The Shunga Oriental Body To Body Erotic Massage Gel in Strawberries and Cava is a couples kit designed for full-contact, skin-on-skin massage. It comes with two 250 ml concentrate bottles that together prepare up to 4 liters of warm, silky gel, plus a large golden sheet — everything you need to turn an ordinary evening into something genuinely memorable, without any prior experience required.
What is the Shunga body-to-body massage gel, exactly?
Body-to-body massage uses the whole body as the instrument rather than just the hands. The gel reduces friction so that movement stays smooth and flowing, making the experience feel effortless for both partners. Shunga draws on the aesthetic sensibility of Japan’s Edo era — think deliberate slowness, sensory attention, and a mood that’s as much about atmosphere as touch. The Strawberries and Cava fragrance plays into that: light, fruity, a little celebratory, and noticeably more refined than synthetic-sweet massage products tend to be.
If you and your partner have been curious about massage as a form of shared intimacy but aren’t sure where to start, this Shunga kit is a genuinely low-barrier entry point. Everything arrives in one package, the instructions are included in multiple languages, and the ritual practically sets itself up.
What’s inside the kit?
- Format: Two 250 ml concentrate bottles
- Yield: Together prepare up to 4 liters of warm gel when mixed with water per instructions
- Fragrance: Strawberries and Cava — light, fruity, gently effervescent
- Included: Large golden protective sheet for the surface beneath you
- Instructions: Multilingual, included in the box
- Inspired by: Edo-era Japanese aesthetic traditions
The golden sheet is worth highlighting separately because it’s one of those practical details that makes a real difference. Body-to-body massage with a gel this slick requires a surface you can move on confidently — the sheet protects your bedding or floor and removes one of the main practical hesitations people have before trying something like this.
How does it feel to use?
The gel spreads easily and creates a soft, frictionless layer between skin surfaces. The texture is described by Shunga as silky, and the concentrate-plus-water format means you control the consistency — thinner for more glide, slightly denser for more contact. After use, skin is left feeling soft and conditioned rather than sticky or tacky, which matters if you’ve ever ended a massage session feeling like you needed a shower more than you wanted one.
The Strawberries and Cava scent is present but not overwhelming. It’s the kind of fragrance that sets a mood without dominating the room — playful rather than perfumed, which suits a couples setting well.
Who is this kit best suited to?
This is a product squarely made for two people who want to invest in a shared sensory ritual. It rewards a slower pace — this isn’t something you pull out when you have fifteen minutes. The format and the volume it produces suggest an evening set aside deliberately, which is exactly the kind of intentional connection many couples find themselves wanting more of but rarely carve out time for.
It’s also an excellent option if you’re looking for a gift. The packaging has a premium feel, the concept is easy to explain, and it arrives as a complete experience rather than a single product. You can browse the full massage oils and couples kits collection if you’d like to compare it alongside similar options before deciding.
Is the packaging discreet?
Shunga ships its products in plain, unmarked outer packaging — there’s no branding visible on the outside of the parcel. The billing descriptor is equally discreet, so neither your letterbox nor your bank statement gives anything away. For a product in this category, that kind of quiet delivery matters, and it’s handled here without you needing to ask.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you prepare the gel?
You mix the concentrate from the bottles with warm water according to the multilingual instructions included in the kit. The two 250 ml bottles together prepare up to 4 liters of finished gel. The instructions walk you through the ratio, so no guesswork is involved — just follow the steps and adjust the consistency to your preference.
Does the strawberries and cava scent linger on the skin?
The fragrance is light and designed to dissipate rather than cling. Most users find it present during the experience and gently faded afterwards, which avoids the heavy perfume residue some scented massage products leave behind. If you’re sensitive to fragrance, a patch test before a full session is always a sensible step.
Do you need any special equipment?
No special equipment is needed. The kit includes the large golden surface sheet, which is the main practical item required beyond what you already have. A warm room and a little time set aside are the only other ingredients. The multilingual instructions handle the rest.
Is this suitable for a first-time body-to-body massage experience?
Yes — the kit is designed to be self-contained and approachable. The included instructions mean you don’t need prior experience, and the concentrate format gives you control over how much gel you prepare. It’s a considered starting point for couples exploring massage-based intimacy for the first time.
What surface should you use it on?
The included golden sheet is designed to protect whatever surface you choose — bed, floor, or otherwise. Lay it down first, prepare your gel, and you’re ready. The sheet adds to the atmosphere while handling the practical side, so your focus stays on the experience rather than post-session clean-up.
