo 水風呂 Cold Bath
Take a break and cool off in our refreshing cold spring. Did you know that the alternation between hot and cold is considered to have health-promoting effects on circulation? Water temperature 12-14 degrees.
Dokutsuburo Cave Bath
Sink into the water and gaze up at the mighty mountain on which Yasuragi rests. The contrast between the cool air and the warm water provides a delightful sensation, while the quiet, tranquil atmosphere invites relaxation and contemplation. Water temperature 39 degrees.
Cold Bath and Outdoor Sauna 露天風呂
Experience the contrast between heat and coolness in our outdoor sauna with a view over the pines and the Saltsjön, with a refreshing cold bath at 12 degrees right next to it. The exterior of the sauna is inspired by a building in Nara from the 8th century Japan and combines rich history with timeless architecture.
Influenza Virus and Our Bathing Environment
At Yasuragi, we have ultrafiltration, which means that there is a built-in virus barrier in our mechanical water treatment. This prevents viruses from passing through the filter, so infections cannot spread in the water. According to our supplier, we maintain better water values than the recommendations of the Public Health Agency.
Common questions about
Our baths and springs
Yasuragi is more than just a spa. It's a place for relaxation rooted in Japanese bathhouse culture. In the Japanese bath, you'll find various hot springs and saunas where you can unwind and recharge. It's important to respect other guests and follow our onsen etiquette.
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What are the opening hours for the Japanese bath?
The Japanese bath is open every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM.
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Do I have to use your swimwear, or can I bring my own?
While in our Japanese bath, we ask that you wear the swimwear provided at check-in. This is to help create a harmonious atmosphere with minimal distractions. For the same reason, all our guests wear a yukata (a traditional Japanese cotton robe) during their stay. We kindly ask that you respect this.
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How does the bathing ritual work?
Here’s how it works: You’ll receive one bath towel and two small washcloths for cleansing. Inside the washing area, you’ll find stools and buckets placed in front of taps. You wash yourself naked. Place one of the small towels on the stool and take a seat. Fill the bucket and pour water over yourself—again and again and again. When you begin to feel your body relax, slowly start washing.
Wet the cloth, add soap (everything you need is provided—soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion), and cleanse yourself thoroughly. It’s important that your entire body is clean before entering the bath. Then, rinse off by using the bucket again, just as you did at the beginning.
When you’re finished, show respect to the guests who come after you by placing the bucket back on the stool.
Now it’s time for the soul—sink into the warm spring waters. In the washing rooms, you’ll also find hot baths and a dry sauna. Nudity is permitted here for those who prefer.
Afterwards, put on your swimwear and head into the main bathhouse. You’re free to wander and discover our new experiences, such as the carbonated bath, sleep sauna, and much more. Further information about our experiences and daily activities is available on our digital screens.
Remember to drink plenty of water, as the environment is warm. In keeping with Japanese tradition, mobile phones are not permitted anywhere in the Japanese bath, the lounges, or the dojo.
YASURAGI MORE THAN JUST A SPA
A PLACE FOR RECREATION & REFLECTION
The Japanese word Yasuragi can be described as the blissful exhale you make when sinking into a hot spring and letting go for a while, a breath of the soul. Washing and bathing according to the ancient Japanese tradition is an excellent way to unwind and let go of everyday life. That's why you should start your visit to Yasuragi by cleansing yourself. Even today, the Japanese use this ancient meditative tradition to relax.
In Japan, water is seen as a symbol of purity, and they have elevated daily hygiene to a central and enjoyable part of life. At Yasuragi, you can experience the ritual that the Japanese have cultivated for millennia.
BATHING IN JAPAN
In Japan, due to volcanic activity, there are over 20,000 hot springs that are often rich in beneficial minerals. This type of springs have been believed to have miraculous powers in most cultures. Not surprising considering water is a necessity for life. Water has played a vital role in all world myths for this reason, especially in Japanese culture where the ancient Shinto folk religion emphasizes purity and reverence for nature. Water is seen as a symbol of purity.
The Japanese have truly elevated daily hygiene to a central and enjoyable part of life. Forget about quick showers.
To bathe Japanese-style ofuro means giving yourself time. Time to calmly sit on a small stool with a washcloth, soap, and a small basin under a low tap. Start by finding the right water temperature, then fill the tub and pour water over yourself. Repeat this process until your breathing calms down and you can feel relaxation setting in. A ritual the Japanese have cultivated for centuries.
Once you've unwound, take the washcloth and begin washing yourself. Start with your feet, the ones carrying you every day, give them a thorough massage and offer grateful thoughts. Continue in the same way with your hands, washing upward and inward toward the heart. If you have a friendly neighbor or friend on the stool next to you, you can ask for help in scrubbing your back, and of course, return the kindness.
After cleansing your body thoroughly, rinse off all soap and neatly put back the stool and basin, and remove your towels so it's nice and clean for the next guest. It's important to remember that we are all part of someone else's experience.
The next step is to enjoy the hot springs. In Japan, you cleanse yourself before bathing, unlike in some other cultures where you bathe to get clean.
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