For people who know the history of Japan. Was there a time when there was wooden wash basins that were kept outside...and then used to take a bath?? Thanks.
Yes, they were even used up until the 30s and 40s I believe as there are still some homes that have remnants of wooden wash basins that were used at that time. A friend of mine in Kyshu lives in such a house. They were located near a wood burning stove or hot spring and the hot water was poured directly into them through a pipe. I think you can even see them in museums.
