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Thank you for the wonderful service—it made our stay truly exceptional. First, I accidentally made a Reservation with the wrong gender, but you quickly brought us yukata in different sizes, which was very helpful. With fewer guests staying, the attentive, personalized service really stood out. We also enjoyed the complimentary pudding—it was delicious. The Onsen was available at night as well, so we could relax and take our time. The bed felt a bit firm and slightly uncomfortable to sleep on, but other than that we had no complaints at all. Also, it was pouring rain at checkout, and you kindly handed us towels—this helped us so much. We truly appreciated your thoughtful attention to detail. We would love to stay here again when we visit Kusatsu.

On my first trip to Kusatsu Onsen, I stayed for two nights in the private open-air bath guest room “TAKASAGO.” Guest Room (TAKASAGO) The layout is wonderfully spacious, with the bedroom and tatami-style living area separated, creating a quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Personally, I felt the room was a little dim due to limited natural light depending on its orientation, and I would have loved a larger sofa where you can really sink in rather than a low table—but overall it was an expansive, truly luxurious space. The tatami room with the low table faces a private garden and had a lovely sense of traditional charm. The maisonette-type rooms looked brighter and seemed to have more comfortable sofas as well, so I’d like to try one next time. Onsen Two different hot spring sources—Jizo Gensen and Bandai Kosen Gensen—are supplied here, making for an indulgent bathing experience. In addition to enjoying high-quality spring water anytime in the in-room open-air bath, the three private reservable baths each had their own distinct character and conveyed refined Japanese aesthetics. I thoroughly enjoyed soaking in Onsen throughout my stay. In particular, I loved “AWASE,” where three tubs are lined up from low to high temperature so you can experience a traditional bathing method—I went back again and again. Breakfast As dinner service was suspended during my stay, breakfast was the only meal offered—but its quality was outstanding, easily on par with dinner. I often stay at cuisine-focused Ryokan, and this was among the best I’ve experienced: creative composition of dishes, cooking that brought out the best of each ingredient, and thoughtful selection of tableware that elevated every course. Hospitality & Service The staff’s attentiveness and perfectly balanced approach—present when needed but never intrusive—left a strong impression and made my stay very comfortable. While there are a couple of minor preferences regarding the guest room setup, overall I was extremely satisfied with every aspect: Onsen, food quality (breakfast), and hospitality. I would absolutely love to return when visiting Kusatsu again.

This was our first stay here on a trip with four friends. The Room, the meals, and above all the service from all staff were outstanding. Every staff member was courteous and kind, and we truly felt first-class hospitality—worthy of a five-star Accommodation. Thanks to you, we

The newly built room was outstanding in every aspect—design, bedroom, and private bath. However, what truly made it feel first-class was the people. The warm hospitality from all the staff and the proprietress was unforgettable! Thank you for creating such wonderful travel memori

Our stay exceeded all expectations in every aspect—Onsen, meals, and hospitality—making it truly a "blissful time." We thoroughly enjoyed both the "Ogumiage no Yu" and "Hana no Yu" Onsen baths that we had been looking forward to. The highest quality spring water was gentle on th

It was really great!

The buffet has been further upgraded compared to last time and may have been influenced by Ichii-san's excellent buffet offerings. Highlights included steak made from Joshu beef rib roast and freshly prepared sushi, as well as an impressive all-you-can-eat selection of melon, wat

I stayed in a twin room with a terrace and open-air Onsen bath. The room was stylish and very comfortable, but the highlight was definitely the amazing open-air Onsen bath! There were wooden boards for Yumomi, a famous tradition of Kusatsu, allowing us to fully enjoy the Kusa

The free private bath was also enjoyable. Having visited Kusatsu many times, this hot spring quality suited my preferences very well. Amenities such as towels, basket bags, colorful yukatas, and samue were thoughtfully provided in detail. Many of the staff at the accommodation we

Pros: Friendly service. Great location—close to Yubatake and with parking available. Clean and well maintained. I used the bath at night and in the morning, and had it all to myself both times. The bread was delicious. Cons: The TV screen is small, so keep that in mind if you plan to watch TV. You can hear footsteps in the hallway. There were no slippers (they might be available), which wasn’t a big issue but felt a bit unusual.

All the staff are very kind, and I’ve never had an unpleasant experience. Best of all, they have the rare Watanoyu bath (hard to find even in Kusatsu), and if it’s available you can use it privately as many times as you like—amazing. Depending on timing it can be hard to get in (

The bed was also large and comfortable. The open-air bath in the room was very pleasant. The amenities, such as the toothbrush and hairbrush made from bamboo crafts, showed attention to detail. Having a hair iron in the room was also great! The mini kitchen was convenient,

The buffet is beautifully prepared and everything tastes fantastic—you can enjoy both the local specialty Himokawa udon and Joshu beef, so there’s nothing to complain about. Both kids and adults are sure to be fully satisfied. (No need to wait in line at nearby restaurants.) The

We stayed in the Yuri Room, which comes with a semi-open-air bath. It features free-flowing Jizo hot spring water, one of our favorite sources in Kusatsu Onsen. The private Onsen was too hot to relax for long, but the in-room Onsen was at just the right temperature and very comfortable. We could enjoy both dinner and breakfast in the in-room dining area; it was a bit pricey, but choosing this room was absolutely worth it. The meals were not extravagant, but the portions were just right and the seasoning suited our taste.

All of the staff were genuinely kind and welcoming. Visiting Kusatsu Onsen had been a long-time dream of ours, and it turned out to be an unforgettable trip that made us fall in love with Kusatsu Onsen even more. Next time, we look forward to staying with both breakfast and di

They also stored our car and luggage before check-in, so we were able to fully enjoy exploring around Kusatsu Yubatake. The nearby tropical botanical garden was also great—getting to interact with the cute monkeys was much more fun than expected, so I highly recommend it! This is

We could enjoy our meals without any hesitation. Each dish was prepared with care, and since we upgraded, the beef fillet was also very delicious. It was my first time at Kusatsu Onsen, and I was able to spend a very elegant and pleasant time with my best friend. My best fr

When I went to the front desk to ask if I could park my car before check-in, there were only foreign staff and I couldn’t communicate well. We stayed for two nights, and my wife lost the Room key, so I contacted the front desk, but again it was foreign staff and they didn’t understand—saying they would check—and that was it. However, with pre-registration enabling instant check-in via QR code and a Room mirror with tablet functions for instant check-out, I feel this Hotel is ahead of its time.

The staff were very courteous, and I had a comfortable stay. All of the meals were delicious, and I was very satisfied! I will stay again.

Both the Facility and the Room were very clean! Even cleaner than other well-maintained Accommodations. The meals were delicious, and after gradually getting used to Kusatsu’s characteristically hot Onsen, I felt refreshed for the first time in a while and slept soundly. I was surprised at first that there was no air conditioner, but with the windows fully open and using a fan and a handheld fan, it was not a problem at all. I stayed with my daughter, and we will definitely return. Thank you very much.