Minami Dogo Onsen Teiregi no Yu Starts Selling Bathing Wear (Special Undergarments) for Guests with Surgical Scars

Minami Dogo Onsen Teiregi no Yu (hereafter referred to as 'the facility') has begun selling bathing wear (specially developed undergarments for bathing) so that individuals who have undergone surgery for breast cancer, tumors, or skin grafts and have scars on their skin can enjoy the hot springs without worrying about the gazes of other bathers. Bathing wear is used to cover scars, and Matsuyama City has also been providing guidance to promote understanding among bath facility users.

Background of Introduction Even if they want to enter a hot spring, some people hesitate to bathe because they are concerned about surgical or other scars. In recent years, there has been a growing movement to promote understanding and sales of bathing wear as part of creating an environment where such individuals can bathe without hesitation. Accordingly, the facility has started selling bathing wear to allow more people to enjoy the hot springs.

Sales Overview Product: Bathing wear (disposable type) Price: 500 yen per piece Location: Inside Teiregi no Yu facility Target: Customers who require bathing wear *Bathing wear is a 'bathing undergarment' specially developed and manufactured to cover scars, etc.

'We want to provide a truly relaxing bathing time to all customers who use our facility. The start of selling bathing wear is part of our efforts to create an environment where those concerned about surgical scars can enjoy the hot springs with peace of mind. We will continue to work toward becoming a "bath facility where everyone can spend time without hesitation."' (Manager, Minami Dogo Onsen Teiregi no Yu)

Inquiry Minami Dogo Onsen Teiregi no Yu Location: 853 Nakano-machi Ko, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture TEL: 089-963-3535 Business Hours: 6:00–24:00 (Last entry 23:00) Facility URL: https://teiregi.jp