일본 온천과 한국 찜질방, 무엇이 다를까요? 민망한 상황을 피하기 위한 필수 에티켓을 정리했습니다.
The "Naked" Reality If you are from Korea, you are used to the public nudity of the Mok-yok-tang. But the Japanese Onsen is a different beast with a much more rigid set of unwritten rules. The Reality: In a Jjimjilbang, you often have social areas where you wear uniforms and hang out with friends. An Onsen is purely for bathing and quiet reflection. --- 1. The Wash Before the Wash The Rule: In Korea, you might hop in the tub and scrub later. In Japan, this is a crime. You must sit on the little stool and scrub your entire body with soap and water before your toe even touches the Onsen water. The stool: Always rinse your stool and bucket after you use them. 2.
The Towel Placement In Korea: You often see people walking around with full-sized towels or using them in the water. In Japan: The water must remain "pure." Your small modesty towel must never touch the water. Most people fold it and put it on their head. It looks silly, but it is the mark of a pro. 3. The Tattoo Problem Japan is still very conservative about tattoos due to the historic link with the Yakuza. The Solution: Many resorts in Niseko are "Tattoo Friendly," but traditional villages like Nozawa are not. Yuki's Hack: Buy waterproof "Tattoo Cover Stickers" at Don Quijote. If your ink is small, cover it up. If you have a full sleeve, book a Private Onsen (Kashikiri).
4. No Swimming An Onsen is not a pool. Don't swim laps, don't splash, and don't put your hair in the water. Tie long hair up. --- An Onsen after a day of powder is the best feeling in the world. It fixes your sore muscles and helps you sleep. Just be quiet, be clean, and keep your towel on your head. Check our Onsen Guide for a list of tattoo-friendly baths in…