Kusatsu Hot Springs, located in Kusatsu-machi, in Japan's Gunma Prefecture, is the hot spring area with the highest natural spring flow rate in Japan. It is one of the three most famous springs in Japan, and many tourists visit from overseas, as well as from within Japan. The “Yubatake”, which was created to collect the hot spring minerals and adjust the temperature of the water, is a must-see symbol of Kusatsu.

Here are some recommended hotels in Kusatsu Onsen.

Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Resort

The Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Resort is a place where you can enjoy water from the Bandai-ko hot spring source, which has the largest spring volume in Kusatsu Onsen.

At the Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Resort, located on a hill overlooking the Kusatsu cityscape, you can choose from a variety of Japanese-style twin rooms and Japanese-Western style rooms. The "Japanese-Western Special Room" is a room with both tatami mats and western beds, that can accommodate up to 5 people. The "Connecting Room", with 2 rooms, 10 tatami mats and 8 tatami mats in size, can accommodate up to 9 people, suitable for families and friends.

For dinner, you can choose from local foods such as "Yuba Konyakku" (konyakku stuffed with soy beans) or "Mizusawa Udon", buffet or banquet-style meals, and you can enjoy the luxurious nights of Kusatsu.

Spot Information

• Spot name: Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Resort (草津温泉ホテルリゾート)
• Street Address: 15-8 Kusatsu-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma 377-1711
• Access:
• Naganohara Kusatsuguchi Station → [JR Bus Kusatsu Onsen Line] approximately 25 minutes → Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal ... 10 minutes on foot.  
• There is also a direct bus from Tokyo Station, Shinjuku Station, and Shibuya Station to Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal. There are two shuttle buses from Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal to the hotel.
• Wi-Fi: Available
• Language: English, Chinese (simplified and traditional), Korean
• Credit cards: Accepted

GENSEN ICHINOYU

Gensen Ichinoyu, with the concept of “staying like you live there”, was opened in August 2019 and is a room-only hotel, which does not offer meals.

You can choose from 10 types of guest rooms that are modern and bright, including rooms with a mini kitchen or an open-air bath.

At the hot spring baths supplied from the Yubatake source, the mellow hot water will heal your daily fatigue.

You can use the hot spring facilities at this hotel freely, such as submerging yourself in the hot water at a private hot spring or spending a relaxing time at the footbath terrace. You can spend your time as you would if you were at home, so it is recommended for those who want to stay for a long time.

Spot Information

• Spot name: GENSEN ICHINOYU (源泉一乃湯)
• Street Address: 135 Kusatsu-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma 377-1711
• Access: Naganohara Kusatsuguchi Station → [JR Bus Kusatsu Onsen Line] about 30 minutes → Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal ... about 3 minutes on foot
• Wi-Fi: Available
• Language: English
• Credit cards: Accepted

Yuyado Tokinoniwa

One of the ways to enjoy Kusatsu Onsen is a “Yu-meguri”, a traditional way to enjoy the town by entering various hot springs as you walk around the town. One of the places that you can enjoy on such a tour is the Yuyado Tokinoniwa.

There are 23 types of hot springs in the building, and one of its main attractions is that all guest rooms are equipped with open-air baths. Perfect for those who want to fully enjoy Kusatsu Hot Springs.

Japanese-style banquet cuisine using plenty of seasonal ingredients can be enjoyed in a private space with partitions.

The bar specializes in Japanese sake, mainly local sake from Gunma, and shochu, but also offers non-alcoholic drinks.

After drinking, you can try “Yonaki Soba”, which can only be eaten at nighttime.

Spot Information

• Spot name: Yuyado Tokinoniwa (湯宿季の庭 )
• Street Address: 214-464 Oaza Kusatsu Shirane, Kusatsu-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma 377-1711
• Access: Naganohara Kusatsuguchi Station → [JR Bus Kusatsu Onsen Line] approx. 30 minutes → Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal ... Free shuttle bus approx. 15 minutes
• Wi-Fi: Available
• Language: English
• Credit cards: Accepted