We usually take off our shoes at the entrance of a room to help our rooms stay clean. I think most Japanese keep things hygienic. We always take a bath and wash everything. In the winter season, we love to go to hot springs. There are various types of hot springs in Japan, because Japan is surrounded by mountains and oceans. Personally I like the sulfur springs, it smells like eggs. The water contains a lot of minerals, that makes our skin more smooth.