We’re longtime fans of the ofuro, or Japanese soaking tub, both for its good looks and promotion of rest and relaxation at the end of the day. Here are 10 in-situ favorites, ranging from traditional hinoki cypress wood or darker teakwood baths to Western-style ceramic baths in Japanese-style wood wrapping.










Explore our Remodeling 101: Bath Guide, which covers Bathtubs and Showers, Bathroom Hardware, and Bath Accessories. And learn more about the art of Japanese bathing in:
- New from Nendo: The Japanese-Inspired Bath
- How to Bathe, Japanese-Style
- Bathroom of the Week: A Japanese-Style Bath in London, Greenery Included
Finally, get more ideas on how to evaluate and choose a bathtub or shower in our Remodeling 101 Guide: Bathroom Tubs & Showers.
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