Some of us are shower people, and some are bathers. But there's a way to be both, as the Japanese discovered centuries ago when they developed the ofuro, or soaking tub. Traditionally, the Japanese ...

If a typical bathtub is the workhorse of the bathroom, a Japanese soaking tub is its zen, spa-minded cousin. Also known as an ofuro, these tubs aren't meant for scrubbing, shampooing, or washing at ...

When it comes to unyielding adoration for freestanding soaking tubs, consumers still can’t get enough of serene, sculptural vessels—and designers are heeding the call. New data provided by the ...

In today’s home design landscape, the bathtub is no longer an afterthought. It has become a statement piece that offe ...

Forget lavish toiletries, decadent truffles and other over-the-top hotel perks. These days, high-end properties across the globe are upping the game with Zen-like extras that go beyond a room with a ...

A walk-in tub offers greater safety and a seated soaking experience for people with mobility challenges, but that comfort comes with higher costs, longer fill and drain times and potential ...