Kusatsu Onsen: A Healing Journey Wrapped in Steam and Tradition

Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma Prefecture is about a 25-minute bus ride from JR Naganohara Kusatsuguchi Station. The hot spring town, centered around the Yubatake (hot water field), boasts a source that produces 4,000 liters of hot spring water per minute, enveloping the area in steam and the scent of sulfur. Visitors can enjoy the Yumomi show at Netsunoyu, experience quiet foot baths and face baths in the hidden areas of Kusatsu, or interact with animals at the Kusatsu Tropical Wonderland, offering a variety of activities beyond just hot springs. At Sainokawara Park, you can marvel at the enchanting scenery of naturally flowing hot springs and relax in spacious open-air baths. During my visit, soaking my feet in a foot bath while gazing at the illuminated Yubatake was a truly soothing moment, making me forget the everyday hustle and bustle. Whether traveling solo or as a couple, Kusatsu Onsen offers a journey that will melt your stress away.