Japanese Stone-Slab Baths
Greg Ponesse — January 26, 2006 — Art & Design
References: web-japan.org
Young and old alike, the Japanese love baths, whether in a hot spring, a public bathhouse, or a private tub. Soaking in hot water is a time-honored way of relaxing. In recent years, two new types of bath have become popular. One is a dry form of bathing known as ganban-yoku ("stone-slab bath"), and the other is a soak in hot water infused with the mineral germanium. Both types of bath are attracting attention for their putative benefits in terms of weight, beauty, and detoxification.
Trend Themes
1. Dry Bathing - Embracing the trend of dry bathing can lead to opportunities in creating innovative self-cleaning products and services for relaxation and detoxification.
2. Germanium-infused Baths - Exploring the trend of germanium-infused baths opens up possibilities for developing beauty and health-related products and treatments.
3. Stone-slab Baths - Capitalizing on the popularity of stone-slab baths presents chances for creating unique spa experiences and natural skincare products.
Industry Implications
1. Wellness and Relaxation - The wellness and relaxation industry can leverage the dry bathing trend to develop new self-cleaning technologies and innovative bath products.
2. Beauty and Skincare - The beauty and skincare industry can tap into the Germanium-infused baths trend to create specialized products that promote youthful skin and detoxification.
3. Hospitality and Spa - The hospitality and spa industry can embrace the stone-slab baths trend to provide unique and rejuvenating experiences for their guests, along with natural and eco-friendly skincare options.
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