Kusatsu Hot Springs Tour
Joined 2023
Our Kusatsu Hot Springs tour takes you to scenic springs, Yumomi(stirring) performance, many street foods and my favorite Onsen facility. Customers can explore narrow historical streets,and try onsen manju (steamed sweet buns) and onsen tamago (eggs boiled in the hot springs).
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Karuizawa station
- We can meet either Sakudaira station or Karuizawa station
Yumomi Performance
Yumomi is a traditional ceremony performed in Netsu no yu, near Kusatsu’s central Yubatake in Gunma prefecture, in the north-west of the Kanto area. This short show is paced on an old Japanese song and consists in cooling down the piping hot spring water to a temperature suitable for bathing.
Stroll Around Kusatsu and Eat Street Food
You can enjoy walking in Kusatsu area. There are Ryokan inns dot this quaint area, which retains an authentic Japanese atmosphere. At the town's center is the Yubatake, its spring source, which emits large quantities of steaming hot, mineral-rich water.
Also, enjoy street foods such as famous Onsen Manju(small buns) and Onsen eggs.
Scenic Springs
We will first stroll along Sainokawara Street towards Sainokawara Park, just a 10-minute walk from the town center. The street is lined with restaurants, craft ateliers, and sweet shops selling onsen manju, a sweet bun filled with bean paste. Try not to fill up on all the free samples on the way.
The park, set by a river, is marked by rising steam and the sound of trickling water. Explore its pools of hot spring water, some of which are warm enough to soak your feet in, with seating built around them. The walking trail through the forest behind the pools is well marked and exceptionally beautiful in fall.
There is an open-air-bath for those who would like to enjoy first Onsen at Kusatsu .
Lunch
Please let me know what kind of meals you would like.
Famouse local meals are Soba and Udon but there are many kinds of food!
Onsen
Otakinoyu gives bathers a chance to experience the traditional awase-yu bathing culture, where several baths are taken in turn, each hotter than the last. In the recently renovated bath, the wooden pillars reach up to the ceiling, resembling tall trees standing in the mist as the hot spring steam wraps around them, giving the feeling of being outdoors.
Ending Point
Karuizawa station or Sakudaira station
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- transportation via Chevrolet Captiva
- toll fees and gasoline fee for the car
- lunch (1500-3000 yen)
Please pay for the guide if you would like me to accompany for lunch
-onsen fees(800yen at Saino Kawara/ 1100 yen at Otaki no you. It depends on which Onsen you are interested in)
- street foods(500yen to 2000 yen)
-yumomi performance (700yen for an adult/300yen for kids)
Tour Important Information
・This tour involves some walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
・Please bring a towel for hot springs, or you can buy one at Kisatsu.
・Please let me know if you have food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
In Winter, I cannot conduct this tour because of heavy snow in Kusatsu.(December to March)
Important message from the supplier
If you would like to have a tour on weekend, please let me know.
I can be flexible about it!
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Kanami E.
I am a guide specialized in horse riding tour in Nagano area. By joining my horse riding tour, you can walk with a horse in a beautiful forest in quiet rural area, where you can see seasonal flowers and beautiful views. I am happy to take you to Soba restaurant where many locals love.
Reviews
Alphonsus S.
“Amazing scenery and fun soba-making experience!”
This is the second part of my two-day tour with Kanami, and Day 2 was just as amazing! We visited a shrine perched on a cliff, and it was pleasant to do some light trekking in the cool winter air, while admiring nature. For lunch, I had the chance to make my own food with a hands-on soba-making experience! It was great fun learning the traditional craft and enjoying the freshest noodles with tempura. Then, we visited a geothermal area with breathtaking views of Mount Asama—a sight that left us in awe. Every detail was thoughtfully planned, and Kanami ensured I had the best experience. If you're looking for a guide who combines adventure, culture, and relaxation, look no further!
Kanami E.
Dear, Alphonsus Thank you so much for choosing us for the tour! And thank you for the great review. We were so happy to meet you and learn also about your country as well. May you have a wonderful life and we hope to see you soon. Kanami
Alphonsus S.
“Horse trekking and good food!”
My two-day tour with Kanami in Japan was nothing short of magical! From the moment we met, her warm personality and deep knowledge of the region made every experience even more special. Day 1 started with an unforgettable horseback ride through the forest—a peaceful and scenic way to take in nature. Afterwards, we visited a charming café for a delicious treat and good coffee. We ended the day at a lively izakaya, where we enjoyed incredible food, sake, and great conversation. Every detail was thoughtfully planned, and Kanami ensured I had the best experience. If you're looking for a guide who combines adventure, culture, and relaxation, look no further!
Kanami E.
Thank you for joining our tour. I am still learning to enrich my knowledge and I really appreciate your patience. I hope you explore more in Japan and meet fascinating people! Also please be safe when you snowboard! Thank you again and see you soon! Kanami
Jodie N.
“Amazing day in Karuizawa”
We spent a lovely morning with Kanami-san, riding in the forest and having soba for lunch. Wish we had planned for a full day, and we will definitely do so next time!
Kanami E.
Jodie san Thank you so much for letting me guide you and Arielle! I really hope to see you soon!
$254/ per group
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