【Tokyo・Shibuya】The secret house-like public bath which became a stage for a Japanese soap opera, “Bunka-Yokusen”
I updated this article in January 2025 to incorporate my findings from this research, along with the latest information for 2025.
Another reason for updating the article is the growing interest in tours that allow visitors to safely and deeply experience Shibuya's nightlife. Because Shibuya is a city that continues to develop at a dizzying pace and in complex ways, tourists visiting for the first time find it extremely difficult to discover the truly excellent spots beloved by locals.
This is why food tours led by knowledgeable local guides who know Shibuya inside and out have been gaining popularity, as they take visitors through Shibuya's maze of izakaya establishments.
In fact, Magical Trip's tour, which ranked #1 among all tours on Tripadvisor, has been receiving numerous applications.
If you want to experience authentic izakayas beloved by Shibuya locals, try the "Shibuya Bar Hopping Night Tour in Tokyo," which is ranked #2 on Magical Trip. A knowledgeable local guide who knows Shibuya inside and out will take you to spots where you can enjoy genuine Japanese cuisine.
And if you want to make the most of Tokyo's nightlife, you absolutely must join the "Tokyo Bar Hopping Night Tour in Shinjuku," which is rated #1 on Tripadvisor. You can safely explore Shinjuku's historic retro drinking districts and Kabukicho, the largest entertainment district in Asia, with an expert guide who knows Shinjuku thoroughly.
We hope you'll have a wonderful time experiencing everything Shibuya has to offer by joining a Magical Trip tour!
Introduction
Bunka-Yokusen is located one stop away from Shibuya, which is a bathhouse that has a history of over 70 years. It was also the stage for a Japanese soap opera, “Furoagari no Sora ni”.
What we want to focus on here is the nano bath and the soft water. The bathtub in Bunka-Yokusen uses a nano bubble generator. Nano bubbles are known for its effects on losing weight as well as beauty treatment. It also cleans small stains from your skin, resulting in beautiful skin afterwards. Furthermore, the water used here is soft water. Therefore, you won’t have to worry about your skin or hair being damaged after bathing. It is highly recommended for people with atopic dermatitis, sensitive skin, or dry skin.
The characteristic of Bunka-Yokusen’s interior is the painted picture. It is common for Japan’s bathhouses to have painted pictures on their walls, but most of these paintings are rectangular. However, the painting in Bunka-Yokusen is round. This is Japan’s first round painting. By all means, check it out. If you want to enjoy both modern technology and Japan’s tradition, Bunka-Yokusen is the place to visit!
Detail of Bunka-Yokusen
| Address | 3-6-8, Higashiyama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, Japan |
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| Business hours | Weekday・Sat 3:30PM to 1AM
Sun 8AM to 12PM, 3:30PM to 1AM |
| Web | http://bunkayokusen.grupo.jp/ |
