Kairyou-yu
카이료우 (改良湯)
Tokyo designer sento est. 1916. Tattoo OK. 12 min from Shibuya.
About this place
NotesA Shibuya sento passed down four generations since the Taisho era. The iconic whale mural is impressive.
Practical notes
Renovated Shibuya sento. Whale mural on exterior is landmark. Sauna: men 90°C / women 110°C (women's kelo sauna, renewed Nov 2025). Water bath ~18°C. Carbonated bath, medium-temp bath (jet), 3 water baths. Sodium spring ion-balance soft water. Admission ¥550 + sauna ¥550 (towel set). Sun-Fri & holidays 12:00-23:30, Saturday closed. 12-min walk from Ebisu/Shibuya.
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Info updated: 2026-08
Details may differ from actual conditions.
What stands out
- +Renovated Shibuya sento
- +Iconic whale mural
- +Men 90°C / women 110°C saunas
- +Carbonated spring bath
Facility Details
Renovated Shibuya sento. Whale mural landmark. Sodium ion soft water. Saturday closed.
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3Facility details are verified and updated regularly, but may differ from actual conditions. Please confirm with the venue before visiting.
Shibuya sento since 1916, redesigned by architect Imai Kentaro in 2018
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