I want to know the type of sauna! Introducing recommended spots you can experience

Updated: 2022/04/14

Activity Japan editorial department

It has become more popular in recent years sauna Has become abundant in variety, and you can now enjoy various types.

What kind of saunas are there?
This time Types of sauna or Recommended sauna spot Introducing I will continue to do it.

I want to experience the sauna, Where can i experience it , What kind of atmosphere can you enjoy? If you want to know such things, please refer to it.

table of contents

1 There are two main types of saunas
2 A more detailed explanation of the types of saunas
3 Other sauna classifications
4 Recommended sauna experience
5 There are many types of saunas! Find your favorite type
6 Editorial department recommended feature article

What does it mean to "set up" in a sauna? Tips on how to enter and recommended sauna spots

There are two main types of saunas

There are many types of saunas " Drywall "When" Wet sauna 2 types It is divided into.

Then this Features of the two saunas I will briefly introduce about.

Drywall

Drywall (drywall) teeth High temperature and low humidity There is a feature.

The temperature is About 70 to 100 degrees , Humidity is 20% or less Most of them are set in.

Generally speaking, in Japan, sauna is a drywall sauna. Is the mainstream, and drywall has been introduced in many public baths.

Drywall It is common to enter with a water bath is.

The structure of drywall Many are staircase type , The upper part is hot To become People who are not good at heat sit at the bottom It would be good to devise such as.

There are individual differences, but drywall is Difficult to breathe at high temperatures Many people feel that The low humidity tends to dry the skin is.

Sauna hat While preventing the hair from drying out and getting enough water Moisturize your skin Probably.

Wet sauna

Wet sauna teeth, Humidity sauna Pointed to and heated to a high temperature Steam generated by pouring water on the sauna stone Promotes sweating.

Nowadays, not only water Water with aroma or tea Put etc. on the sauna stone, A facility where you can refresh while enjoying the scent There is also.

The average temperature is About 40 degrees It is easier to enter at a lower temperature than drywall, Humidity is about 90% to 100% Because there is also Feel the same heat as drywall There will be times.

but, Less suffocation and dryness compared to drywall Many people feel that, in that respect, you can comfortably promote the sweating effect.

A more detailed explanation of the types of saunas

Sauna There are two main types, "dry type" and "wet type". but, Fine types that take advantage of each feature there is.

next, Types and characteristics of more subdivided saunas Let's take a look at such things.

Far infrared sauna

Far infrared sauna teeth, Sauna using far infrared rays, which is a type of electromagnetic wave is.

The temperature is Relatively low temperature of about 60 to 70 degrees Therefore, it is recommended for people who are not good at dry saunas because they are too hot, but want to sweat well.

Wet sauna

Explained in the previous chapter Wet sauna but, Small types such as those using steam and mist there is.

What are the characteristics of wet saunas? Let's take a look.

・ Steam sauna

Steam sauna that fills the room with steam ..

Room temperature Approximately 40-60 degrees, which is lower than the dry sauna but, Humidity is quite high, about 80% to 100% For, Features that feel enough heat there is.

By spreading warm steam all over the body, Promotes good quality sweating while slowly transmitting heat ..

・ Mist sauna

Mist sauna teeth, Sauna filled with low temperature mist of 40 to 50 degrees Celsius is.

Because it's cold Enter slowly for a longer time than a hot sauna can do.

Recently prepared for the bathroom Home mist sauna Because there is also Feel free to enjoy at home It came to be.

aroma You can use such as to further enhance the relaxing effect, etc. Sauna popular with women is.

Finnish sauna

Finnish sauna Is slightly cooler than drywall About 80 to 90 degrees Not too hot, Humidity is 70% Characterized by high humidity is.

There are also small types of Finnish saunas So I will introduce it.

・ Kero Sauna

Kero Sauna teeth Sauna with a nice scent is.

" Kero "Is Wood of pine trees that have died in the forest for about 100 years That.
Above all Finnish pine over 300 years old teeth Silver pine Also called, rare phantom wood It has been with.

Rare high-grade wood with mellow scent and heat insulation It is said that Kero Sauna, a sauna made using Finnish pine It's called.

as if Comfortable like a forest bath Because there is Recommended for people who like aroma It is a sauna.

・ Leil

Leil Is Sprinkle water on a heated sauna stone to generate steam and raise the sensible temperature. Is called.

"Leil" is "Steam" in Finnish language, the home of the sauna means. Mainstream in Finnish sauna It is a sauna.

The room temperature of the leil is the same as the Finnish sauna About 80 to 90 degrees .. Freely adjust the temperature with steam The higher the humidity, the more sweating can be promoted.

In Japan, right after watering the sauna stones The style of sending heat waves by looking up with a fan or towel is popular is.

・ Smoke sauna

Smoke sauna teeth, Finnish traditional sauna is.

Sauna room without chimney Burn firewood in the room, warm the stones, Slowly raise the room temperature over hours To go.

Since there is no chimney, open small windows and doors Burn firewood many times while emitting smoke To go.
Ventilation may lower the room temperature, but once warmed, the room will stay warm for more than 2 hours.

When entering, sprinkle water on the occasionally heated sauna stones. Leil And promotes sweating while raising the sensible temperature.

Enjoy the scent of smoke The real thrill of smoked sauna is. But for now There are few facilities in Japan where you can experience a smoked sauna ..

・ Ice sauna

What is an ice sauna? Room temperature Around -25 degrees Sauna is.

In Finland, temperatures can reach minus 35 degrees Celsius in winter, Outside air bath at -25 degrees Is not uncommon. The ice sauna is a reproduction of such a real environment.

Ice sauna The role of a water bath that cools down the body that is lit in the sauna ..

Depending on the facility, The water temperature of the water bath that is generally installed is about 3 to 8 degrees. Therefore, the ice sauna gives you a feeling of chilling past the cold.

The ice sauna is rather Cool down sauna for advanced sauna You can say that.

Salt sauna

Salt sauna (Salty sauna) teeth A sauna where you can apply salt to your body is.

To enter the salt sauna, first warm your body in a bathtub to make it easier to sweat. Apply the salt in the sauna room to your body and wait for the salt to dissolve. ..

Gently apply salt so that it does not hurt your skin. Be careful not to rub ..

When the salt melts Gently massage along the lymph Let.

Frozen sauna

Similar to an ice sauna, but Frozen sauna teeth Room temperature -10 degrees degree. A sauna where you can cool down without taking a cold bath is.

It ’s not cold enough to freeze, Cold enough to feel comfortable so, Slowly cool down your body in the sauna Will do it.

It doesn't feel as refreshing as a water bath, Cool down sauna recommended for people who are not good at water baths and beginners of sauna is.

Other sauna classifications

Sauna is not just for hot spring facilities. Sauna that you can enjoy while enjoying the outdoors There is also.

Especially due to the influence of the times when it is difficult to go out, Charter or feel free to enjoy Barrel sauna or Tent Sauna ® Is getting more and more attention.

Barrel sauna

Barrel sauna What is A barrel-shaped sauna hut is.

The feel of the wood is comfortable, Sophisticated design Is the charm of the barrel sauna.

It has become more popular in recent years Even individuals who install it at home or in a villa Is also increasing.

The stove used in the barrel sauna A wide variety of electricity, gas, and firewood is.

The rounded shape of the barrel is Steam efficiently circulates throughout the barrel Therefore, you can enjoy the sauna while enjoying the scent of wood.

Tent Sauna ®

Tent Sauna ® Can be enjoyed outdoors, A portable tent-type sauna is.

Inside a dedicated heat-resistant tent So, by sprinkling water on the heated sauna stone to generate steam, Finnish sauna You can enjoy.

If you sweat well while enjoying the great outdoors, The best part of the tent sauna is that you can cool down by the water or in the open air. You can say that.

Unlike other saunas Can be installed anywhere you like For, Enjoy your private space While not worrying about the eyes around You can enjoy leil at your own pace Is also attractive.

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Recommended sauna experience

next Facilities where you can experience Tent Sauna ® and private sauna Introducing.

It is a recommended facility where you can prepare your mind and body to your heart's content in the sauna while enjoying the outdoor atmosphere.

Nolla naguri / Saitama

Saitama ・ "" in Hanno Nolla naguri "teeth, A complex facility where you can experience Scandinavia .. Tent Sauna ® Besides BBQ (barbecue) or glamping You can enjoy such things.

Finnish sauna room teeth Charter So you can enjoy it without worrying about the surroundings.

From setting up a tent to igniting a wood stove You can do all the steps yourself Therefore, the sense of accomplishment is exceptional.

If you use aroma water for leil, you will be refreshed with a pleasant scent every time you take a deep breath!
A bunch of young birch " Vichta If you hit the whole body with "", you will be able to fully experience the feeling of a Scandinavian sauna.

Up to 4 people per tent .. You can enjoy a private sauna with couples and friends depending on the scene.

You can rent sandals, gowns, bath towels and other necessary items, All you need is a swimsuit !!
You can easily enjoy the Finnish sauna to your heart's content.

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[Saitama / Hanno] Experience Scandinavian with nature-filled Hanno surrounded by forests and rivers-One-day tent sauna charter plan

Nolla naguri

Hanno

8,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

It is a plan that you can rent out a Finnish tent sauna ® for one day at Nora Naguri, which is about 40 minutes by express train from Ikebukuro station and 45 minutes by bus from Hanno station. Up to 4 people per tent can be used, so couples, families and groups can enjoy it. You can enjoy it only with a swimsuit because you have everything you need such as a shower and lockers. View of Tokyo

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[Saitama / Hanno] Experience Scandinavian countries with nature-filled Hanno surrounded by forests and rivers-glamping accommodation (1 night 2 meals, with night sauna)

Nolla naguri

Hanno

30,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

池袋駅から特急で約40分,Hanno駅からバスで45分の場所にあるノーラ名栗で1泊2日のglampingを楽しんでいただけるプランis.1テント4名まで宿泊可能なのso,カップルでもご家族でもグループでもお楽しみいただけます..ノーラ名栗オリジナルの北欧風BBQor,宿泊者限定のナイトsaunaをお楽しみいただき,心身

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MISATO DE SAUNA / Miyazaki

" MISATO DE SAUNA "teeth Assembled sauna rental where you can enjoy the authentic Finnish sauna is.

Sauna rental Miyazaki ・ Possible at natural parks and campsites in Misatocho.
The location of the sauna can be moved, but the main area is " Oseri no Taki Nature Park "is.

If you install it near the river, Dive into the river instead of a water bath and cool down can.

Experience assembling and starting a fire by yourself You can do it, and the instructor will carefully teach you how to enter and enjoy the sauna, so even beginners can rest assured.

Sugi from Misato Town is used for firewood in the sauna and stove. .. You can feel the nature of Misato with your whole body.

Temple Camp Daitaiji / Wakayama

Wakayama ・ Nachikatsuura Town It is in" Temple Camp Daitai-ji Temple "teeth, Japan's first attempt Will be Facilities where you can enjoy campsites and RV parks is.

Tent Sauna ® Riverside sauna where you can cool down on the river in front of you .. Experience from chopping wood to making Vihita by yourself The sense of accomplishment that you can enjoy is irresistible.

Before entering the sauna Experience "Zazen" And face yourself.
Basic know-how such as how to sit and breathing will be taught carefully, so if you learn it, it seems that changes will be added to your daily life.

While enjoying zazen at the temple and the nature of Kumano, Experience the ultimate in physical and mental well-being I can do it.

[Wakayama / Nachikatsuura] The best tent sauna experience on the riverside, including firewood making, vihita making, and zazen!

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Kushimoto / Nachikatsuura

7,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Experience everything in the tent sauna over the course of a day. Try making everything you need for firewood, Vichta, and the tent sauna. Let's look at the state of mind through zazen, and finally heal in the finest tent sauna at the riverside. 10 steps from the tent to the river is the shortest class of comfort in Kansai! It feels great because you can make it yourself and enjoy it yourself! The best Nachi in Japan

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There are many types of saunas! Find your favorite type

The sauna is roughly divided into Two types, "drywall" and "wet sauna" There is, and if you divide it further, There are different types I found out.

Above all Tent Sauna ® Can refresh your mind and body while enjoying the outdoors Best activity It can also be said.

By all means, find the type of sauna that suits you and enjoy the sauna life that will keep you physically and mentally fit.

* Information on plans, fees, referral facilities, etc. is as of April 2022.

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