![]() Daikoku-yu | The unique beauty of modern sento is to be found in its architecture as well as its murals. If we consider sento from all over the country, those in the Kanto district around Tokyo have the most distinctive style. Their style is known as 'shajifu-sento', which skillfully borrows techniques and designs from shrine architecture. Features common to both include a huge roof covering the whole structure, with the upper part of the entrance decorated with 'karahafu' and 'kegyo', popular decorative techniques in temples, or on the inside, a lattice-work ceiling for the dressing rooms with a high raised center. The bathtub is always to be found at the back of the bathroom. 'Daikoku-yu' is a very good example of the shajifu-sento style. Its stately appearance has a fascinating appeal which makes us feel so peaceful. | |
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