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A new encounter, a single story. Kanbayashi Hotel Senjukaku. The story began with an encounter. It was in 1929 (Showa 4) when the first president of Nagano Electric Railway, Tohei Kozu, met Lieutenant Helseth from Norway. This meeting in Kanbayashi brought together European and Japanese cultures, creating an entirely new culture or space. It was a groundbreaking event where the culture of a Western-style Hotel was incorporated into a traditional Japanese-style Ryokan for the first time. Furthermore, this encounter became the prologue to the development of Kanbayashi Onsen and Shiga Kogen, now renowned as one of Japan's leading international resorts.

A Resort Hotel at an altitude of 1,800m, where you can enjoy one of Japan's finest highland Onsen with breathtaking views. Soak in the open-air bath with the scent of sulfur and milky white waters while admiring the majestic mountains. At night, experience a mystical moment under a sky filled with countless stars. Choose from three restaurants: Japanese, Western, and buffet-style dining. In winter, enjoy activities such as skiing on powder snow slopes or playing at the kids' park.

A refined sukiya-style retreat nestled along a lush, verdant gorge. All buildings, including the guest rooms, face the Matsukawa Gorge—spring and summer bring fresh greenery to this “Accommodation in the gorge.” In autumn, it becomes a “healing hot spring” floating amid crimson mountains, and in winter, a “moment of tranquility” wrapped in white. This Accommodation offers breathtaking views throughout the year, in every season. Please take your time enjoying our signature oil fondue in a private dining room.

Situated on a 5,000-tsubo property, Tsutsujitei features approximately 3,000 tsubo of natural forest transformed into a rustic garden. This wooden property offers a serene retreat where you can experience the changing seasons, shifting shadows, gentle breezes, the sound of rain, and dancing snow, all while enjoying distant views of the Shirane mountain range. As a property close to nature, it provides a slow passage of time and moments of tranquility. Welcome to Tsutsujitei, the hot spring village where azaleas bloom.

Just a 1-minute walk from the famous Kusatsu Onsen attraction 'Yubatake'. The traditional Japanese-style Ryokan 'Naraya' exudes historical charm. Boasting a variety of Room types suitable for various travels and the 24-hour flowing Onsen 'Shirahata no Yu'.

The property "Yuyado Toki no Niwa" offers a new level of luxury and ambiance, featuring two hot spring sources and a variety of baths, with every Room equipped with an open-air bath. Spacious Rooms, dishes made with abundant seasonal ingredients, and a garden full of seasonal charm—all meticulously prepared. For guests who wish to fully enjoy their Kusatsu journey, we provide an elevated level of satisfaction.

Kusatsu Hotel was established during the Taisho era as a Western-style "Hotel." During the Meiji period, Dr. Bertz, a German medical scientist, praised Kusatsu Onsen, attracting many foreign visitors to Kusatsu. Later, around Showa 27, the hotel was renovated into the current traditional Japanese-style Ryokan, but the name "Hotel" remained. The charm and spirit of hospitality from the Taisho era have been preserved to this day.

Kusatsu Onsen has long been known as one of Japan’s finest hot springs and remains a lively, popular destination for visitors. In the Onsen townscape, where traces of the Edo period still linger, steam rising from the Yubatake drifts through the streets, creating an authentic Onsen atmosphere. With convenient access via the Shinkansen and expressways, a wide range of sightseeing routes can be planned, and Kusatsu also serves as a central hub.“Mukashigokoro no Accommodation Kanemidori” is a welcoming Accommodation with 120 years of history that cherishes the spirit and warmth of bygone days.

Kusatsu Onsen Boun is a Ryokan boasting flowing Onsen baths and a rhododendron garden. It features six baths sourced from two hot springs. Enjoy the full experience of Kusatsu Onsen. Rooms with open-air baths using the Nishinokawara spring are also available. Located just a 3-minute walk from Yubatake, the center of the Onsen town. Relax and enjoy the serene time of Onsen indulgence loved by many literary figures.

58 minutes from Karuizawa Outlet. Kusatsu Now Resort Hotel, a spa resort hotel located in Kusatsu Onsen, offers day-use bathing, private open-air baths, as well as activities like tennis and golf.

A property that welcomes guests with the elegance and joy reminiscent of cherry blossoms. We strive to bring happiness to our valued guests who travel from afar to visit Kusatsu Onsen. With this sentiment, we are committed to providing warm, cheerful, and elegant hospitality.

A Resort Hotel named Lavista (meaning "view") has opened on a hill slightly away from the central area of Kusatsu Onsen. This is the first facility in Kusatsu Onsen to feature a top-floor panoramic Onsen bath and four unique private Onsen baths, all free of charge, where you can enjoy two types of hot springs, including the famous Yubatake source. Additionally, all guest rooms are equipped with private open-air Onsen baths, allowing you to indulge in the "Yukawa no Yu" spring, different from the panoramic bath. On the top floor, the panoramic lounge offers inclusive services such as draft beer after a bath, an amenity buffet that delights women, and light snacks, tailored to different times of the day from check-in to check-out. For dinner, savor a carefully selected Western-style course meal.

"Kimuraya" is a Ryokan that was once operated by the representative's grandmother at Kusatsu Onsen. With the hope of becoming a property loved by guests for a long time and allowing them to enjoy the townscape, onsen, and cuisine of Kusatsu Town, we have inherited the name "Kimuraya." Please enjoy blissful moments in a space encompassing the onsen.

A 3-minute walk from Yubatake, this Hotel is located in the heart of the newly established "Ura-Kusatsu," a new landmark. The concept of the Hotel is "1/f Fluctuation." "1/f Fluctuation" refers to the harmony between regularity and irregularity. Like the rhythm of a human heartbeat, this non-constant rhythm, found in various natural elements of the world, brings a sense of comfort to the human mind. The flickering flames of a bonfire or hearth, the flowing motion of water, the rustling sound of trees, and the swaying lanterns as you stroll through the twilight of Ura-Kusatsu. Savor the fluctuation and enjoy a moment of healing.

Just a 1-minute walk from Kusatsu Onsen's symbol, "Yubatake," this is a stayable restaurant & café. Supervised by the chef of the long-established Ryokan "Naraya," you can enjoy "The Taste of Gunma" from café menus to dinner. In the two exclusive Rooms with Onsen, you can have Kusatsu's famous hot springs all to yourself. Relax and enjoy your time in your preferred way, whether it's having a light snack at the open pocket park or footbath inspired by "rising steam and the flowing Onsen river (Yugawa)," or dining calmly in a private room at the restaurant.

Savor Kusatsu’s famed Onsen in the privacy of your Room, undisturbed.A small Accommodation with only four Rooms, each featuring a private open-air bath with free-flowing natural hot spring water.Open the door and you’ll find a bar counter.Your stay begins quietly with a welcome cocktail.Surrender to the waters, then head to dinner wrapped in the aroma of fire.Seasonal Japanese cuisine finished over a wood fire, paired with sake, wine, and cocktails—crafted into an evening to be enjoyed with all five senses.An exceptional time reserved for just eight guests per day.A new kind of stay: “spend the night at a bar and savor the Onsen.”Kusatsu Onsen VAN — a hidden retreat for adults.

In March 2024, a new Property with private open-air baths in every room will open just a 1-minute walk from Yubatake. Located in the heart of the street connecting Kusatsu Onsen's symbol "Yubatake" and "Sainokawara Park," guests can enjoy exclusive use of the natural Onsen open-air baths during their stay, and indulge in a relaxing café time during the day and Bar time at night in the front lobby. Experience a full Onsen getaway right in the center of Kusatsu Onsen. *This is a No Meals Included Property. Enjoy your time in Kusatsu Onsen freely and at your own pace.

"Yamamoto-kan," a historic Ryokan established in the late Edo period, stands gracefully in front of Kusatsu Onsen's iconic Yubatake. This registered tangible cultural property retains the charm of traditional wooden architecture. Inside, you’ll feel the warmth and history, with a bathhouse offering soothing onsen water directly sourced from Kusatsu’s renowned Shirahata spring. The nine guest rooms are designed for tranquility, offering stunning views of Yubatake and allowing guests to fully enjoy the changing beauty of each season. After your bath, savor handmade kaiseki cuisine crafted with care by skilled chefs. The dining area overlooks Yubatake, where you can enjoy a special moment while admiring the steam and enchanting night illuminations. This accommodation combines location, history, onsen baths, exquisite cuisine, and breathtaking scenery to provide an immersive Kusatsu experience for all five senses.

A conveniently located Accommodation offering No Meals Included, situated right in front of Kusatsu Onsen’s landmark, Yubatake.Recommended for travelers who want to enjoy Kusatsu’s hot-spring hopping at a reasonable price. Part of the fun is researching nearby great izakayas and other dining spots before your trip.Another highlight: complimentary morning service with bread, Onsen eggs, sausages, and more.

A small property with 14 rooms, established at the end of the Edo period, featuring 100% natural onsen.Excellent location, just 3 minutes from Yubatake, making it an ideal base for Kusatsu sightseeing.Two private baths are available for free for 40 minutes. We offer Japanese cuisine featuring local Joshu ingredients at reasonable prices.Smoking is prohibited throughout the premises (including all guest rooms).