2026 is the "Year of 026 (bath)".
This year will also be a fun opportunity to take another look at the concept of "baths."
In fact, Ota Ward is known as the area with the most public baths out of the 23 wards.
Currently, there are over 30 public baths in operation (as of February 2026), and they remain a natural part of the lives of the ward's residents.
In 026 (Bath), why not take a trip to Japan with the goal of visiting a public bath?