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The Charm of Kusatsu Onsen

The Charm of Kusatsu Onsen

January 12, 20266 min read

The appeal of Kusatsu Onsen lies in its "exceptionally high-quality hot springs", regarded as some of the best in Japan, and in the townscape where visitors can fully experience traditional onsen culture. Below are the main highlights.

Yubatake (Hot Water Field)

・The symbol of Kusatsu and the heart of the hot spring town.
・The rising steam and wooden channels create a magical atmosphere.
・The nighttime illumination is especially beautiful.

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Yumomi Culture

・A unique bathing tradition of Kusatsu, famous for the "Yumomi song".
・A traditional method of cooling the hot water by stirring it with wooden boards.
・Visitors can watch performances or even take part in the experience.

photo by Σ64, CC BY 4.0(Wikimedia Commons)
photo by Σ64, CC BY 4.0(Wikimedia Commons)

The Joy of the Hot Spring Town

・A nostalgic atmosphere with hot spring buns, street food, and traditional games like shooting galleries.
・The town is compact and easy to explore on foot.

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Outstanding Hot Spring Quality

・Kusatsu boasts one of the largest natural hot spring outputs in Japan.
・The water is strongly acidic with powerful antibacterial properties, and is believed to be beneficial for skin conditions, fatigue recovery, and sensitivity to cold.
・Following the Kusatsu style, the hot spring water is used directly from the source without dilution.

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Nature and Seasonal Beauty

・Located at an altitude of about 1,200 meters, Kusatsu enjoys cool summers.
・The combination of autumn foliage or snowy winter landscapes with hot springs is breathtaking.
・Nearby Mount Shirane and walking trails allow visitors to enjoy nature as well.

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Here is a selection of tattoo-friendly facilities in Kusatsu Onsen. Click on each link to view more detailed information!

♨Nakamuraya Ryokan
Kusatsu Onsen Nakamuraya RyokanKusatsu Onsen Nakamuraya RyokanKusatsu Onsen · Public bath: Allowed · Private bath: Available›

♨Hoshikawa
Kusatsu Onsen HoshikawaKusatsu Onsen HoshikawaKusatsu Onsen · Public bath: Allowed · Private bath: Available›

♨Soumeian
Kusatsu Onsen SoumeianKusatsu Onsen SoumeianKusatsu Onsen · Public bath: Allowed · Private bath: Available›

♨The Hideout Kusatsu
Kusatsu Onsen The Hideout KusatsuKusatsu Onsen The Hideout KusatsuKusatsu Onsen · Public bath: Allowed · Private bath: Available›

♨Oyama No Minshuku Medetaya
Kusatsu Onsen Oyama No Minsyuku MedetayaKusatsu Onsen Oyama No Minsyuku MedetayaKusatsu Onsen · Public bath: Allowed · Private bath: Available›

♨Pension Segawa
Kusatsu Onsen Pension SegawaKusatsu Onsen Pension SegawaKusatsu Onsen · Public bath: Allowed · Private bath: Available›

♨Pension Hagiwara
Kusatsu Onsen Pension HagiwaraKusatsu Onsen Pension HagiwaraKusatsu Onsen · Public bath: Allowed · Private bath: Available›

♨Machiyado Solarium
Kusatsu Onsen Machiyado SolariumKusatsu Onsen Machiyado SolariumKusatsu Onsen · Public bath: Allowed · Private bath: Available›

♨Kojimaya
Kusatsu Onsen KojimayaKusatsu Onsen KojimayaKusatsu Onsen · Public bath: Allowed · Private bath: Available›

♨Maebashikan
Kusatsu Onsen MaebashikanKusatsu Onsen MaebashikanKusatsu Onsen · Public bath: Allowed · Private bath: Available›

Tattoo policies may change depending on the facility, so please be sure to check with the onsen in advance.

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