Ikeda Spa

What to do on a public holiday? My friend and I were out of ideas of where to drop by and hence decided to try out Elemental Aroma Therapy under the massage section here.
We came 45 minutes earlier and as a first timer, we were asked to fill up a form with different particulars and health statuses. We were then offered a cold and sweet Rosella tea which was definitely refreshing after walking under the humid weather. Since my friend wasn’t up for drinking it, I gulped two cups down and was even offered more while waiting for my turn.
One of the staffs also showed us the way to the toilet and walking past the hall, the interior design was similar to those Japanese traditional inns (Ryokan) which I came across a few times during my trips to Japan.
10 minutes before the massage therapists arrived, we were given a choice to stay in the common area or in the individual rooms provided for us. My friend and I went to our respective rooms to change.
During my massage sessions, my massage therapist asked me which parts of my body sore. As I have tensed muscles, quite a number of parts were pretty sore during the massage as I requested a medium force on me during the massage. The 1 hour session lasted faster than what I thought. Even though some parts were sore, it was definitely refreshing experience.
The room was lightly lit — it has an adjustable controller on the side (near to the sliding door) and it has pretty spacious cabinets to put our items in. I like the little details in the room — made me feel like I was back in Japan.
After the session, we were given warm teas (can’t comprehend what tea it was even though I asked twice).
Overall, it was a good experience at this place and will definitely come back in the near future. The downside is the pricing is a bit steep but with professional massage therapists, there will also be a cost for the treatment. Will try the Onsen another time too :)

Nestled amidst a mini row of revamped shophouses along Bukit Timah Road, Ikeda is possibly the easiest spa to miss EVER… at least to me. There is virtually no parking (unless you get reeeeeeaaaaally lucky), and the property is very modest, but if you like quaint themed spas, this is the place for you.
With hostesses in kimonos speaking in hushed tones, rice paper walls, zen music, a rock garden, and wooden floors, the spa definitely delivers on the Japanese theme. What really sold me though, was that they were open on New Years day, had a couples room, and offered a trial price for first timers!
They expertly kneaded our daily stressors away, soaked us in a lovely hot spring bath, fed us some yummy tea and cookies, and sent us on our way in time for our dinner reservations. There was no hard selling, no talking during our treatment time, and no mentioning of signing packages when we left. It was perfect. No annoyances and complete relaxation from entrance to exit. I will definitely be back!

I came here based on a Groupon deal, so I didn’t have to pay full price – it was not difficult to get an appointment (unlike other deals where appointment book juggling was very painful!). The spa is peaceful, the wait is short, and the massage a good balance of firm pressure and soothingness. I really enjoyed it that the post-​massage treat was a little Japanese biscuit and a cup of tea – nice slow way to come back into the world. :)
I would like to come back to try their massage on the hot stone bed, and their facials, using imported Japanese skincare, but oh, the prices!

I love all things japanese and often would try to recreate the experience I have when traveling in japan back in Singapore. A friend introduced me to this traditional japanese day spa.
The place reminded me of japanese ryokan. You can also experience the japanese hospitality here. What I enjoyed most is massaging on the hot stone bed. Loved their service here and feel very relax after a nice massage here. At least they weren’t pushy with their sales.
The price has hiked since the first time i step foot in this place but still I think it is still one of best spa I ever had in Singapore.