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href=e7400.html>Kusatsu</a> has the largest natural flow of <a href=e2292.html>hot spring</a> water in all of Japan, including the waters that surfaces at the <a href=e7401.html>Yubatake</a> in the town center. The sulfurous, highly acidic <a href=e2292_water.html>waters</a> have been considered among Japan's best for centuries, and Kusatsu has constantly occupied a top spot in onsen rankings. It is difficult to beat Kusatsu in terms of quality and quantity of its waters.</p> <p>Kusatsu's waters can be enjoyed at the town's <a href=e2074.html>public baths</a> and <a href=e2029.html>ryokan</a>. The most prominent public baths are the <b>Sainokawara Rotemburo</b> (large outdoor pools in <a href=e7404.html>Sainokawara Park</a>), the <b>Otakinoyu</b> with its unique Awaseyu baths that features multiple wooden pools with different water temperatures, and the <b>Gozanoyu</b>, a beautiful wooden building next to the Yubatake with two simple, traditional baths.</p> <figure class="image image--ratio" style="max-width:832px;"> <div class="image__mask" style="padding-top: 56.25%"><img class="image__img lazyload" width="832" height="468" data-src="/g21/7402_02.jpg" data-srcset="/g21/7402_02.jpg 832w,/g21/740/7402_02.jpg 740w,/g21/415/7402_02.jpg 415w" data-sizes="auto"></div> <figcaption class="image__caption s-typography--links"> <span class="image__caption_text">The Awaseyu indoor bath at the Otakinoyu bath house</span> </figcaption></figure> <p>Besides these three large public baths, there are more than a dozen <b>small community bath houses</b> scattered around town. Most of them are for exclusive use by local residents, but three of them, the Shirohatanoyu, Jizonoyu and Chiyonoyu, are also open to tourists. These community bath houses are free to use and have small, gender-separated pools that typically sit only 2-4 persons and are filled with very hot water.</p> <div data-page-id="/e/e7402.html" class="ad_spot ad_spot-- ad_spot--has-ad_label ad_spot--embedded l-margin_breakout l-margin_breakout--both"></div> <p>Of course, Kusatsu's waters can also be enjoyed at <a href=e2029.html>ryokan</a> baths across the town. While staying guests can use the baths for free during their entire stay, some ryokan also open their baths to non-staying visitors during daytime for a fee of typically 500 to 1500 yen.</p> <figure class="image image--ratio" style="max-width:832px;"> <div class="image__mask" style="padding-top: 56.25%"><img class="image__img lazyload" width="832" height="468" data-src="/g21/7402_03.jpg" data-srcset="/g21/7402_03.jpg 832w,/g21/740/7402_03.jpg 740w,/g21/415/7402_03.jpg 415w" data-sizes="auto"></div> <figcaption class="image__caption s-typography--links"> <span class="image__caption_text">Shirohatanoyu, one of Kusatsu's many small community bath houses</span> </figcaption></figure> <p>Lastly, there are a few <b>foot baths</b> (ashiyu) found in town that can be used freely by tourists. One of them stands next to the Yubatake and another one just outside the bus terminal building, while a large one is located in <a href=e7404.html>Sainokawara Park</a>.</p> <p>Other bath-related attractions in Kusatsu include <a href=e7405.html>Yumomi</a>, a traditional method of cooling down the <a href=e2292_water.html>hot spring water</a> to bathing temperature that includes dancing and singing. 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href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kusatsu-hotel-bekkan-wata-no-yu.html?aid=371183" class="spot_list__spot__name" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kusatsu Hotel Bekkan Wata no Yu (Adult Only)</a> <div class="spot_list__spot__meta"> <span class="spot_list__spot__budget">Mid-range</span> </div> <div class="spot_list__spot__desc">Offering massage services and mountain view, Kusatsu Hotel Bekkan Wata no Yu (Adult Only) is situated in Kusatsu, 45 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park and 14 km from Mt. Kusatsu Shirane. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Guests can use the sauna and the hot spring bath, or enjoy garden views. The units in the ryokan are fitted with a kettle. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. All units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. Breakfast can be enjoyed on-site, which includes local specialities and fruits. 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This 3-star ryokan offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service. The accommodation provides private check-in and check-out and a shared lounge for guests. All units at the ryokan are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the ryokan, each unit has bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the garden. Jigokudani Monkey Park is 47 km from the ryokan, while Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 15 km from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 108 km away.</div> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/soumeian.html?aid=371183" class="button button--accent button--show_more spot_list__spot__cta spot_list__spot__cta--vendor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View on Booking.com</a><div class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating"><span class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating_no">9.3</span><span class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating_lbl">Booking.com</span></div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="spot_list__spot spot_list__spot--vendor spot_list__spot--vendor-booking o-card" style="--vendor-brand-color-primary: #003580;--vendor-brand-color-secondary: #006ce4;" > <a class="spot_list__spot__image_wrap" href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kusatsu-onsen-eidaya.html?aid=371183" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><figure class="image" > <img class="image__img lazyload" data-src="https://q-xx.bstatic.com/xdata/images/hotel/max500/560946494.jpg?k=f65f70af6cc8186684d4d3b1808faaed126d7a01d178b9f9abc33c40cec2a46e&o="></figure></a> <div class="spot_list__spot__text_wrap"> <div class="spot_list__spot__text"> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kusatsu-onsen-eidaya.html?aid=371183" class="spot_list__spot__name" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kusatsu Onsen Eidaya</a> <div class="spot_list__spot__meta"> <span class="spot_list__spot__budget">Mid-range</span> </div> <div class="spot_list__spot__desc">Kusatsu Onsen Eidaya is located in Kusatsu. The property is a 10-minute walk from Kusatsu Yubatake and Kusatsu-Onsen Bus Terminal. Guests can find a private hot spring bath and Japanese restaurant on site. At the ryokan, all rooms include a flat-screen TV, fridge and wardrobe. Certain rooms feature in-room hot spring bath, while some rooms offer a kitchen with a microwave. An Asian breakfast is served each morning at the property. The shared lounge area includes activities such as game consoles, board games and playing cards. Guests at Kusatsu Onsen Eidaya will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kusatsu, like skiing. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 78 km from Kusatsu Onsen Eidaya.</div> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kusatsu-onsen-eidaya.html?aid=371183" class="button button--accent button--show_more spot_list__spot__cta spot_list__spot__cta--vendor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View on Booking.com</a><div class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating"><span class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating_no">9.2</span><span class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating_lbl">Booking.com</span></div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="spot_list__spot spot_list__spot--vendor spot_list__spot--vendor-booking o-card" style="--vendor-brand-color-primary: #003580;--vendor-brand-color-secondary: #006ce4;" > <a class="spot_list__spot__image_wrap" href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/osu-yukizumi.html?aid=371183" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><figure class="image" > <img class="image__img lazyload" data-src="https://q-xx.bstatic.com/xdata/images/hotel/max500/179646252.jpg?k=3e7eab53141f274f61c7df21fa5a45968573503acc17bfdaa4d91d5e517b1614&o="></figure></a> <div class="spot_list__spot__text_wrap"> <div class="spot_list__spot__text"> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/osu-yukizumi.html?aid=371183" class="spot_list__spot__name" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Oyado Yukizumi</a> <div class="spot_list__spot__meta"> <span class="spot_list__spot__budget">Mid-range</span> </div> <div class="spot_list__spot__desc">Located in Kusatsu in the Gunma region, Oyado Yukizumi provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath. This 3-star ryokan offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, slippers and a desk. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Jigokudani Monkey Park is 46 km from the ryokan, while Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 14 km away. 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Free private parking is available on site and free WiFi is available in all guest rooms. Guests who check-in before 18:00 will receive complimentary welcome sweets. Every room at this ryokan is air conditioned and comes with a TV. The entire property is non-smoking. There are 4 different types of private baths available on site that staying guests can use for free. The baths are equipped with shampoo, conditioner and soap created by Shiseido with Kusatsu Onsen. Complimentary breakfast that features healthy beans is provided at this property. Gozanoyu, a hot springs bath facility is a 2-minute walk away while Ohtakinoyu is a 7-minute walk from the property. Sainokawara open-air bath is a 15-minute walk or 5-minute drive from the property. 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Guests at the hotel can unwind in the indoor or outdoor public hot spring bath, a Private Hot spring or the soothing footbath. Only a few minutes walk to Yubatake Hot Springs and Sai-no-Kawara Park. The property offers free WIFI at the lobby, free parking and free pick-up from Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal until 18:00.</div> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kusatsu.html?aid=371183" class="button button--accent button--show_more spot_list__spot__cta spot_list__spot__cta--vendor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View on Booking.com</a><div class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating"><span class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating_no">8.9</span><span class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating_lbl">Booking.com</span></div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="spot_list__spot spot_list__spot--past_spot_limit spot_list__spot--vendor spot_list__spot--vendor-booking o-card" style="--vendor-brand-color-primary: #003580;--vendor-brand-color-secondary: #006ce4;" > <a class="spot_list__spot__image_wrap" href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kirishimaya-ryokan.html?aid=371183" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><figure class="image" > <img class="image__img lazyload" data-src="https://q-xx.bstatic.com/xdata/images/hotel/max500/296491426.jpg?k=75e3eda651f6a22223a7aa1cff62c4fd2af8d90942f0677fd3921e480cede17f&o="></figure></a> <div class="spot_list__spot__text_wrap"> <div class="spot_list__spot__text"> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kirishimaya-ryokan.html?aid=371183" class="spot_list__spot__name" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kirishimaya Ryokan</a> <div class="spot_list__spot__meta"> <span class="spot_list__spot__budget">Mid-range</span> </div> <div class="spot_list__spot__desc">Kirishimaya Ryokan is located in the Kusatsu Onsen area, with views of the mountain and surrounding nature. Featuring public and hot-spring baths, the Japanese-style accommodation offers a massage service and free parking on site. Free WiFi is available in rooms. Rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) flooring, traditional futon bedding and shoji paper screens. Each room is equipped with a fridge, a tea maker and a flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy the area乫s hiking trails, or relax with a massage. The hotel乫s Shiriyaki-buro baths are said to help with back pain. A private hot-spring bath can be available, free of charge. Kirishimaya Ryokan is a 10-minute walk from Kusatsu-onsen bus terminal and a 25-minute bus ride from JR Naganohara Kusatsu Onsenguchi Train Station.</div> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kirishimaya-ryokan.html?aid=371183" class="button button--accent button--show_more spot_list__spot__cta spot_list__spot__cta--vendor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View on Booking.com</a><div class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating"><span class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating_no">8.8</span><span class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating_lbl">Booking.com</span></div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="spot_list__spot spot_list__spot--past_spot_limit spot_list__spot--vendor spot_list__spot--vendor-booking o-card" style="--vendor-brand-color-primary: #003580;--vendor-brand-color-secondary: #006ce4;" > <a class="spot_list__spot__image_wrap" href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/rabisutacao-jin-hiruzu.html?aid=371183" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><figure class="image" > <img class="image__img lazyload" data-src="https://q-xx.bstatic.com/xdata/images/hotel/max500/342676136.jpg?k=9d6dc4aa7da248c58bc8261d9b8d60199c6880f18fc8260bb6ea2c29e199140d&o="></figure></a> <div class="spot_list__spot__text_wrap"> <div class="spot_list__spot__text"> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/rabisutacao-jin-hiruzu.html?aid=371183" class="spot_list__spot__name" target="_blank" rel="noopener">La Vista Kusatsu Hills</a> <div class="spot_list__spot__meta"> <span class="spot_list__spot__budget">Luxury</span> </div> <div class="spot_list__spot__desc">Set in Kusatsu, 47 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park, La Vista Kusatsu Hills offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free shuttle service. The accommodation provides a sauna, hot spring bath, restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Guests at La Vista Kusatsu Hills can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 15 km from the accommodation. 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It has a 24-hour reception, drinks vending machines and a souvenir shop. Massage treatments can be arranged. Each room here will provide you with a TV, a fridge and air conditioning. A safety deposit box is provided, while all rooms have a private bathroom with a bathtub, shower and toilet. Hotel Ichii offer free pick up from Kusatsu Onsen Bus terminal, luggage storage and ski storage. From October 1, 2023, the parking will be charged (500 yen per car per night) Ichii Hotel is situated right in front of the Yubatake hot spring source.</div> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/ichii.html?aid=371183" class="button button--accent button--show_more spot_list__spot__cta spot_list__spot__cta--vendor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View on Booking.com</a><div class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating"><span class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating_no">8.7</span><span class="spot_list__spot__booking_rating_lbl">Booking.com</span></div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="spot_list__spot spot_list__spot--past_spot_limit spot_list__spot--vendor spot_list__spot--vendor-booking o-card" style="--vendor-brand-color-primary: #003580;--vendor-brand-color-secondary: #006ce4;" > <a class="spot_list__spot__image_wrap" href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/tokinoniwa.html?aid=371183" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><figure class="image" > <img class="image__img lazyload" data-src="https://q-xx.bstatic.com/xdata/images/hotel/max500/339923294.jpg?k=f8193d57f8e8f836573c50426d1086bd6b5cbc2d4406c98a69d55a8e9d846850&o="></figure></a> <div class="spot_list__spot__text_wrap"> <div class="spot_list__spot__text"> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/tokinoniwa.html?aid=371183" class="spot_list__spot__name" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tokinoniwa</a> <div class="spot_list__spot__meta"> <span class="spot_list__spot__budget">Luxury</span> </div> <div class="spot_list__spot__desc">Situated in Kusatsu, Tokinoniwa features 4-star accommodation with private terraces. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Guests also enjoy access to the sauna and hot spring bath, as well as the spa facilities and wellness packages. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a tatami. At the ryokan, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. There is a snack bar on-site. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Jigokudani Monkey Park is 47 km from Tokinoniwa, while Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 15 km from the property. 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