OFURO

An 'ofuro' is a type of bathtub commonly used in Japan.
''Ofuro'' (お風呂), also known as ''furo'' (風呂), were traditionally made of wood but are more commonly being made from acrylic. An ''ofuro'' differs from a conventional western bathtub by being of a deeper construction, typically in the region of 33 inches (0.8 m). The sides are generally square rather than being sloped. Traditionally, ''ofuro'' were left full of water heated by a wood-burning stove below. ''Ofuro'' are sometimes left filled with water for several days, although this practice has largely disappeared because of the requirement for disinfecting the water. This type of ofuro was the precursor of the modern day hot tub.
Ofuro are part of a Japanese ritual of bathing. They are not used for washing but for relaxing. Washing is carried out separately outside the ofuro. The water is usually approximately 38 to 42 degrees Celsius. Some ofuro incorporate a small seat where the bather sits. Modern ofuro are generally heated electrically using a hot tub heater and control panel. Buttons control the heat of the ofuro or shower, allowing bathwater to sit for several days, being heated and reheated.

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★ Sentō

★ Onsen

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★ Traditional Japanese ofuros

★ Ofuro Etiquette

★ Modern acrylic ofuros

★ Modern wooden ofuros

★ Traditional wooden ofuros

★ Beautiful Traditional Ofuro Wooden Tubs and set-ups

★ Diagram of an Ofuro