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title: "The Japanese Bath Paperback – February 1, 2012"
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# The Japanese Bath Paperback – February 1, 2012

**Brand:** bruce smithyoshiko yamamoto
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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    "The Japanese Bath"- a review by Rich Saylor, Architect
  

*by R***H on Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2015*

A very nice book, lots of very well-composed photos.  It's important to read the text, as modern plumbing and the adoption of some Western habits- to a point- have had an impact, even in Japanese homes.  Many photos were taken in California, so those photos are of interpretations of Japanese baths, rather than actual bathrooms in Japan, though there are lots of photos of those, too.  Naturally very, very few people can afford some of the more "high-end" bathrooms, but it does give a sampling of what can be done, providing price (and space) are not limitations.  Overall the net value is to see how a relaxed environment can be achieved, using muted colors and lighting, simple designs, and more natural, even semi-rustic materials where appropriate.  Regrettably the modern use of large areas of glass tends to undo the original subdued effect but this too is made clear (no pun intended) when one sees the result, and compares such open (and bright) lighting to the older approach.  I also highly recommend a couple of other books, "A Japanese Touch For Your Home" -lots of very excellent photos of modern homes- and "Japanese Homes and Their Surroundings", the latter being a Dover reprint of a book written in the 1880's, and so giving a truly authentic representation of the styles of old Japan, uninfluenced by Western concepts.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    A gorgeous photographic journey into the art of the bath
  

*by M**** on Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2002*

A relatively short book (less than 100 pages), what "The Japanese Bath" lacks in length it makes up for in content. Just about every page is filled with beautiful, full color photos ranging from small, home baths, to exquisite, private baths found in spas, to the large, community baths found in Japan. The authors keep the writing brief and simple, but it's nonetheless enlightening and captures well the Japanese mindset towards bathing.Paragraphs on how to build a Japanese bath from scratch are absent, but a great emphasis is placed on the points that make the Japanese bath so unique: lighting, depth, materials. The book provides abundant inspiration for creating your own design, without providing actual builders plans.If your wish is to incorporate a Japanese bath into your home, or simply to visit one, the resources guide in the back of the book will prove very useful. Most suppliers and spas are on the West Coast, but many have web addresses where they can be reached. One of the finest, Ki Arts, boasts "the flexibility to work anywhere in the world" since they utilize the traditional Japanese joinery system for their projects.All in all, "The Japanese Bath" gives truth to the adage that great things can come in small packages. It is a diminutive, but excellent volume for those interested in the topic.

### ⭐⭐⭐ 3.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    fair informative read, some cons
  

*by K***D on Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2024*

nice detailed explanation for why the japanese bath is such a remarkable experience. i.e the use of hinoki wood, the practice and rituals before entering. however could have done without so many comparisons. i come from a family who uses baths as a form of escapism. every “westerner” i know who chooses a bath over shower does it for intended relaxation, thus the label of “raven bathers” and other comparisons were not relatable or very fair.Furthermore i like that one reviewer pointed out that most japanese do scrub before entering shared bath so there’s some misconceptions but overall “The Japanese Bath” gives helpful tips on how to have a more idyllic bathing experience.

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