Japanese families looked for a way to share more time with their family.
This is because, after the Second World War, Japanese society changed in many ways, and the bathroom was one of the elements that suffered this change.
In this way, the Japanese ofuros emerged.
The same, were related to the social position, because the bathroom began to be a special place for the relaxation of man after long working hours.
In Western society, this ritual seems a bit curious, but obviously, there are many differences between Western and Eastern cultures.
In Japanese culture, the process of cleaning the body implies the joint participation of the whole family.
Well, the ofuros are considered as an element to reinforce the family union.
In fact, the water that fills the glass is used by all the members of the family.
Although it seems a bit strange, the water with which the ofuro is filled is pure water. Without adding any kind of soap.
This is because, originally, the ofuros were made with hinoki wood.
A very fragrant wood, which when filled with water at more than 40 ° C, the ofuro finished emanating the pleasant smell of wood.
But, we must not forget that, the Japanese ofuros are spaces for relaxation, because the cleaning of the body is done previously outside ofuro.
Although, the biggest cleaning the ofuro does is mental.
Since, it is an element so ingrained to the Japanese culture that, the fact of sharing with the family, unconsciously and unconsciously this moment, puts an end to the working day.
In fact, at present, there are many specialists in dermatology who study the benefits of ofuro.
Well, it is believed that its use is the main reason why oriental people have a skin free of impurities and radiant.
Because, hot water helps eliminate toxins, relaxes muscles and stimulates circulation, in addition to purifying the body and soul.
