Kabuki Springs & Spa

Japanese · San Francisco, CA

4.1 (1,328 · Yelp ) ·$$ ·Japanese ·

About

Steam rises from the hot pool and sauna, mixing with the quiet hum of relaxation. Kabuki Springs & Spa, a Japanese-style bathhouse in San Francisco's Pacific Heights, has welcomed guests for over 50 years. The facilities include traditional seated baths, a cold plunge, and steam rooms, with massages available by appointment. Weekdays are gender-separated, with one co-ed day requiring swimsuits. The vibe is upscale but not stuffy, attracting a mixed crowd of 30-somethings to 50-somethings.

Clothing is optional in the gender-separated areas, giving a sense of freedom. Regulars appreciate the lack of sexual pressure – one reviewer notes it's about "male energy" without the expectation. If you go, be quiet; staff have hushed talkative visitors. The spa is known for its Japanese treatments, like scrub services. For a similar gym-focused experience nearby, check out Fitness SF on Market Street.

Kabuki Springs & Spa is located in Pacific Heights, an upscale San Francisco neighborhood known for its quiet residential streets and panoramic bay views.

Features

  • Gender-separated days for comfort
  • Japanese scrub and massage services
  • Hot pool, sauna, and cold plunge
  • Co-ed day requires swimsuits

Cuisine

Japanese

Good for

After WorkClothing OptionalUpscaleLuxe30 Somethings40 Somethings50 Somethings

Practical

Mixed LGBTQMixed Gay/StraightSpaSaunaMassage
4.1

What people say

Rated from 1,328 reviews. 17 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp

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A visitor · Over a year ago

“relaxing and rewarding”

There's something magical about being able to hang out, enjoy male energy, and not feel sexual pressure. It's a great place to visit, admire, and appreciate men's energy and bodies in a completely different way. They also offer excellent massage and spa scrub services.

A guest · Over a year ago

“So Relaxing”

Nice getaway! Salt scrubs, relaxing...

A recent visitor · Over a year ago

“Best Chill Place”

My boyfriend and I go there to unwind and relax. There's good eye candy, but you should look and not touch. Also, make sure to stay quiet. We've talked a bit too much before and were told by staff to be quiet. Nice atmosphere.

A local visitor · Over a year ago

“the most relaxing place”

At $25, it's a real bargain, but please look and don't touch, as they step in quickly if anything inappropriate is noticed.

A visitor · Over a year ago

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hours? +

Monday 2pm-8pm, Tuesday through Sunday 10am-9:30pm.

Is it clothing-optional? +

Yes, in the gender-separated areas.

Is it LGBTQ-friendly? +

Yes, it welcomes a mixed gay-straight crowd, including men of all ages.

Do they offer massages? +

Yes, massages and spa scrubs are available by appointment.

Is there a co-ed day? +

Yes, one day per week is co-ed and requires swimsuits. Check their website for details.

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