The 3 Best Massage & Relaxation Tours in Japan

1.Osaka Temple Head Spa &Matcha Facial – Refresh & Glow〈90min〉

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 2 hours · from $141Our pick

Spend about two hours at an Osaka temple for a welcome drink, yukata change, incense ritual, meditation, foot bath, scalp massage, matcha facial, tea ceremony, and complimentary smartphone photos. Treatment groups are limited to three, though the tea ceremony may include other guests.

“The overall experience was amazing from the start to finish. The two ladies were very welcoming and accommodating. Would recommend to anyone looking for relaxation while in Osaka.”

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2.Tennen Onsen Naniwa-no-Yu, the famous hot spring spa

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 19 reviews · 1 day · from $5Best value

Visit Tennen Onsen Naniwa-no-Yu, a public bath-style spa on Osaka’s 8th floor. Soak in naturally carbonated mineral water pumped from 659 meters underground, enjoy city views, and use the provided shampoo, conditioner, and body soap. Bring or rent towels, and note the no-visible-tattoo rule.

“It was ok. My first time and it’s not really my thing. Stayed for 30mins and left. Too hot for me.”

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3.Osaka Temple ：Warm Bamboo Oil Massage – Deep Restore〈90min〉

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 2 hours · from $129

Spend two hours at a peaceful Osaka temple with Arisa or another English-speaking practitioner. You will offer incense, meditate, enjoy a foot bath and bamboo oil massage, then learn about matcha and Japanese sweets in a tea ceremony while wearing a simple yukata.

“This is the second time I have been to this lovely temple for a massage and it was just as wonderful as it was in March. Thank you so much, I would highly recommend it to everyone to come and visit the fabulous ladies here for a lovely calming and rejuvenating experience in the most beautiful surroundings.”

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