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You're probably familiar with the favourite Roman past time of nude public bathing, but did you know that it's an even bigger phenomenon in Japan? Getting hot and steamy is deeply rooted in the Japanese culture, and public baths are still as popular as ever. The archipelago, which consists of over 6

In a time when public bathing is rapidly diminishing in popularity, designer Jo Nagasaka took on the task of modernizing a local sento, or Japanese bathhouse, called Koganeyu. Jo’s imaginative work engages tradition and contemporary style in one space. To bring modern appeal and maintain Koganeyu’s focus on community and togetherness, Jo introduced an updated […]

The firm Schemata Architects has refurbished a 'sento' in Tokyo, adding a bar to attract young people and preserve traditional bath culture.

Once ubiquitous in Japan’s crowded capital where many homes did not have baths, sento are closing fast – but some of these public bathhouses have been given a new lease of life through renovations, while others are reinventing themselves as cool hangouts

Koganeyu revives the Japanese sento tradition for the 21st century.

Image 12 of 25 from gallery of Komaeyu Public Bathhouse / Schemata Architects + Jo Nagasaka. Photograph by Ju Yeon Lee

Gabe Brown on Instagram: "Final intent, large section Pot, fire and bath combines relaxation, creativity and communication through a public bathhouse, pottery studio and shared living spaces. It seeks to provide connection for Camden residences who experience social isolation through the projects programme and increased chance encounters. unclothed companionship facilitates friendly conversation in the bath house; while new skills and confidence are built in the pottery studio. The kiln…

Schemata Architects has renovated a traditional sento or public bathhouse in Tokyo adding modern touches including a bar serving beer.

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