From Koganeyu to Spa LaQua to Myojinyu, here are our picks for the five best "sento" public bathhouses in Tokyo. Shedding your clothes, sinking into a tub of steaming water and staring up at soothing hand-drawn murals depicting the idyllic countryside won't just transport you into a Zen-like state of oblivion; it's one of the most uniquely Japanese experiences you can have. Sento are divided by gender and guests wash themselves before bathing. Towels, soap and shampoo aren't always provided. Entrance fees are regulated and cost Y500 for adults.

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