Kusatsu Onsen Tourism Association

01/01/2020

Happy new year!!

The temperature was -8.5ºC/16.7ºF this morning at Kusatsu.
Although it is so cold, your body will be warm immediately when you take the onsen.
We hope you get the experience of that!!

03/12/2019

December has come.
The Christmas tree stands by the Yubatake now.
Its lighting is so colorful than last year.
Thereby,Yubatake has become so gorgeous.
This event "Yubatake tree and illumination" will continue until February 16.

01/11/2019

In Kusatsu Onsen,The autumn leaf season has already begun that is earlier than Tokyo.
And first snowfall will be in November.

At Yubatake,Christmas tree is setting up now.It will be decorated soon.And the lighting ceremony will be held on November 15,it will be lit until February 16 like a second image.

01/11/2019

17/07/2019

The festival of Shirane Shrine is held in 17th and 18th July.
A lot of Omikoshi (Portable shrine) are carried by people and go around Yubatake and other area.
The highlight is 6 pm to 9 pm JST.
You can see our festival on live cam.
Check it out please!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiha9DM6c00

07/06/2019

Today,the rainy season has set in of many area in Japan.
It could be see many steam from onsen.

Please watch our live cam when you like.
It might be see various scene of Yubatake!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiha9DM6c00

草津温泉の個性と魅力は悠久の時を経て築き上げられ、その中心には常に「湯畑」の存在があります。豊かな温泉が湧き出しお越しになるお客様を癒し続けてきた湯畑の価値は今もなお衰えることなく草津温泉のシンボルと...

02/03/2019

A special all-male Yumomi Performance "YUMOMI-KUN SHOW" will be held at 16:30 on 2nd, 13th, 22nd and 27th of March at Netsuno-yu.
Come see this powerful and dynamic show for yourself!

*Yumomi-kun are the menbers of the soccer team "THESPA KUSATSU Challengers".
They work at Hotels, ryokans, restaurants,or shops in Kusatsu Onsen and practice toward the promotion to a member of their top team.
Please cheer for Yumomi-kun!

https://www.kusatsu-onsen.ne.jp.e.uh.hp.transer.com/netsunoyu/

28/02/2019

We will hold fireworks display.It will set off at 8 p.m. on March 2nd.
The launch spot is nearby the ski resort.And the fireworks look wide in the town other than the launch spot.
Of course the view from the ski resort is spectacular.You can see it with a skiing or snowboarding.

Don't miss that moment!! And make a precious memory.

Notice:If it will be bad weather, it will be postponed till the next saturday.

01/02/2019

A practice for "Yumomi-kun" show was carried out.And first show of this year will be held at 16:30 tomorrow, February 2nd.

A special all-male Yumomi Performance will excite anyone.Come see this powerful and dynamic show for yourself!

*Yumomi-kun are the menbers of the soccer team "THESPA KUSATSU Challengers".They work at Hotels, ryokans, restaurants,or shops in Kusatsu Onsen and practice toward the promotion to a member of their top team.Please cheer for Yumomi-kun!

01/01/2019

Happy New Year 2019!!

In january Kusatsu, it's so cold.But the body is warmed by excellent onsen.
And you will be able to see scenic beauty of snow.

Check the our live cam!!

https://www.kusatsu-onsen.ne.jp.e.uh.hp.transer.com/live/

15/12/2018

Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort where is on the west side of the Kusatsu town has opened today! It was felt powdery snow last night.Snow condition is so good!!

Get more information at the official website(Translation is available)or Facebook(Japanese).
https://www.932-onsen.com/winter/

05/12/2018

Do you know the hot spring that ranked No.1 in Japan?
Yes, it's Kusatsu Onsen.

The Japan Times reported about the Kusatsu onsen.

Over many years, We've got the highest rating as the onsen in Japan according to survey and public vote.

Check the beautiful photograph and YouTube video in this article!

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/ads/the-best-of-japan/vol06/page05.html

Located about 200 kilometers northwest of Tokyo, the famous Kusatsu Onsen hot spring resort in Gunma Prefecture has long been rated among the best hot spring spots in Japan.

27/11/2018

The huge Christmas tree has been decorated in front of Yubatake.
This illuminations will be displayed until January 15th, 2019.
Please enjoy this special atmosphere of onsen steam and the Christmas tree!

27/11/2018

We’re holding a candle-lit event, “Light of Dream” on December 8th, 22nd and 23rd.
Don’t miss this fantastical atmosphere of this beautiful sight!
Learn more here:
https://www.kusatsu-onsen.ne.jp.e.uh.hp.transer.com/event/detail/index.php?eid=617
(This event might be cancelled due to bad weather.)

27/11/2018

A special all-male Yumomi Performance (by Yumomi-kun from THESPA KUSATSU Challengers) will be held at 16:30 on 1st, 9th and 14th of December at Netsuno-yu in front of Yubatake.

Come see this powerful and dynamic show for yourself!

*Yumomi-kun are the menbers of the soccer team "THESPA KUSATSU Challengers".
They work at Hotels, ryokans, restaurants,or shops in Kusatsu Onsen and practice toward the promotion to a member of their top team.
Please cheer for Yumomi-kun!

For details about Yumomi-kun（THESPA KUSATSU Challengers):
http://www.thespa.co.jp/u23/2018/player/

Moreover, we’re holding a candle-lit event, “Light of Dream” on October 27th.
Don’t miss this fantastical atmosphere of this beautiful sight!
(This event might be cancelled due to bad weather.)

26/10/2018

We uploaded a new video!

Onsens have been loved by Japanese people since a long time ago.
Meanwhile, Kusatsu Onsen has been one of the best onsens in Japan.
Why Kusatsu is the best?
When you see this movie, you will know the reason and fall in love with Kusatsu!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_bwrsy9Rtno

Sometimes, I am reminded of how beautiful the town of Kusatsu is. Onsens have been loved by Japanese people since a long time ago. Meanwhile, Kusatsu Onsen h...

18/10/2018

Kusatsu onsen is really close to Karuizawa!
We were mentioned in a well following site!

https://cometojapankuru.blogspot.com/2018/10/shopping-at-japans-largest-outlet-mall.html

Japan Kuru = Coming to Japan ^^ ☆Let's link the world and share our Japanese stories☆

18/10/2018

We were mentioned in a well followed site! Thank you so much!
http://www.ridingjapan.com/Kanto/gunma/kusatu.html

Riding Japan
http://www.ridingjapan.com/

Kusatsu Onsen is a small hot spring town nestled in the mountains that offer various natural settings in each of the four seasons.

14/10/2018

　The leaves of the trees are beginning to turn red in Sai-no-kawara park.

There is a ski resort near here. It's 10 minutes walk.

In this ski ares, you can take a lift and enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery and autumn leaves.
They will be at their best next week!

Don't miss it!

14/10/2018

A special all-male Yumomi Performance (by Yumomi-kun from THESPA KUSATSU Challengers) will be held at 16:30 on 17th, 20th and 26th of October at Netsuno-yu in front of Yubatake.

Come see this powerful and dynamic show for yourself!

*Yumomi-kun are the menbers of the soccer team "THESPA KUSATSU Challengers".
They work at Hotels, ryokans, restaurants,or shops in Kusatsu Onsen and practice toward the promotion to a member of their top team.
Please cheer for Yumomi-kun!

For details about Yumomi-kun（THESPA KUSATSU Challengers):
http://www.thespa.co.jp/u23/2018/player/

Moreover, we’re holding a candle-lit event, “Light of Dream” on October 27th.
Don’t miss this fantastical atmosphere of this beautiful sight!
(This event might be cancelled due to bad weather.)

15/08/2018

The Kusatsu International Summer Music Academy and festival will be held from August 17th to 30th.
At the festival, you can enjoy daily classical concerts performed by the academy's talented professors!
Learn more here: http://kusa2.jp/en/

01/08/2018

01/08/2018

KusatsuOnsenThanksGivingFestival!

23/07/2018

Balloon Performer "Moto-san"!

23/07/2018

He is the statue performer and a real man !!

From July 23rd to September 2nd, the street performance takes place every day at Toji squair in front of Yubatake.
From one to three performer(s) appear every day.

【Schedule】
Saturdays, Sundays, holidays and from August 4th to August 26th
　10：00、11：00、15：00、16：00、17：00、20：00

Others
　11：00、15：00、17：00、20：00

It will be canceled when other festival or concert will be held in there or it will be rain.

22/07/2018

The 4th, 10th, 15th and 22nd of August will be a special all-male Yumomi Performance (by Yumomi-kun from THESPA KUSATSU Challengers) at Netsuno-yu in front of Yubatake.
Come see this powerful and dynamic show for yourself!
Learn more here:
https://www.kusatsu-onsen.ne.jp.e.uh.hp.transer.com/event/detail/index.php?eid=661
*Yumomi-kun are the menbers of the soccer team "THESPA KUSATSU Challengers".
They work at Hotels, ryokans, restaurants,or shops in Kusatsu Onsen and practice toward the promotion to a member of their top team.
Please cheer for Yumomi-kun!

For details about Yumomi-kun（THESPA KUSATSU Challengers):
http://www.thespa.co.jp/u23/2018/player/

It is official homepage of excellent hot water "Kusatsu Onsen" of the world. You can look at various events carried out in Kusatsu Onsen.

22/07/2018

We’re holding a candle-lit event, “Light of Dream” on August 11th and 25th.
Don’t miss this fantastical atmosphere of this beautiful sight!
Learn more here: https://www.kusatsu-onsen.ne.jp.e.uh.hp.transer.com/event/detail/index.php?eid=568
(This event might be cancelled due to bad weather.)

It is official homepage of excellent hot water "Kusatsu Onsen" of the world. You can look at various events carried out in Kusatsu Onsen.

22/07/2018

The 73rd Kusatsu Onsen Thanksgiving Day celebration will be held on August 1 and 2.
At the special stage in front of Yubatake, a variety of performances, including a traditional hot spring ceremony, Japanese drums and fireworks.
Learn more here: https://www.kusatsu-onsen.ne.jp.e.uh.hp.transer.com/event/detail/index.php?eid=608

Can't make it? You can also watch the festivities on the live camera here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fu_IML50V2U

21/07/2018

In this summer, we are holding the photo contest!

Please follow on Instagram,then post your photo(s) and tag ＃932photo and ＃932opc to participate in this contest!

The top award winner will receive the accommodation coupon!
(The International shipping are not available.)

※Please confirm the terms of service of this event before you post.

For the details, please access the site below:
https://www.kusatsu-onsen.ne.jp.e.uh.hp.transer.com/932photo/2018summer/