4 late-night spas and public baths in the Shinjuku area【Tokyo】

Whether you've been drinking until late, missed the last train, or can't go home due to work... at such times, spas and public baths operating late at night are convenient. The Shinjuku area in particular is a major transportation hub in Tokyo where many people come and go. With numerous restaurants and entertainment facilities open until late, it's not uncommon to suddenly realize you've missed the last train!

However, Shinjuku has multiple spas and public baths that operate 24 hours or are available until late at night, offering plenty of comfortable places to spend the night. You can take a nap at a stylish spa or soothe your fatigue at a traditional public bath. Each facility has different features, so the key is to choose according to your purpose and mood.

This time, we've carefully selected a lineup from luxurious hot spring spas to nostalgic traditional public baths that cater to various needs. Please use this as a reference when you've missed the last train or want to refresh yourself after playing until late at night!

1.Thermae-Yu

Thermae-Yu is one of the largest hot spring spa facilities in Tokyo, located in Shinjuku's Kabukicho. It's a luxurious spot where you can enjoy authentic hot springs and spacious relaxation areas while being in the heart of the city. Operating 24 hours, it's ideal for refreshing after missing the last train or playing until late at night. The interior is clean and stylishly designed, spreading a space where you can relax and forget the hustle and bustle of the city.

The greatest attraction of Thermae-Yu is the natural hot spring water delivered directly from "Nakaizu-Ohito Onsen."

This hot spring is an alkaline simple spring expected to have beautifying effects on the skin, and is reputed to make skin smooth. You can soak comfortably in the spacious indoor bath or the open-air bath with a sense of openness. Additionally, neutral electrolysis baths and high-concentration carbonic acid baths that are good for the skin are also available, effectively promoting blood circulation and recovery from fatigue. You can thoroughly heal your body tired from work or play until late at night.

Thermae-Yu also features 5 types of bedrock baths (1 for men only, 2 for women only), characterized by allowing you to sweat thoroughly at low temperatures.

You can enjoy bedrock baths with different effects such as rock salt and germanium, making it perfect for those seeking detoxification and relaxation. Furthermore, authentic saunas are also available, where you can sweat thoroughly in saunas with löyly performed by sauna masters or in rock salt saunas that are gentle on the body.

The facility is also well-equipped with relaxation spaces, nap rooms, and restaurants. In the rest area, you can sit in reclining chairs to read manga or doze off in a quiet space. There's also a rooftop bar where you can enjoy cooling off after the bedrock bath.

The dining area offers a variety of menus including Japanese, Western, and Asian cuisine, ensuring a satisfying meal after bathing.

Thermae-Yu, with its authentic hot springs and well-equipped relaxation spaces despite being within walking distance from Shinjuku Station, is the perfect spot for when you miss the last train or want to refresh late at night.

Thermae-Yu

住所	B1F in Thermayu, 1-1-2 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
電話番号	03-5285-1726
営業時間	Open 24 hours a day
定休日	no rest
公式サイト	https://thermae-yu.jp/

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2. Benten-Yu

Benten-Yu is a public bath in the Nishi-Waseda area of Shinjuku, known for its charming Showa-era retro atmosphere. A feature is that it's open until 1 AM, making it accessible after work or when you miss the last train.

It has introduced a micro-vibration bath effective for promoting blood circulation and recovery from fatigue. Additionally, powerful jet baths, medicinal baths, and cold water baths are available, allowing you to thoroughly refresh your body. A sauna is also installed, making it a recommended spot for sauna enthusiasts.

What's particularly noteworthy is that it has an open-air bath, which is rare for public baths!

It's available for men on odd-numbered days and women on even-numbered days.

Despite being in a residential area, since the surroundings are enclosed, you can feel as if you're on a hot spring trip without worrying about others.

While it's a traditional public bath, it maintains a clean and comfortable space, with the pleasant point being that women can also use it with peace of mind. It's a popular public bath as a relaxation spot that's easily accessible in the Shinjuku area.

Benten-Yu

住所	5-1 Yochocho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
電話番号	03-3357-7370
営業時間	14:30-25:00
定休日	Wednesday
公式サイト	https://bentenyu.jimdofree.com/

3. Mannen-Yu

Mannen-Yu is a traditional public bath in the Okubo area of Shinjuku, a place of relaxation beloved by locals. Open until midnight, it's a convenient spot to visit even after work or when you miss the last train. Easily accessible from Shinjuku's bustling areas, it's popular as a place to relax and forget the hustle and bustle of the city.

The interior is clean, maintaining a retro atmosphere while equipped with comfortable facilities. The bathtubs are spacious, with baths perfect for healing fatigue such as jet baths and vibration baths (bubble baths). The water temperature is somewhat high, allowing you to warm up thoroughly, which is also attractive. Additionally, cold water baths are also available, making it recommended for sauna enthusiasts as well.

It's well-maintained and has a cleanliness that allows female customers to use it with peace of mind. A comfortable healing space where you can casually drop by in the big city of Shinjuku. Why not visit when you want to refresh from the fatigue of busy days?

Mannen-Yu

住所	1-15-17 Okubo, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
電話番号	03-3200-4734
営業時間	15:00-24:00
公式サイト	https://mannenyu.jp/

4. AK Spa

AK Spa is a men-only spa facility in Shinjuku's Kabukicho, operating until late night or early morning, making it an ideal spot for refreshing after missing the last train or playing until late at night. It's characterized by being able to use saunas, large public baths, and nap spaces at reasonable prices, supported by many users for its cost-effectiveness.

The facility is equipped with high-temperature dry saunas and well-chilled cold water baths, creating a pleasing environment for sauna enthusiasts. The bathing area, while simple, has a sense of cleanliness, thoroughly healing body fatigue. Also, rest spaces are provided, with one advantage being that you can comfortably wait until the first train.

Despite its location in Shinjuku's Kabukicho, it has a relatively calm atmosphere, ideal for resting and refreshing. It's used by many people as a spa that can be casually visited after drinking parties or work. It's a recommended spa for those looking for a facility where they can relax at reasonable prices.

AK Spa

住所	AK Kaikan, 2-39-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
電話番号	03-3208-6667
営業時間	Open 24 hours a day
公式サイト	https://capsule510.jp/content5.html

Summary

The Shinjuku area is well-equipped with late-night operating spas and public baths where you can spend time with peace of mind even if you miss the last train. Whether you want to relax leisurely at a luxurious spa facility or refresh yourself at a public bath with a Showa-era atmosphere, please choose the facility that suits your purpose and mood.

It's reassuring to have places where you can spend the night without panicking even when you miss the last train, isn't it? Please utilize the spas and public baths introduced this time after playing until late at night in Shinjuku or when you've lost your means of returning home. All these facilities are the best spaces for healing fatigue and refreshing yourself!