Savor deep rejuvenation while wrapped in the warmth of the Showa era. A healing space where retro charm merges with an authentic sauna
A relaxing spot where you can enjoy Showa-retro public bathhouse culture and an authentic sauna at the same time
【大塚記念湯】
Located in Toshima, Tokyo, just a 3-minute walk from JR Yamanote Line Otsuka Station. Nestled amid the bustle of the shopping street, 「大塚記念湯」 is a unique public bathhouse where a surprising sight unfolds the moment you step inside.
The biggest attraction is the magnificent “Great Universe” painted across the entire ceiling of the changing room. Whether while soaking in the bath or looking up after your bath, the galaxy gives you an overwhelming sense of openness that makes you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
The first floor is a spacious public bath (sento) beloved by the community, and the second floor operates as “サウナニュー大塚,” offering a retro, calming sauna space that strongly retains the atmosphere of the Showa era. These two different charms coexist, and it is affectionately known among visitors from Japan and abroad as “宇宙銭湯.”
3 Recommended Highlights
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1. Overwhelming immersion in the “Vast Cosmos” spreading across the ceiling
The space-themed murals painted on the changing room and bath walls are truly spectacular. The design studded with stars and planets adds a modern sense of playfulness to the traditional sento, giving you the curious sensation of relaxing in outer space. Not only is it highly photogenic, it also refreshes both body and mind visually.
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2. Get centered at the Showa-retro “サウナニュー大塚”
The sauna area on the 2nd floor is an adults-only hideaway for ages 16 and up. The far-infrared saunas are set in earnest at about 100°C for men and about 90°C for women, pairing perfectly with the cold well-water plunge (about 16°C) drawn from 100 meters underground. Gowns and towels are se
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3. A wide variety of baths and the convenience of dropping by empty-handed
A rich array of sento-style tubs—medicinal baths, jet baths, reclining baths, and electric baths—lets you tour the baths according to your mood. Shampoo and body soap are provided, and towel rentals are inexpensive (from 10 yen), making it easy to stop by empty-handed between sightseeing or after work.
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Facility Information
| Name | 大塚記念湯 |
| Address | 〒170-0005 3-38-15 Minamiotsuka, Toshima-ku, Tokyo |
| Access |
3 minutes straight from Otsuka Station (Yamanote Line) South Exit through Sun Mall Otsuka shopping street (It’s the road one block over, not along the Toden tram tracks) |
| Business Hours |
【大塚記念湯】14:00〜25:00 【サウナニュー大塚】12:00〜24:00 【Massage therapists on site】16:00〜23:00（Sun & public holidays 14:00-22:00） |
| Regular closing day |
Friday (Open on public holidays) |
| Payment methods |
Credit cards・Transit IC e-money・QUICPay・iD・Apple Pay・UnionPay・WeChat Pay・Alipay・Rakuten Pay PayPay・d払い •coin+ • |
| Fees |
【大塚記念湯】 Adults 550 yen・Elementary school students 200 yen・Infants 100 yen (as of June 2026) 【サウナニュー大塚】 🔸 Standard sauna admission 1,100 yen 【No time limit】Rentals included (gown, bath towel, two small towels) 🔸 Short sauna 150 min, 1,000 yen Rentals (bath towel, two small towels) ※Gown not included 🔸 Daytime special leave by 14:30 800 yen Rentals (bath towel, two small towels) 🔸 Night women’s time special from 21:00 800 yen Rentals (bath towel, two small towels) 【Massage therapists on site】 15 min 1,000 yen・30 min 2,000 yen 45 min 3,000 yen・60 min 4,000 yen |
| Official website | https://otsukasaunakinenyu.jimdofree.com/ |
Other recommended information
🔸 Open until late: Open from 14:00 to 1:00 a.m., making it convenient after sightseeing or work. ※Please check the official website for the latest opening hours.
🔸 Massage therapists on site: Paid treatments by nationally certified massage therapists are available, helping you further relax after your bath.
🔸 Free Wi‑Fi available: Free Wi‑Fi is available in the rest area, so you can spend your time comfortably after bathing.
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References
- Official website of 大塚記念湯：https://otsukasaunakinenyu.jimdofree.com/
- Official Instagram of 大塚記念湯：@kinenyu.sauna
BASIC INFORMATION
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大塚記念湯 (オオツカ・キネンユ) |
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| Address | 3-38-15 Minamiotsuka, Toshima City, Tokyo Access |
| Phone | 03-3986-0126 |
| Official URL | https://otsukasaunakinenyu.jimdofree.com/ |
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〒170-0005 東京都豊島区南大塚3-38-15
From JR Yamanote Line Otsuka Station (South Exit), go straight through Sun Mall Otsuka Shopping Street for 3 minutes
(It’s not along the Toden tram tracks; it’s the next parallel street)
From JR Yamanote Line Otsuka Station (South Exit), go straight through Sun Mall Otsuka Shopping Street for 3 minutes
(It’s not along the Toden tram tracks; it’s the next parallel street)