Rinse before you soak
The bath is for relaxing, not for washing. Before stepping into the tub, sit at one of the small shower stations and rinse your body thoroughly.
Do's
- Use the shower or small bucket to clean yourself first
- Wash hair and body completely before entering the tub
- Rinse off all soap and shampoo before approaching the bath
Don'ts
- Don't enter the bath water still soapy
- Don't dip a dirty body straight into the tub
Tips
If you only have time for a quick rinse, at least pour a few scoops of hot water over your body—it's called kakeyu.