Private Family Baths (Kashikiri-buro) | How to Book & What to Expect

What is a Kashikiri-buro?

• An entire private bathroom exclusively for your group (typically 50–90 minutes)
• An additional fee applies — usually ¥500–¥3,000 depending on the facility
• Perfect for guests with tattoos, families with young children, and couples seeking privacy
• Many facilities offer kashikiri-buro with natural flowing spring water (源泉かけ流し, gensen kake-nagashi)

How to Use a Private Bath

1. 1

   Reserve at the front desk

   Some facilities accept same-day reservations; others require advance booking. Confirm availability when you arrive or call ahead.

2. 2

   Collect the key at your reserved time

   Proceed to your designated bath at the specified time. Arriving late reduces your bathing time, as the slot ends at the scheduled time.

3. 3

   Prepare to leave 10 minutes early

   Tidy up the bathroom briefly before your time is up. Extensions depend on whether the next slot is free — ask at the front desk.