Matthew also checked out his gown. In this outfit, the Japanese guests stroll around the inn when evening comes, headed for the ofuro – a mixture of sauna and public bath. There, they soak and boil themselves in superhot jumbo tubs, separated according to sex. Before venturing into the water, you sit on a plastic stool, showering yourself with water to cleanse yourself. Yes, you're actually supposed to be squeaky-clean before entering the tub.
