Decoding Kyoto Project 2008 The Sento - Japanese Public Bathhouses in Kyoto

Asahi-yu is located in the north-east of Gojo-Yamatooji, a crossing point of Yamatooji St. and Gojo St., and Yamatooji St. is to the east of the Kamo River. Asahi-yu is managed by the third owner, and an oil painting drawn by the second owner is displayed.

Asahi-yu has many kinds of baths, for instance, jet bath, medicinal herbal bath and sauna. Asahi-yu has a long history that goes back to the beginning of the Showa period. In the evening, frequenters and neighbors come to Asahi-yu to take a bath. On some shelves you can find their own baskets with nameplates, provided to put their personal belongings.

You will understand Asahi-yu is a very important place for them and the neighborhood. Many hotels are located along Gojo St. and travelers sometimes come to Asahi-yu. Here you can experience sento-culture.