Yubatake
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Kusatsu is recognized along with Gero and Arima as one of Japan's three most famous hot spring resorts. The Yubatake (Hot Water field) is a central meeting and sightseeing spots in Kusatsu Onsen. This is the source water field for the bubbling Onsen water supplied throughout Kusatsu village. An abundant quality of hot water with a strong acidity of pH2.1, gives the water strong anti-bacterial powers with superior therapeutic and spiritual qualities, and has attracted many people for hundreds of years. The Yubatake (hot water field) is the symbol of Kusatsu Hot Spring. Located in the center of the spa resort, Yubatake is the source of hot springs that gush some 4,000 liters of hot water per minute amid clouds of rising steam. This so-called "hot water field" is surrounded by a promenade made of ceramic roof tiles and there is even a bench in the shape of Mt. Shirane, a nearby volcano. Here, visitors can stroll after taking a bath and relax while enjoying the unusual and very warming atmosphere of this unrivaled resort.
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Canmaninjapan
Kamakura, Japan925 contributions
Aug 2021
I had always wanted to see the legendary Kusatsu Yubatake hot spring. I had heard it was cool. I wasn't disappointed. The strong sulfur smell was detectable from blocks away. It is thick with sulfur and a must-see when in Japan. Of course it is a tourist area, but the prices at the nearby shops aren't bad. Enjoy!
Written 17 August 2021
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blackinjpn
Iruma, Japan130 contributions
Jan 2021 ā¢ Family
Illumination during winter times, some of attraction are close early.
Some restaurants will open till 9
Some restaurants will open till 9
Written 10 January 2021
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Keizo
Kawasaki, Japan1,574 contributions
Dec 2020
Kusatsu is No.1 Hotspings in Japan and Yubatake is the symbol. There are many restaurants and shops around it and free of charge public bath is also available.
It reminded me of Fontana di Trevi in Rome.
It reminded me of Fontana di Trevi in Rome.
Written 23 December 2020
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1760022
Tokyo Prefecture, Japan106 contributions
Nov 2020
Yubatake is considered the symbol of Kusatsu and is impossible to miss since it sits in the middle of the town. producing around 4 to 5,000 liters of spring water per minute, the water is cooled running through the wooden channels before being distributed to the inns and public baths. Whilst great to see during the day, Yubatake is spectacularly illuminated at night
Written 15 November 2020
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hfot2 šøššø
Vermont7,327 contributions
Apr 2019
There certainly is a lot of water gushing through town!
We stayed in Kusatsu for 3 nights and walked around the Yubatake often. The streets are lined with shops and restaurants.
The sulphur odor is not nearly as strong as we were led to expect. Do take care of your camera and phone, however; the spray of the sulphur water can do damage as can the steam.
Lots of photo ops - we wished we were able to get into a nearby surrounding building and climb high up to look down upon this structure for photos. We did get shots from above taken from the stairs of the temple and from the second floor of Onsen Gozanoyu.
The area around the Yubatake can be crowded, and people watching can also provide many photos. Some tourists are wearing yukata from their ryokans; others are in rental kimono.
Do look down at the sidewalk which has images from around town which are incised into the paving.
Take care walking on the steps along the side of Yubatake which can be slippery - hold onto the hand railings.
We stayed in Kusatsu for 3 nights and walked around the Yubatake often. The streets are lined with shops and restaurants.
The sulphur odor is not nearly as strong as we were led to expect. Do take care of your camera and phone, however; the spray of the sulphur water can do damage as can the steam.
Lots of photo ops - we wished we were able to get into a nearby surrounding building and climb high up to look down upon this structure for photos. We did get shots from above taken from the stairs of the temple and from the second floor of Onsen Gozanoyu.
The area around the Yubatake can be crowded, and people watching can also provide many photos. Some tourists are wearing yukata from their ryokans; others are in rental kimono.
Do look down at the sidewalk which has images from around town which are incised into the paving.
Take care walking on the steps along the side of Yubatake which can be slippery - hold onto the hand railings.
Written 31 March 2020
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Mikimaru22
Nishi, Japan52 contributions
Feb 2020 ā¢ Couples
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Written 19 February 2020
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Written 2 March 2020
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31fannyc
56 contributions
Dec 2019
A very beautiful place. Its in the prime area of the town. You can walk there from many hotels in Kusatsu. Don't think about driving there as there's no parking space. Visit both in the morning and night time, it gives you a different feeling.
Written 4 January 2020
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Thanks for visited to Kusatsu Onsen and Yubatake.Hope to you come visit again!
Written 7 January 2020
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Danma11
Hampton, VA425 contributions
Dec 2019
Yes, this is beautiful. Yes, there's lots of steam. The lighting at night is magical. However, it's a fairly small, maybe 200 meter walk around the entire set up. The smell of sulfur is occasionally strong. The water is beautiful and it's not overly crowded to the point where you can't get close or get photos. The nearby foot baths are wonderful to relax in on a cold day or night. Just don't build it up to be a huge experience. After maybe an hour or a few laps around, you'll probably start looking for other things to do in the town, of which, are limited, especially with children.
Written 13 December 2019
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Thanks for visited to Kusatsu Onsen and Yubatake.I'm so glad to you have fun and rerax at Kusastu. Hope to you come visit again!
Written 25 December 2019
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Hiroaosta
Dalian, China2,012 contributions
Oct 2019 ā¢ Couples
Itās fantastic view, especially at night.
I visited many Hot spring place in Japan.
But this view can be only one.
Visitors will feel Hot Spring atmosphere.
I visited many Hot spring place in Japan.
But this view can be only one.
Visitors will feel Hot Spring atmosphere.
Written 8 October 2019
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Thanks for visited to Kusatsu Onsen and Yubatake. Did you have fun and rerax at Kusastu? I 'm so gla to you like viewof the Yubatake. Hope to you come visit again!
Written 14 October 2019
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SPS
Perth, Australia70 contributions
Sep 2019
Picturesque strolls around Yubatake and small lanes, tidy shops and restaurants. Very much enjoyed a show, outdoor music, food and friendly locals. A gem!
Written 5 September 2019
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Thanks for visited to Kusatsu Onsen and Yubatake.I'm so glad to you have fun and rerax at Kusastu. Hope to you come visit again!
Written 23 September 2019
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8pins
Singapore, Singapore210 contributions
Hi, 8pins. What would you like to know about this attraction?
is one night sufficient to tour the place?
is it convenient to go to the nearby mountains by public transport?
KusatsuonsenKK
Kusatsu-machi, Japan
Thank you for questions.
You can fully enjoy this town in a day:)
We are very sorry Kusatsu Sirane mountain and Moto-shirane mountain is not open in thi.s season.(open at April or so) And āYugama" also.
we hope you will have a good trip.
Angelica Lomite... L
London, UK6 contributions
Hi! Iām planning to go Japan end week of March 2018. Arriving Either from Tokyo / Osaka : We would like to stay on hot spring area then Day trip to the cities.
Just wondering if you can advice us how to spend our 6 full days around Kanazawa/Takayama/Nagano + Gunma(if doable):
If we are arriving from Osaka:
Day 0- Airport to Kanazawa ? Kagaonsen
Day 1- Sight See the city then to Shirakawago at night Day 2- Shirakagawago to Takayama ? Gero Onsen or ? Hirayu Onsen
Day 3- Takayama - shintoka ropeway
Day 4- We want to see the snow monkeys ? Shibu Onsen
Day 5- Kusatsu Onsen
Day 6- need to be in Tokyo by 19:00 to meet mum and bro just arriving in Japan to join us in the next 2 weeks (Tokyo/Hakone/Kyoto/Hiroshima/Osaka)
Nick_YOSHIDA
Hanoi, Vietnam6 contributions
I know it is too late to respond to you query.
Anyway, If you are interested in visiting hot springs, I strongly recommend you to select certain part of Japan, such as Gumma, Nagano, and try to visit various spas in the area, rather than moving around all over the main island.
On paper, you might be able to design an itinerary like yours. However, yours is a little too hectic to visit from hot spring to another to make you feel tired, rather than relaxed.
Most of the spas you mentioned are in the mountainous areas, connected only by bus, rather than by commuters trains as found in Tokyo.
vlvl1
Singapore, Singapore
How do i get to kusatsu onsen from yugawara? Planning to stay 21-23dec, is it a good time to go? Thanks!
KusatsuonsenKK
Kusatsu-machi, Japan
it's about 4 or 5 ours. You can take bus from Shinjuku or Shibuya,
or train from Tokyo or Ueno.
Yes, you shoud back to Tokyo.
December is very cold. Sometimes it is snowing.
Have a wonderful tirp! :)
Passion4Travel
Toronto, Canada65 contributions
Do I have to make a reservation and pay to come here? And how do I do that? Thank you!
Kristine H
Vancouver, Canada165 contributions
If you want to stay over night, its better to make a hotel reservation. But just for a day trip, the town is open at all time free of charge, as well as parks.
Maventy
Melbourne, Australia144 contributions
may i know how to go there? im going early march but cant seem to find on google on how to go there from tokyo, its so confusing..
thanks so much for all the answer, appreciate it! :)
RRla
los angeles, CA174 contributions
There is no direct way to get there if you don't drive. See below extract from Japan Guide website.
By train and bus via Naganohara
Trains travel as far as Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station, from where there are JR buses to Kusatsu Onsen (30 minutes, 690 yen). The train journey is covered by the Japan Rail Pass, JR Tokyo Wide Pass, JR East Nagano Niigata Area Pass, JR East Tohoku Area Pass and JR East South Hokkaido Pass, but the bus ride is covered only by the Japan Rail Pass.
There are various ways to get from Tokyo to Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station. The most convenient is by direct limited express train from Tokyo's Ueno Station, requiring 2.5 hours and costing about 5000 yen for the one way trip. However, there are only around three round trips per day.
Alternatively, you can do the whole trip by local trains, which takes about four hours, requires a transfer of trains at Takasaki and cost 3020 yen one way. Faster and more expensive is taking the shinkansen to Takasaki and transfer there to a local train to Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station.
By train and bus via Karuizawa
Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo to Karuizawa (70 minutes, around 5500 yen) and then a bus (Seibu Kogen Bus or Kusakaru Kotsu) from Karuizawa to Kusatsu Onsen (80-100 minutes, 2200-3880 yen). JR passes are not valid on the buses between Karuizawa and Kusatsu.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Yubatake
- Hotels near Yubatake:
- (0.01 km) Yubatake Soan
- (0.02 km) Daitokan
- (0.05 km) Hiranoya
- (0.05 km) Hotel Ichii
- (0.05 km) Yamamoto-kan
- Restaurants near Yubatake:
- (0.02 km) Yamabikoonsen Manju Shop
- (0.03 km) Hiranoya
- (0.03 km) Dan
- (0.03 km) Ramen Ichiban
- (0.03 km) Yakitori Shizuka
- Attractions near Yubatake:
- (0.00 km) Kusatsu Onsen
- (0.01 km) YukemuriteićFoot Bath
- (0.03 km) Shogun Okumiage No Yuwaku
- (0.04 km) Netsunoyu
- (0.06 km) Shirohata no Yu