Summary
Welcome to the mystery of Kusatsu Onsen. Kusatsu Onsen boasts Japan’s largest gush of hot spring water, more than 32,000 liters per minute, or about 230,000 per day. The first stop is Yubatake. The sight of the steam rising from the hot springs is overwhelming, like a living work of art. This is the symbol of Kusatsu Onsen, where the components of the hot spring water are cooled and the hot spring flowers are collected. Next is the “Yumomi Show” held in the bathtub, where the sound of the hot water being stirred and danced to the accompaniment of the “Yumomi Song” captivates the audience. This traditional method of bringing the hot spring water to the proper temperature seems to be steeped in history.
Visitors can also relax in nature in the spacious open-air baths at the Nishi-no-kawahara Open-air Baths. Finally, returning to Yubatake at night, the illuminated scenery creates a fantastic atmosphere. Through this video, visitors will be able to enjoy the beautiful nature and history of Kusatsu Onsen and feel its charm from afar.
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Yubatake (Hot Water Field)
Kusatsu Onsen’s Yubatake is one of Japan’s representative hot spring resorts, located in Kusatsu-cho, Gunma Prefecture. Yubata is located in the center of the hot spring resort and is known as the source of approximately 4,000 liters of hot water per minute. The wooden flume used to collect the hot spring water is a distinctive feature of the area, and is a popular tourist attraction for many people. At night, it is illuminated, creating a fantastic atmosphere. There are also footbaths and drinking fountains scattered around the area, making it an easy place to experience hot spring water.
Hot water fir and dance show
Kusatsu Onsen’s yumomi and dance show is a sightseeing specialty that allows visitors to experience Kusatsu’s traditional culture. Yumomi is a custom that has been practiced since the Edo period (1603-1868), in which a large board is used to stir the hot spring water in order to bring it to the proper temperature. The “Yumomi and Dance Show” is a show that demonstrates this process for the enjoyment of tourists. The highlights of the show are the performance of yumomi to the accompaniment of yumomi songs and dancing to the Kusatsu-bushi (Kusatsu folk song). In addition to the show, visitors have the opportunity to try their hand at yumomi, allowing them to feel the history and culture of Kusatsu Onsen close at hand.
Sainokawara Rotenburo
Sai-no-Kawahara Open-air Bath is a vast open-air bath located in Kusatsu Onsen, Gunma Prefecture. Surrounded by nature, the open-air bath boasts a bathtub over 500 square meters in size. An abundance of clear hot water is poured into the baths, and visitors can enjoy the hot spring baths while taking in the beautiful scenery of the four seasons. The lush green scenery during the day and the star-filled sky at night make for a fascinating bathing experience. There is also a walking trail nearby, perfect for a quiet moment away from the hustle and bustle of the hot spring resort area. It is a popular spot to enjoy the great nature and healing power of Kusatsu Onsen.
Neighborhood Gourmet this time
Restaurants around Kusatsu
Wagyuu Mikuniya
2F, 386 Kusatsu, Kusatsu-cho, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
Ishiusubiki Soba Mikuniya
386, Kusatsu-cho, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
Cafe and Bar ICHII
411, Kusatsu-cho, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
Tsutsuji tei
639-1, Kusatsu-cho, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
kei
297, Kusatsu, Kusatsu-cho, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
Matsumura Manjuu
389, Kusatsu, Kusatsu-cho, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
Nara ya
396, Kusatsu-cho, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
Restaurant Kusatsu MAP
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Kusatsu Onsen Tourism Association
This is the official website of Kusatsu Onsen. There is a lot of information about Kusatsu as well as its hot springs! Bus and other transportation information is also available, making the site very tourist-friendly.
East Japan Railway Company
It provides train schedules, route information, and reservation services in multiple languages for trains operating mainly in the Kanto region. The site provides a wealth of information for foreign travelers and is useful for getting around the Tokyo metropolitan area and the Tohoku region. This site is an important resource to support rail travel in Japan.
Japan Transit Planner
It is possible to search nationwide train and air routes (operation times, fares, and travel times) as well as to grasp detailed information such as ticket prices, IC card fares, and express fares in English.
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