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Kusatsu Onsen is one of Japan's most famous hot spring resorts, blessed with large volumes of high quality hot spring water, said to cure every illness but lovesickness.

Well known as a hot spring resort for many centuries, Kusatsu's fame was further boasted by German doctor Erwin von Baelz, who served at the imperial court in the late 1800s and recommended Kusatsu for its water's health benefits.

Situated at an altitude of 1200 meters above sea level in the mountains of Gunma Prefecture, Kusatsu also offers skiing in winter and hiking during the rest of the year to be enjoyed in combination with hot spring bathing.

Kusatsu is located along Japan's Romantic Road.

Attractions

Kusatsu Hot Springs (1) About Kusatsu's hot spring baths. Yubatake (2) The hot water field, the symbol of Kusatsu. Mount Shirane (5) Active volcano above Kusatsu. Sainokawara Park (3) Park with hot streams and ponds. Yumomi Performance (4) Traditional way to cool down hot spring water.

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Orientation

Orientation How to get to and around Kusatsu Onsen. About transportation in Japan

Accommodation

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Kusatsu Now Resort Hotel A European-style resort onsen hotel nestled amid the quiet forests. A wide variety of baths including private baths. Naraya A charming traditional inn with authentic hospitality. Open-air onsen and private baths. 5 min walk from bus terminal.

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