Top 31 things to do and attractions in Kusatsu-machi

It is a beautiful place. The view is awesome at night. It feels so nice to drink in from of this place. You can see a lot of stores here. And there is convenience store too. It is the most beautiful onsen place that I have ever seen in Japan

PSA: IT SMELLS LIKE ROTTEN EGGS But the view is as beautiful as the pictures make it to be. In fact, I'd say pictures don't do it justice as to how beautiful and lovely the atmosphere actually is. Please go visit, it's just large enough.. not too big where you feel like you can't explore the whole area. Also not too small where you get bored after 30 minutes to an hour.

Kusatsu Onsen is one of the most atmospheric onsen towns we have visited. The highlight was the Yubatake (hot water field) in the town centre. Seeing the steam rise at night was beautiful and calming. The walk along the nearby shopping street was enjoyable, with many small shops and snacks to explore at a relaxed pace. The whole area felt safe, clean and easy to navigate. A wonderful place to unwind and enjoy the onsen town ambience. Highly recommended for both first-time and returning visitors.

This is an enchanting town full of public hot baths (onsens). There are also a lot of public foot baths. It is a place to stroll with your own Yukata (traditional wear) entering into different hot baths. Don't miss an evening walk around town and the center as it is illuminated beautifully

Very big landmark of this onsen city where surrounded by shops, restaurants, temple and hotels. Also have some spots to do the foot spa (onsen). We can smell the onsen water mineral. Really impressed

This location is one of the attractions of Japanese hot springs (onsen). It is not far from Osaka. It is very unique. You can enjoy a complimentary foot spa or public hot springs during your visit.

An amazing place to visit! The color of the water and the sulfur collection process are fascinating to see. Around the area, you’ll find many hand baths and foot baths, along with plenty of shops and food stands. A great spot to explore and relax.

Sainokawara Park is a peaceful and scenic spot just a short walk from the Yubatake. The walking paths are surrounded by nature, volcanic rock, and naturally heated streams, which makes the whole place feel calming and relaxing. Inside the park is Sainokawara Rotemburo, the largest open-air bath in Kusatsu Onsen, and it is well worth the visit if you enjoy onsen. The atmosphere is quiet and soothing, and it is a wonderful place to take a slow walk, unwind, and enjoy the natural beauty of Kusatsu.

Nice pools in a beautiful surroundings with flowers and forrested area. You can bath your feed in several pools st the end there is a public onsen. Good access by wheelchair toilets available no eating or drinking services there are some sitting areas but not to much places with shade. Especially the pools themself are exposed to the sun

If you come to Kusatsu, don't forget to come here. Most people don't realize but this is walkable from the Yubatake and it's open and pretty. If you don't come here, it's like going to McDonalds, ordering a burger and a drink but not the fries.

Excellent unique free park with warm thermal waters flowing throughout, plus a public onsen in the middle you can pay a fee to visit. What's not to love. ARRIVAL From the front entry it seemed pretty small, but once you walk in a bit the boardwalks open up into a wider area with lots of steaming pools. This place must be very beautiful in the winter. People were wandering around on the boardwalks and within the parks, often barefoot. There were several foot bath areas, a Devil’s Kettle that made a whistling sound when you stand at a distance but goes quiet when you get close (it’s basically just a small trickle making the sound). Off to the side we saw a statue of a bodhisattva with two western-looking cherubs clinging to it, which was unexpected. SCENERY AND HIGHLIGHTS We walked all the way up to the top of the paths, no one around which was peaceful. From the top we got a nice view of a mountainside covered in orange and yellow leaves. Picked out way back the way we came, the path filled with low bamboo-like kusa-kusa grasses, and plants with leaves bigger than my palm. ONSEN EXPERIENCE On a whim we decided to try the public onsen inside the park. No showers so you just rinse as best you can, and apparently they have a mixed bath option on Fridays. We paid the entrance fee, got two towels and used a 100 JPY coin for the locker for valuables. Outside, the onsen was huge with a big cascading water feature (where the onsen water is fed into the pool). The water near the falls felt maybe 40–41°C, hotter as you approach, and the area near the entrance was around 38°C. About six people total on a weekday but since it's so big it still feels remote. Beautiful autumn colors surrounding the onsen. Very nice park visit with a quiet viewpoint at the end and a big outdoor public onsen (paid visit) as an option. Would visit again and recommend.

Good for a walk and remember to try the free onsen outside with your feet. The water source is different to the main source with less acidity. If you forgot to bring a towel, you may consider to buy a towel at the entrance of the onsen (300 yens). I don't recommend paper tissue as it is not easy to find a rubbish bin.

A 10-minute walk along a winding path from the center of Kusatsu, you’ll find beautiful Sai-no-Kawara Park. The park stands on a rugged rocky riverbed, with a gurgling stream running through lush forested uplands like an ancient scar. Steaming, mineral-rich hot springs burn along the banks of Sai-no-Kawara, forming a unique dry landscape that flows all the way down to the park and into the many hot spring baths. Sai-no-Kawara Park stretches along the riverbed for about a quarter of a mile, and the connection between Jizo and the park lies in the park’s name: Sai-no-Kawara means “riverbed in the west,” which is a homonym of “riverbed of the underworld” in Japanese. Whenever a child dies young, their young souls gather on the banks of a river called Sai-no-Kawara, and the kind-hearted Jizo comes to comfort and protect them. Gazing at the steamy riverbed and the warm springs gushing out of the ground, the tale of horror and strangeness doesn’t seem so strange. The warm natural spring waters of Sai-no-Kawara not only have physical health benefits, but also mental and spiritual benefits. In addition, the trail down Sai-no-Kawara is considered a very important pilgrimage route by the locals. For all visitors who are not lucky enough to live in the suburbs of Japan, this steaming, quarter-mile-long riverbed is a magical and otherworldly world.

So beautiful, absolutely worth the time to visit if you are in Kusatsu. It’s a quick walk from the Yubatake on a street lined with cute shops (including a tsukemono/pickle shop with cats!!!) there are foot baths and so many amazing sights along the park walkway. One of my favorite places I visited on this trip!!!

It suited my level beginner-intermediate snowboarding. Hardly any English signs in the area but enough friendly people trying their best to help. It's easy to get to as well from the town, I walked there via route 292. Some part of the road can be narrow but you can cut across via the Sainokawara park. The chair to the upper half of the skifield was closed due to strong wind but the sign was only at the entrance of the chair. However to get to this entrance, you'll have to go down slightly from the gondola exit, and when I figured it was closed, it's either walk uphill back to gondola platform or go down (intermediate). It was daunting as I was still a beginner at that stage. Also the gear rental can be done on site without online booking. Maybe it's communication difficulties, I was just given the gear, no fitting. Pretty much DIY. The gear rental accept credit card, but the entrance ticket office cash or cards only (I didn't pay attention which one). Food was decent and affordable. There's a water station in the cafeteria.

Throwback to where my skiing journey began! This special place holds my first memories on the slopes, and now it's where my kids discover the joy of snow for the very first time. Family fun and unforgettable moments!

such a fun experience. rented everything for a day pass and was so cool. tool lessons as well. the instructor did not speak English but we were able to get by with gestures. worth checking out if you are here.

It was my first time to try skiing. We arrived there on a Saturday afternoon, around 1pm, and we tried to rent the ski wear and gear, but there were no more available sizes for us. It was full, so we just rented in a nearby shop. After renting, we went back to the Ski Resort. It is a public space and skiing there is free, as long as you have a gear. I also learned that all residents of Kusatsu Onsen can freely avail of the Gondola and lift as much as they want. We joined the Kusatsu Ski School for 5000 yen. It was helpful if you're a beginner. I even lost track of time about how long that lasted, coz it was fun--maybe about 2 hours. The teacher tried his best to speak English. After that, we just enjoyed skiing in the area. We tried the Gondola for ¥2000, and we skied from there. There is a beginner-friendly route up there. My friends also tried the ski lift for also ¥2000. For a beginner like me, I was scared to try it coz jumping off at the top was scary. One of my friends also tripped over when she jumped down. Just be careful when you try it. There is also a food court, but expect that on the weekend, it is really packed. You have to wait for vacant tables before you can sit. There is also a souvenir shop. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience.

The ski resort is great for beginners. slopes are not so tough, so not scary to train for the first time. The snow was also good in February. And the best thing is that after snowboarding you can go to the best ever onsen of Kusatu

Must go! Sky swing, gondola and banzip tengu for 3100yen only, good for adults or family. Definitely will visit again in Winter!

The snow in this area is not as powdery and heavy as in northern Japan such as Hokkaido and Aomori. The slopes consist 50% beginner’s courses. Some of the routes are too flat or upwards. For first timer skiers and snowboarders it will be a good place to have fun. There is an area for kids too. The rental shop has old equipments and colorful wears. Canteen has quite a number of choices for lunch. Overall I recommend this place for first timer and beginners. There is one short route for intermediate level but might be too boring for those who seek challenges.

There are many Onsens to choose from. Trust me, this is the one you want to visit. It's the best hands down. I visited many in the area and this is by far my favourite one. It has many pools to choose from, and at different temperatures. It has both indoor and outdoor options. 10/10 would recommend!

Theives! Do NOT go to this place. We went to this public onsen place and one of us had his shoes stolen from the lockers. The staff were extremely unhelpful and refused to check the CCTV for us. Imagine taking a bath and ended up with no shoes to leave this place. We ended up buying a new pair of shoes at a run-down place right round the corner. Needless to say, the staff did not offer any compensation at all. We ended up calling the police but they refused to treat this case a theft and did not bother to issue any certificate for us to claim travel insurance as they "do not believe this was a case of theft". Worst yet, the staff were giggling at us at the back. This is pure discrimination towards foreigners and I find it really appalling by the rudeness I have been treated by both the staff and the police. Most of the five stars comments are likely fake and the discrimination against foreigners are legit. The staff and police should be ashamed of themselves at the very least.

+1 to those saying this might be the best out of the three and you might want to spend a good time here given the higher prices compared to the other two. But I can imagine though that these might get crowded if there will be too much people. And I guess that’s the reason why they stop admitting people past 8pm. Also saw a theft review here ? Separate lockers for shoes, valuables, and clothes are provided so I don’t know how it happened.

Wonderfull onsen, well maintained good dressing room and shower area. Several inside and outside baths aswell as a hot! Sauna. Quite big and modern layout. The outside area is green and has a good vide. Has a little cafe offering a selection of drinks there is also a shop on site.

Nice, well kept, & centrally located! This water was a bit more acidic than I like - actually “stung” my skin. At first I thought it was the heat or that I somehow hurt my skin along the way only to realize that I’m a bit sensitive to this water’s mineral mixture.

Is that the best onsen in Kusatsu!? It might is! The baths are all excellent and there are many kinds. I was lucky and could enjoy the outdoor bath under the snow, at night. There is also an area with many baths, all of different temperatures for you to challenge. Absolutely lovely and recommended.

源泉の温度に近い46℃の温泉も楽しめます。 入浴料900円。 You can also enjoy a 46 ° C hot spring close to the source temperature. Bathing fee is 900 yen.

This traditional performance originated from the practical need to cool Kusatsu’s extremely hot spring water, and has evolved into a cultural show performed three times each in the morning and afternoon. Tickets go on sale 30 minutes before each performance, and you can find discount coupons on their website to save some money on admission. The performance itself is quite fascinating and definitely worth experiencing once if you’re visiting Kusatsu. It’s an interesting glimpse into how practical necessity became cultural tradition, and makes for an enjoyable way to learn about the area’s hot spring heritage while being entertained.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Kusatsu Onsen(hot springs) ‘Yumomi to odori’ (traditional cooling water ceremony and dance). This was my first trip to Kusatsu and I genuinely had no idea what the Yumomi show involved; there were a lot of people lining up to see it, so we decided that it must be worth lining up for. First we lined up to purchase our tickets which were 700 yen per person. Then we joined a new line which was for the next show. It was a pleasant autumn day, with lots of young people lining up, so people watching kept us entertained. When the show started I learnt that the temperature of the hot spring water in Kusatsu is 50 degrees and a unique dance with wooden paddles had been created to cool the water down. We enjoyed the show which is added drawcard to an already popular hot spring town, it is a bit of fun, a bit of culture and a good money spinner for the town.

We visited Netsunoyu in Kusatsu to watch the traditional Yumomi performance, located right beside the Yubatake. The natural spring water in Kusatsu is extremely hot, so the locals use large wooden paddles to cool the water by stirring it in rhythm. Instead of adding cold water and changing the mineral balance, this method preserves the quality of the onsen. The performance was both educational and enjoyable. The Yumomi dancers sang folk songs while demonstrating the technique, and the atmosphere was lively and welcoming. It was a meaningful look into Kusatsu’s unique onsen culture. Definitely worth experiencing if you are visiting Kusatsu Onsen.

Fun experience to try out the traditional method on cooling the 50C onsen water. I had a lot of fun doing it, and the staff helped on taking videos and photos as well. That was very helpful, especially since I'm a solo traveler. Later the evening I watched the performance as well.

The entrance fee is 700 yen. There is a timetable. The whole performance is about a half hour long. Foreigners can’t really understand this simple performance, but it’s mainly about some methods to cool down the temperature in the old day, and also some history background’s introduction.

Great show! Come visit and watch. The show takes about 30 minutes so if you're there for a short period of time, at least try to catch a glimpse of the first 5-10 minutes to get the essence of it.

If you visit the website, there is a 50 yen off coupon, which could be helpful for people ordering in larger groups. Discounts tend to add up! Its a good idea to check the show times available on your day beforehand as well. You can purchase tickets 30 minutes before each show time at the ticket window. People start lining up around then as well, and being toward the front of the line will give you better choice of your seat. We enjoyed the show, but it is entirely in Japanese, so reconsider if that will bother you. There was a dance at the beginning, then a long talking portion with some audience participation, and finally the two yumomi demonstrations with singing. It was interesting, but not something I would see more than once personally.

Right by the Yubatake in a central location. Shoes should be taken off immediately at the entrance. This wasn’t obvious to me as there was no mat or signs of shoes. Place your shoes in a free locker and take the key. Entrance is ¥800 for adults, you will be charged extra if you didn’t bring your own towel. The interior design is very well executed and the lighting also gives a relaxing vibe. The changing rooms have hairdryer and 2 products (for the hair?). It was very dark and gloomy in the actual onsen. Not in an atmospheric way unfortunately but the water temperature was quite hot. There were 3 baths. I tried 2 of them. The first was extremely hot, the second was a temperature similar to other onsen I have been to. The relaxation area on the second floor is spacious and has nice views of the Yubatake and plaza just outside. Tattoos are OK/allowed.

Very clean and neat hot spring. So nice to have a very quiet resting room after enjoying hot spring. **Free WiFi**

My family and I had a wonderful experience in this onsen. The onsen was clean, quiet when we visited as it was a weeknight. It was the most rested I've felt in a long while.

No private onsen Only public Next to the theater

Super small. Only has 2 baths. Inside is loud because of the echo. It was dark without windows so I got bored quickly. If you want a quick onsen experience, then it is worth seeing, but there are so many other better options

Visited on Jan 8, 2019: I visited a lot onsen in kusatsu and every single one has their own Charme, its hard to vote for the best. Some of them are super modern and some has the style of the old times. I love them all.

Really enjoyed the experience in this bath house. It was very clean, tidy and there are lockers to put your shoes away whilst there are other lockers near the baths for your valuables. It’s best not to bring too much in with you. You do need to bring your own towel but towels are available for purchase but only big enough to tie your hair up. As an overseas visitor, bath houses are a concept that isn’t at all a thing at home, so it was a bit intimidating on what to do. Also as someone with tattoos, I had no issues being accepted in. Other guests may have been put off by a foreigner in there, but I am appreciating the culture as well as the area itself. Can’t really visit without trying it out once. The water itself was hot which was nice to relax in- feeling all the stresses wash away. There was 4 baths in the same room and I was able to use one by myself for a little while. Did have to wait for the other facilities to be free such as the wash station but not for too long.

Rare Animals and Wonderful Experiences after Onsen This place has an amazing collection of rare animals! I was absolutely stunned by the global butterfly collection and specimens. The variety was incredible. We had some truly unique experiences, like feeding the Japanese macaques in their free-range enclosure, and getting to touch an armadillo at the petting area (Fureai-kan). I highly recommend it as a daytime stop after checking out of your accommodation, especially if you're in the area enjoying the onsen (hot springs) in Kusatsu. Walking distance from the Bus Terminal (central area) of Kusatsu. Whether you're visiting with family or as a group of adults, if you have any interest in animals, you'll love this place. My family could easily have spent more than two hours here!

It is a sad and heartbreaking sight. Animal welfare authorities (if exist in Japan at all) should be concerned. Place runs since 1970, but is seemingly in total decline. Animals have zero enrichment, they look lethargic and sad. Some enclosures are ridiculously small.

Mixed feelings- having just seen many of the same species in the San Diego zoo- exciting to get so incredibly close but heartbreaking to see such deprived housing. Reviews say its like a prison. Prepare for Incredibly hot inside. Price was 1300 a person. Conditions are dirty too. Im still recovering from seeing an owl in a small birdcage.

I don't recommend to visit until the owners/local government invest some money to improve the animals' conditions. I had tears in my eyes most of the time and didn't finish the whole area.

A very sad place with the owners apparently not concerned about animal wellbeing at all. 😓 Most of the large variety of animal species are held in inhumane conditions, in tiny cages, with no enrichment. This place should have been long closed but somehow it goes on for over 50 years. And people still give it 4-5 stars (??). Poor little creatures.

What an amazing zoo!! You can see lots of rare animals/ reptiles here. And you can even interact with/ touch some of them! Tho the facilities are a bit old, I can see that the staff are paying great effort in taking care of the animals. They wrote detailed descriptions and drew cute pictures about the animals. I had a good time here indeed!

The state of this place is deplorable. Animals are locked in tiny cages, it’s dirty and do not reflect their habitat. They were shifting from side to side, missing fur and feathers. If you love animals, then do not come here. We cried watching them.

Nice medium sized temple that is located directly beside the main town square center. There is a long visible staircase but there is a shorter one directly behind the entrance at the top that is not visible from there bottom. There is an easier but more lengthy road route that goes around the side. If you drive there is a parking lot at the top. There is a nice 5 story pagoda at the top as well.

The legend of Kosenji Temple is related to the discovery of Kusatsu Onsen. It is said that in 721, the monk Gyoki discovered Kusatsu Onsen and founded the temple here. In 1200, the lord of Kusatsu built the main hall of Kosenji Temple. The main hall looks like a building that has been renovated in recent years. The Shakado Hall next to it was built in 1703. It is a small temple with an ancient flavor, guarding this hot spring town. The main hall of Kosenji Temple enshrines Yakushi Nyorai, and is known as one of the three major hot spring pharmacists in Japan, along with Arima Onsen Onsenji Temple in Kobe and Yamanaka Onsen Ioji Temple in Kaga.

Lovely little temple nearby the town center up the stairway. It has a tower and several walkways to explore around.

This temple is located right next to the large parking garage and the station/visitor center. Quite small, but had pretty seasonal plants and a small office that does goshuin. When we visited, the pagoda was under construction. There is a large staircase leading down to the yubatake.

This is the temple beside the Yubatake Onsen. Its so nice. Mang Japanese are coming over to pray here

This Shrine and Pagoda complex has an excellent view of the entire town of Kusatsu and especially the Yubatake. Away from most of the foot traffic in the area, it provides a nice serene spot for reflection and appreciation of the entire atmosphere of the town. It is open 24/7, and at night is well lit for easy navigation, as well as excellent night time photographs and reflection. For anyone unfamiliar with seeing Torii Gates, Pagodas, or Buddhist temples, this is an excellent addition to your stop in town!

Nice little temple complex just north of Yubatake, up some steps. Includes a five storey pagoda and a small pond.

Absolutely loved Sainokawara Open Air Onsen – we enjoyed it so much, we went twice in one day! The morning visit was already amazing, but we were pleasantly surprised to find out there’s a mixed-gender session in the evening, which made the experience even more special. The view of nature surrounding the onsen was stunning, and the onsen itself is incredibly spacious – one of the largest open-air onsen we’ve been to. A must-visit if you're in Kusatsu.

It was my first time visiting here! I love the wider space here but the water wasn’t that clean and a lot of mosses. I don’t think taking bath during the midafternoon is a good idea. It’s bit hot and feeling slimy due to seaweed there. Since tons of people were there, water wasn’t not clear so recommended to go there early in the morning. Water is a bit salty and a cool experience for sure but there’s no shower so be aware of that! Other than that, enjoy! Cheers 🥂

This is my second favourite onsen in the area. There is only one pool area so the temperature selection is limited. The further you move away from the source the less hot it is, but it's still hot everywhere you go because it's just one pool. Important to note that there is no shower or rinse off area. I highly recommend to go on a day with a mix of sun and rain. This is my favourite onsen when it's raining.

Amazing onsen with a scenic view. There is only a locker room and a large bath (no individual showers or washing areas). I recommend preparing a 100 yen coin for the locker.

It's an outdoor hot spring with blue sky view and fresh air. When you sit in the water too long and feel too hot, you can stand up for the cold breeze. In winter, the onsen is surrounded by snow, and some of the soft snow even falls from the roof, creating an amazing experience. I highly recommend it. There's no place to shower. Bring your own towel to dry yourself.

It cost ¥800 to enter but well worth it. There is no proper shower place just a gallon of water with some small bucket to splash yourself. Bring your own (big & small) towel. Can be purchased but more pricey. Toliets are available. The onsen is very big also the size a basketball court. Surrounded my nature its very peaceful and relaxing in this public bath. Quite a walk up to this public bath but the scenery was beautiful.

Nice open air onsen to soak after walking around the park. You can pay for entrance with card, but if you want to use lockers, have a 100 yean coin ready.

Beautiful shine a bit uphill and off the way from the town center. However, it was on route from my accommodation to the town center. It has the most beautiful cleansing booth i have seen in a long while. Very colorful and flower filled

Small shrine tucked up above the Kusatsu town area via a long flight of stairs. The grounds are very pretty and were empty when we visited. It was peaceful. The shrine office seemed very small and was closed. The best part of this shrine were the rhododendron subg. hymenanthes flowers in full bloom (early May 2023). Goshuin are available until 4pm at a nearby restaurant if the shrine office is closed. There are four shrines in the area with goshuin, all are paper only. If you purchase all four, you get a discount. I didn't care for the designs much personally, they seemed cheap and touristy.

Small but nice shrine hidden up a long flight of stairs. There is also a wooden bulletin board to write down your wishes/prayers.

Shrine and location are great but there are only printed Goshuin stamps and they are still 500 yen each. Such a shame...

Small but peacefully beautiful especially with snow.

Nothing spectacular. No atmosphere. .

(Translated by Google) You have to climb a lot of stairs. It doesn't bother me, but if you're worried about sweating, it's best to go early. You can get there by simply detouring a little from the main path, so if you're sightseeing, be sure to stop by. If it's autumn, you can also enjoy the autumn leaves. (Original) めっちゃ階段を登ります。 私は気にならないですが、汗をかくのが気になる方は 早めに行っておいたほうがいいかと思います。 通り道から少しそれるたけでいけるので 観光に来た方は是非よってみてください。 紅葉シーズンだと紅葉も楽しめました。

Bus terminal where regional buses from Tokyo and Karuizawa end up. There is a waiting area and ticket office, tourist information center, and a few restaurants. Taxi stand in front.

A very good bus terminal, with helpful and efficient ticket information and sales staff. The location is within walking distance from the main attractions. It also has a charming free foot onsen.

To take a bus, you need to purchase a ticket at the ticket office located on the second floor. As of October 2023, they accept only cash.

You get local tour bus and the bus for ski resort from here.Long distance buses also run from here for Kuriazawa, Tokyo etc. The staff is very helpful 😃. The place also has toilets, souvenir shop, restaurant and is walking distance from Yubakata.

Convenient with accessible facilities for elderly or people with physical limitations.

Traditional ryokans in Kusatsu have relatively early check-out times yet buses do not depart until mid-afternoon. It was very rainy on my departure day so I was a bit stressed out at having to wait 4, 5 hours at the cramped bus terminal to leave. Turns out there is a very spacious library on the 3rd floor of the bus terminal that offers plenty of comfortable seating.

Good station

Be careful. If you ever fell down or are 40 plus or do not exercise avoid Zipline activity as you may end up with a herniated disc. This is a general word of caution and not specific to the Zipline at this venue.

(Translated by Google) I went to Kusatsu Onsen on a trip. There are various activities that both adults and children can enjoy. There was no wait because I arrived before 1pm, but after that the reception area gradually became crowded. We recommend Kusatsu Onsen BanZip TENGU, which has a total length of 500m, a height difference of 108m, and a maximum speed of 70km/h. It costs 2,500 yen including the Pulse Gondola Tengu ride, but it's worth the ride. I think it's a little scary when you look down on it from above, but when you actually experience it, it feels really good. It's a little scary at the beginning and at the end, but you'll want to experience it over and over again. My daughter asked for it again, but it was a reasonable amount so she decided on something else. Then on to the mountain cart. It takes 30 minutes, but you can go back and forth about 6 to 7 times. It's surprisingly thrilling to drive at speed. It doesn't hurt if I fall, so it's not a problem. However, the pony lift when climbing can be quite painful. I think it would be difficult for heavy adults. I think if you go with your family, you will be quite satisfied. (Original) 草津温泉に旅行の際行きました。 いろんなアクティビティがあり大人も子供も楽しめます。 13時前に到着したせいか、待ちはありませんでしたが、その後は次第に受付が混み合ってきました。 お勧めは草津温泉BanZip TENGU、全長500ｍ、高低差108ｍ、最高速度70kｍ/hですね。 パルスゴンドラ天狗乗車料金込みで、2500円となりますが、乗る価値あります。 上から見下ろすとちょっと恐いかなと思いますが実際体験してみると気持ちいいの一言です。 最初のスタート時と、最後はちょっと怖いですが、何回も体験したくなります。 娘がもう一度と、おねだりされましたが、そこそこの金額なので他のものに。 その後、マウンテンカートに。 30分ですが、６回から７回くらいは行き来出来ます。スピードを出すと意外とスリルがあります。転んでも痛くは無いので問題ないですが。 ただ、登る時のポニーリフトは、かなり手が痛くなってきます。体重の重い大人たちは大変かと思います。 家族で行くと、結構満足できるかなと思います。

(Translated by Google) It seems to have just rained, and there is a leak in the gondola, so you can't sit in the direction of travel. I wonder if they do a daily inspection. The swing staff seem to have nothing to do, and are engrossed in their smartphones, so they don't notice when customers go by. I wonder if it's okay to use your smartphone in front of customers while working, and they don't seem to care that the chairs are wet. If they have the time, I think they should at least wipe it down after a customer gets off for the next customer. 600 yen for a single seater, 1200 yen for a double seater. Am I the only one who thinks there should be a discount for the double seater if it's the same amount of effort? Other than the zip line staff, the staff were very sloppy. (Original) 雨上がりらしくて、ゴンドラの中に雨漏り並んで進行方向に座れない　日常点検しているのでしょうか ブランコの係員は、暇らしくて、スマホに夢中で客が行っても気がつかない。業務中に客が見えるところでスマホしているのがありなのか、椅子が濡れていても気にしていない 暇ならば客が降りたら次の客のために、乾拭きくらいしても良いと思います 1人乗りで600円2人乗りで1200円　労力が同じなら2人乗りは割引があってもいいような気がするのは私だけでしょうか？ ジップラインの係り員以外は、とても雑でした。

(Translated by Google) I visited around 11:40 on Saturday, August 30th. After filling out an application form and waiting in the designated line for about five minutes, I first paid (2,500 yen) and stored my valuables in a free locker and everything else on a designated shelf. Next, I put on a harness and boarded a gondola to go to the launch pad. Once the harness was connected to the cable, I was told to stretch my legs, and after a countdown, we were launched. It went pretty fast and was exhilarating, but it didn't slow down near the anti-launch pad, and after passing a little, it slowed down with a big bang. I turned back, passed the dismounting pad again, and returned to the dismounting pad, and the platform under my feet rose up. Once my feet were on the ground, I stood up and removed the cable from my harness. Finally, I returned to the reception desk and unhooked my harness, and that was it. (Original) ８月３０日(土)11:40頃に訪問した。申込書に記入して、指定された列で5分ほど待って、先ず会計(2,500円)をして、貴重品を無料ロッカーに、その他は専用の棚に預ける。次にハーネスを装着して、ゴンドラに乗って発射台に行く。ケーブルにハーネスを接続すると、足を伸ばすように言われ、カウントダウンの後、発射する。結構なスピードが出て爽快だが、高射台付近では減速せず、少し通り過ぎてガツンッとした衝撃で減速した。引き返して、もう一度降車台を過ぎた後に降車台に戻ると、足元の台が上がってきた。足が付いたところで、立ち上がり、ケーブルをハーネスから外した。最後に受付に戻ってハーネスを外して終了しました。

(Translated by Google) 2nd day at Kusatsu Onsen... This is also my 3rd time playing Vanzip Tengu at Tenguyama Play Zone 😅 It used to be a lift, but the gondola and the floor are skeletons 😆Maybe because of this, the 1000 yen lift fee? I feel like it wasn't there before. I think it's difficult to use ski resorts in the summer. I want you to do your best🎶 (Original) 草津温泉2日目… 天狗山プレイゾーンで、バンジップ天狗こちらも、なんだかんだ3回目😅 以前はリフトだったが、ゴンドラしかも床が、スケルトン😆このせいか1000円のリフト代？ 以前は無かったような気がする。 スキー場の、夏場の利用方法大変だと思う。 頑張ってもらいたい🎶

(Translated by Google) I went there on the weekend. I visited in the morning thinking it would be less crowded, but it was empty. Probably because the ski resort had just finished, there were no attractions other than the zip line. disappointing. It costs 2,000 yen for adults, fill it out on a piece of paper and hand it over to the receptionist. Foreigners came right away, but I was surprised that the staff were able to have normal conversations with them. I guess there are more visitors here than in English-speaking countries. Once we have enough people, we get into the car and head to the top of the mountain. The top speed seems to be around 70km/h. 3 stars because it was a bit expensive and other attractions didn't do it. (Original) 週末に行ってみました。混まない時間帯と思って午前中に訪問したらガラガラで良かったです。時期がスキー場が終わったばかりなのか、ジップライン以外のアトラクションはやってませんでした。残念。大人2000円で紙に記入して受付の方へ。すぐに外国人の方々が来たのですがスタッフの方が普通に会話出来てたのにびっくりでした。やはり英語圏より来場者が多いんでしょうね。人数が纏ったら車に乗り込み山頂まで。最高速度が70kmぐらいでるようです。ちょっとコスト高だったのと他のアトラクションがやってなかったので星3

(Translated by Google) It's a little far from Yubatake, and there aren't many people. [Zipline] BanZip TENGU, price is 2,000 yen including lift fee (1,200 yen for elementary school students). Before the zipline equipment, you can leave your luggage in a coin locker 🛅, and the small one is free and the middle one costs 100 yen. Take the lift and go down on the zipline. It takes G for the first 3 seconds, but after that it feels good, you can feel the wind, and I don't think it's scary. On the other hand, the lift is scarier...😳It shakes a lot... (Original) 湯畑からちょっと遠い、人が少ない。【ジップライン】BanZip TENGU、料金はリフト代込みで2,000円(小学生1,200円)。ジップライン装備前、荷物をコインロッカー🛅で預けて、小は無料、中は有料100円。リフトを乗ってジップラインで降りる。最初の3秒はGがかかる、後は気持ちいいのほうですね、風を感じて、怖くないと思います。逆にリフトのほうが怖い...😳結構揺れる...

Just found out that there is Mount Kusatsu, I always go to the hot springs. Today we arrived at Mount Kusatsu. It's a shame because it's foggy and the weather isn't good, you can't see the sulfur, the road is being repaired, and the parking lot is closed, a little below there is a place to park, there are wild blueberries growing on the rocks, the area is really beautiful and amazing, you can feel the clouds and sky very close. I'll come again.

Great view, splendid drive.

Went there on a cloudy rainy day with mist obscuring the distance peaks. The drive up is quite scary with hair pin turns and there are sections with strong hydrogen sulphide smell coming through the cracks in the ground.

Off limits to hikers since 2018 volcanic eruption 🌋

Mt,Shirane claim from the parking about 20minutes very hard.But very beautiful lake waiting for you.the lake color emerald green very beautiful!

Beautiful

This Place Is Heaven of Earth to Me..❤️

Lovely cafe with nice coffee. Cheese toast was simple but delicious. Pancake was good too. The view of watching people walking was really enjoyable.

A small museum featuring an ex-comedian Tsurutaro who spent over 30 years drawing in this region. The entrance fee could be a bit pricey for its size but this place allowed me to see a different side of the celebrity. His style is based on simplicity and is easy to understand. It would be great if it had English translation as he often incorporates poetry into his art.

The caligraphy style paintings are unique. It's a large and impressive exhibit from the same artist!

An amazing cafe to spend some time people watching. The cafe also has a store to buy souvenirs. I had the matcha latte and a cake and it was a good snack.

Good atmosphere. I bought maple pancake and coffee set only 1100 yen. It’s very nice

I like the view of this cafe. There is also an art museum inside where you can buy some art souvenirs and make it by yourself too

Go early and you’ll be rewarded with a beautiful view and a quiet, peaceful place to enjoy your coffee. Their latte is excellent and needs no sugar.

An amazing cafe to spend some time people watching. The cafe also has a store to buy souvenirs. I had the matcha latte and a cake and it was a good snack.

Good atmosphere. I bought maple pancake and coffee set only 1100 yen. It’s very nice

I like the view of this cafe. There is also an art museum inside where you can buy some art souvenirs and make it by yourself too

Great place to stop by. Considering the space, there is a great collection of art to see.

Go early and you’ll be rewarded with a beautiful view and a quiet, peaceful place to enjoy your coffee. Their latte is excellent and needs no sugar.

The caligraphy style paintings are unique. It's a large and impressive exhibit from the same artist!

A small museum featuring an ex-comedian Tsurutaro who spent over 30 years drawing in this region. The entrance fee could be a bit pricey for its size but this place allowed me to see a different side of the celebrity. His style is based on simplicity and is easy to understand. It would be great if it had English translation as he often incorporates poetry into his art.

Probably the worst customer service I’ve run across, to date, in Japan. Information center staff were abrasive, at best. The facility was as expected.

There is a free clean restroom.

Lots of information on Kusatsu landmarks and touristy attractions.

Library on 2nd floor and warm

useful place for tourism

(Translated by Google) This is a tourist association attached to Kusatsu's public transportation bus stop and pool. This is where most events will be posted. On the main topic, we also carry goods by Yuina Kusatsu, a local hot spring girl. As you would expect from a popular hot spring area, items tend to go out of stock or out of print quickly, and some items are hard to come by, so be sure to purchase as soon as possible. (Original) こちらは、草津の公共交通機関であるバス乗り場、プール、に併設されている観光協会となります。イベントの発信も大体はこちらからですね。 本題と致しましては、こちら、当地温泉むすめの草津結衣奈ちゃんのグッズも取り扱いがあります。流石に人気温泉地、欠品、絶版も早く、少なからず手に入らないものもあります故、お買い求めはお早めに。

(Translated by Google) There are Hot Spring Girls merchandise for sale, but no co-branded alcohol. (Original) 有販售溫泉少女的商品，不過沒有聯名酒款。

We were heading to Karuzawa. The bus terminal is old, you have to buy the bus ticket on the second floor. It is about 2240 yen one way. It runs about even 20 mins. It's a pink bus and platform 7.

Clean bus station. There are bus go to Tokyo, Takasaki, Omiya, etc. You can save up to half of the price going to Tokyo compare with using Shinkansen.

The bus station for in and out Kusatsu.

Efficient, clean, functional and punctual!

(Translated by Google) Maybe the escalator or elevator is broken. It's really dangerous to take the stairs from the second floor to the first floor with your luggage and watch the elderly people go down the stairs. It's a popular tourist attraction. Why don't you find someone to repair the public facilities immediately if they break down? (Original) 也許是手扶梯或是電梯壞了，拿著行李從二樓走樓梯到一樓，看著老人家下樓梯真的有些危險。熱門景點，怎麼公共設施壞了沒立即找人檢修呢？

(Translated by Google) Kusatsu Onsen reached by bus from Karuizawa on the old Kusagaru Railway route From the bus terminal, there are express buses to Tokyo and bus routes to Naganohara Kusatsuguchi Station on the Azuma Line, and you can also purchase JR line tickets via the Azuma Line. There is also a restaurant inside the terminal, giving it an irresistible Showa-era bus terminal feel. The best part about hot springs is that everyone comes by bus or train and goes home making a lot of noise. It feels like a private car There isn't one. (Original) 軽井沢から旧草軽鉄道ルートを走る路線バスで辿り着いた草津温泉 バスターミナルからは東京方面への高速バス、吾妻線長野原草津口駅へのバス路線があり吾妻線経由のＪＲ線切符も購入可能。ターミナル内には食事処もあって昭和なバスターミナル感がたまらない 温泉ってバスや電車でみんなワイワイやってきてわいわい騒いで帰っていくってのが醍醐味ですよね 自家用車って感じじゃ ないんだよな

(Translated by Google) The bus waiting area isn't that big, so it might be better to kill time somewhere else. (Original) バスの待合場所はそこまで広くないので別の所で時間潰したほうがいいかもしれません。

(Translated by Google) A valuable experience unique to the forest. Although the children were scared, they took on the Fairy Stage challenge with great enthusiasm, and in the end they seemed to have a great sense of accomplishment. I think it was a great value for money activity, with safety-conscious equipment and appropriate coaching. There seems to be a fixed number of seats for each start time, so reservations must be made at the reception desk in the hotel village on the day of the event. (Original) 森の中ならではの貴重な体験。 子供達は怖がりながらハイテンションでフェアリーステージに挑戦し、最終的にはかなりの達成感があったようです。 安全配慮された設備と適切なコーチング等あり、コスパに優れたアクテビティだったと思います。 スタート時間毎に定員が決まっているようなので、当日ホテルヴィレッジ内の受け付けで予約が必要です。

(Translated by Google) The elementary school-aged brothers seemed to have a lot of fun! Parents could cheer them on from below. There seems to be an advanced course for those over 140cm tall! (Original) 小学生兄弟、とても楽しそうに参加しました！親も下から応援できます。140センチ以上になると、上級コースもあるようです！

(Translated by Google) Located on the premises of the hotel village. This time I participated in the master stage. It went relatively smoothly including explanations and I completed it in an hour, but it's best not to take it lightly. For someone who doesn't exercise regularly, it's a bit of a SASUKE. When I applied, I was imagining a mountain version of park athletics, but my arms will definitely be sore tomorrow (lol) The course is on top of a tree, so I was a little scared of the height at first, but maybe because I focused on completing the course or because I got used to the height, I no longer felt scared of the height. Of course, safety is our top priority, so the staff will not force you to do anything. You can proceed with your own choices. It is highly recommended for people who want stimulation as it allows them to experience something out of the ordinary. By the way, the master stage is quite difficult, and you have to set the lifeline on the wire yourself, so I think it's best for children in the upper grades of elementary school or above to participate. Even if an adult participates with you, each person will take turns on the tree, so you won't be able to physically stay with them. For those who are worried, you can now enjoy the Fairy Stage where you can stay safe. (Original) ホテルヴィレッジの敷地内にあります。 今回はマスターステージに参加しました。 説明込みで割と順調に進み1時間でクリアしましたが甘く見ないほうがいいです。 普段運動をしてない人からすると、ちょっとしたSASUKEです。 申し込み時は山バージョンの公園アスレチックをイメージしてましたが、明日は間違いなく両腕が筋肉痛です(笑) 木の上がコースなので最初は高さにビビりますが、コースをクリアすることに集中したからか高さに慣れたからなのか高さの怖さはほとんど感じなくなりました。 当たり前ですが、安全第一なのでスタッフさんから無理強いされることはありません。自分の選択で進んでいけます。 非日常体験ができるので刺激が欲しい人にはかなりオススメです。 ちなみにマスターステージは、なかなかハードなのと、命綱は自分でワイヤーにセットしていくので、小学校高学年以上からの参加がいい気がします。大人の方が一緒に参加しても木の上では1人ずつ順番に進むので、物理的に付きっきりになれません。 心配な方には命綱を外さないフェアリーステージを楽しめるようになってました。

(Translated by Google) Four people participated: two parents and two daughters in their 20s. I stayed at Hotel Kusatsu Village and took on the challenge. The tree adventure here was interesting! I've tried this challenge several times in other places, but it didn't seem as scary as this.The kids had a lot of fun. It was quite a thrill. I want to go again! (Original) 親2人と20代の娘2人の4人で参加。ホテル草津ヴィレッジに宿泊してチャレンジしました。ここのツリーアドベンチャーは面白かったです！他のところで何度かチャレンジしたことがありますが、ここまで怖くなかったような‥子供達もとても楽しんでいました。結構スリルありました。また行きたいです！

(Translated by Google) *Located in the Village Hotel complex* This time I participated in the Master Stage. The test was relatively easy with explanations, and I completed it in about an hour, but it's best not to take it lightly. For someone who doesn't exercise regularly, this is a bit like Sasuke. When I applied, I was imagining a hilly version of track and field in a park, but tomorrow my arms will definitely be sore (ha ha). The course is high up in a tree, so I was a little afraid of the height at first, but perhaps because I was focused on completing the course or because I had gotten used to the height, I wasn't afraid anymore. *Of course, safety is our top priority*, so the staff won't force you to do anything. You can progress at your own pace. *Some important points:* - The test may seem easy, but it requires concentration and effort. - The course is designed to be challenging, especially for those who aren't regularly physically fit. - Safety is paramount, so you can progress at your own pace without feeling pressured. *An exciting and challenging experience:* If you're looking for an exciting and challenging experience that allows you to push your limits, this may be a good option for you. Just remember that safety is paramount, so don't feel pressured to do more than you can handle. (Original) *Ubicado en el complejo del Hotel Village* Esta vez participé en el Master Stage. La prueba se desarrolló con relativa facilidad con explicaciones y la completé en una hora, pero es mejor no tomarlo a la ligera. Para alguien que no hace ejercicio regularmente, esto es un poco como Sasuke. Cuando solicité, imaginaba una versión montañosa del atletismo en un parque, pero mañana mis brazos definitivamente estarán doloridos (ja ja). El curso está en lo alto de un árbol, así que al principio me dio un poco de miedo la altura, pero tal vez porque me enfocaba en completar el curso o porque me acostumbré a la altura, ya no me daba miedo. *Por supuesto, la seguridad es nuestra máxima prioridad*, por lo que el personal no te obligará a hacer nada. Puedes avanzar a tu propio ritmo. *Algunos puntos importantes:* - La prueba puede parecer fácil, pero requiere concentración y esfuerzo. - El curso está diseñado para ser desafiante, especialmente para aquellos que no están en forma física regularmente. - La seguridad es lo más importante, por lo que puedes avanzar a tu propio ritmo sin sentirte presionado. *Una experiencia emocionante y desafiante:* Si buscas una experiencia emocionante y desafiante que te permita superar tus límites, este puede ser un buen opción para ti. Solo recuerda que la seguridad es lo más importante, así que no te sientas obligado a hacer más de lo que puedes.

(Translated by Google) I went to the master course with my girlfriend. Even though I usually exercise, there were some parts that I had trouble with. (She almost cried in the middle, but she made it to the end) It took about an hour and a half depending on the number of people and the pace, but I was able to clear it. If you go to the back, you can go around at your own pace, so if you are not confident in your physical strength, you can go around the back without being rushed. (You will be asked at the first start) I don't get to play this kind of physical play as an adult, so it was fun and I have fond memories. I would like to come back someday when I have children and grow up. (Original) 彼女と2人でマスターコースに行きました。 普段運動をしている私でもなかなか手こずる箇所が何箇所かありました。(彼女は途中で泣きそうになってましたが、最後まで回れました) 人数やペースの関係で1時間半くらいかかりましたが、クリアできました。 後ろの方だと自分のペースで回れるので、体力に自信がない方は後ろの方が急かされずに回れると思います。(最初のスタートの時に聞かれます) あまり大人になってからこういった体を使う遊びはできないので、楽しかったですし、いい思い出になりました。 いつか子供ができて大きくなったらまた来てみたいです。

(Translated by Google) I didn't stay at the hotel village, but brought my junior high school girl and elementary school boy. It's a good idea to bring gloves and comfortable shoes when participating. You can buy it without it, but it's a little expensive. The location of Forest Stage is near the bathing facility of the hotel village called Therme Therme, so it's easy to find if you set it on Google Maps. There is a parking lot in front of it, and a Lawson convenience store across the street. You can easily find the Forest Garden sign from the parking lot and continue walking through the forest. If you go on the right side of Therme Therme, you will see the forest garden fairy course and the meeting place hut on the right side, and if you go straight, you will see the hotel and there is a Pikachu statue (?) at the entrance. Once inside, there is a hotel reception area and a game corner, and except for the morning, applications are made at the bowling alley reception desk. Regarding the reception process, it seems that reservations cannot be made in advance, as applications are only accepted on the day of the event. From 8:30 on the day of the event, a special reception will be set up on the garden (entrance) side of the building where the bowling alley reception is located, where you will fill out the necessary information and apply. The start time is not set immediately after applying, but is set depending on the day and is selected at the time of application. On the Saturday in October that we attended, the Fairy Course (height 140cm or less) was held every hour (9:00~, 10:00~, 11:00~, etc.), and the Master Course (height 140cm and over) was held every 2 hours ( (9:00~, 11:00~, 13:00~, etc.). Payment is made at this time, and the price is different for guests and outsiders. You can use GOTO paper coupons or electronic coupons for payment. It seems like people have to put on harnesses and prepare 15 minutes before the meeting, and the explanation starts when the time is right. Here are my impressions from my family. Junior high school girls chose the Master Course (3,800 yen), and elementary school boys chose the Fairy Course (1,800 yen). Both of them have experienced athletics wearing similar harnesses in Chiba Prefecture. The starting point of the Fairy Course was at the same height as the play equipment at a kindergarten or elementary school, or for example, about the same height as a second-floor balcony, but the elementary school boy successfully completed the Fairy Course without any hesitation. Parents are required to accompany the child, but I was fine watching from below. One staff member per group was there to give advice, so we did our best while being encouraged. At the end of the fairy course, there was a part where there was no foothold and I had to grab the harness from which I was hanging and move quickly to the next tree, and I was quite scared of that part. It seems like it would be difficult without a foothold. But somehow they managed to get over that point and seemed to enjoy the long Tarzan ride to the longest goal. There were staff here who accepted me and were kind. The problem is the master course. First, there will be an explanation for about 30 minutes. After that, in order to make the flow smoother, we will start with those who seem to be faster, such as those with experience or adults. However, my misfortune began when my junior high school girl was nominated by the staff to be number 1 because she had experience. Normally, you would gain experience by using a different route for Master Course participants in the Fairy Course (A to E Course) area, and then move on to a level course (F Course ~) that is about 3 stories high across the road. I wanted to go there, but it was crowded that day, so I skipped the Fairy Course and suddenly started on the F Course, which was as tall as a third-floor balcony. The first one was a course where the ropes were 10cm long and lined up like a skipping rope, so it was okay, but the second one suddenly had no foothold and grabbed the harness hanging me with both hands, and suddenly I felt like Tarzan. The junior high school girl was intimidated by the lack of footholds and the height, and ended up getting stranded. But instead of retiring right away, I decided to let the person behind me go ahead and observe the others before deciding whether to retire or take on the challenge. However, once I got scared, I was no longer able to do it, so I went back to the starting point, got off the ladder, and retired. Most of the adults were okay, but the other middle school age girls were too scared to take on the challenge, so they tried their best to keep up with the challenge, and the other boy ended up retiring. Therefore, if your child is a junior high school student or younger and is sensitive to heights or lacks courage, we recommend that you consult with them. I think college students and adults will probably be able to enjoy it without any problems. It happened to be a crowded day at my house, and the starting position was suddenly quite high, and the course was very difficult, like Tarzan, and since I was the first in the group, I didn't know the trick, so I thought it was scary. Maybe it was just a combination of bad luck that made me unable to do it. However, after this, I went back to the fairy course and had her do the master course within the fairy course, and let her choose at the turning point whether to proceed to the F course or finish it. I finished playing Tarzan and had a somewhat successful experience before I finished, so I was glad that the two hours ended on a fun note. According to the staff, there are many cases where children cry and cannot get off the Fairy Course, and the staff goes to help them. Both courses are high and scary, so please be careful when participating. (Original) ホテルヴィレッジに宿泊せず、中学生女子と小学校男子を連れて行ってきました。 参加するときは手袋と履きやすい靴があるといいです。 無くても買えますがちょっとお高めです。 フォレストステージの場所ですが、テルメテルメというホテルヴィレッジの入浴施設の近くにあるので、Google Mapで設定していくとわかりやすいです。 その前に駐車場があり、通りを挟んでコンビニのローソンがあります。 駐車場からフォレストガーデンの看板がすぐに見つかり、森の中を通り付けていきます。テルメテルメの右側を進むと右手側にフォレストガーデンのフェアリーコースと集合場所の小屋があり、まっすぐ進むとホテルが見えてきて、入り口にピカチュウの像(？)があります。 中に入るとホテルの遊ぶ系の受付やゲームコーナーがあり、朝イチ以外はボーリング場の受付で申し込みをします。 受付の仕方ですが、当日のみ申し込みのみになるので、前もって予約はできないようです。 当日の8:30からボウリング場の受付がある建物の庭側(入り口)側に特設の受付ができるので、そこで必要事項に記入をして、申し込みをします。 開始時間は申し込みをしてすぐではなく、その日によって設定されていて申し込みの時に選びます。 私たちが参加した１０月の土曜日はフェアリーコース(身長140cm以下)は１時間毎(9:00～、10:00～、11:00～等)、マスターコース(140cm以上)は２時間毎(9:00～、11:00～、13:00～等)にから選びました。 代金はこの時に支払いをし、宿泊客と外部からで値段が違います。 支払いにはGOTOの紙クーポンも電子クーポンも使えます。 集合は１５分前でハーネスをつけたり準備をするみたいで、時間ぴったりになると説明が始まります。 ここからはわが家の感想です。 中学生女子はマスターコース(3800円)、小学生男子はフェアリーコース(1800円)にしました。 ２人とも千葉県にある同じようなハーネスをつけてのアスレチックは経験済みです。 フェアリーコースのスタート地点が幼稚園や小学校にある遊具くらい、例えるとだいたい2階のベランダくらいの高さでしたが、小学生男子はギャーギャー言いながら無事にフェアリーコースをクリアしました。 保護者は同伴が基本ですが私は下から見守りで大丈夫でした。スタッフさんが集団につき１人付いてくれてアドバイスしてくれたので、励まされながら頑張りました。 フェアリーコースの最後の方に足場がない、自分が吊り下げられているハーネスを掴んで、シャーっと隣の木に移動する箇所があり、そこをかなり怖がっていました。足場がないとやっぱり辛いみたいです。 でもなんとかそこを越えて、一番長いゴールまでのロングターザンは楽しかったみたいです。ここは受け止めてくれるスタッフさんがいて、優しかったです。 問題はマスターコースです。 まずはじめに３０分くらい説明があります。 その後に流れをスムーズにするために経験者や大人など早そうな人から順にスタートします。が、うちの中学生女子が経験者なのでスタッフさんに指名されて１番になってしまった所から不運が始まりました。 普通ならフェアリーコース(A～Eコース)のエリアで違うマスターコース参加者用のルートを使って経験を積んでから、道路を挟んだ高さが３階くらいあるレベルのコース(Fコース～)に行くみたいなのですが、この日は混み合っていて、フェアリーコースを飛ばしていきなり体感的に３階のベランダくらいの高さがあるFコースからスタートになりました。 １つ目は縄が10cm感覚で縄跳びのように並んでるコースだったのでなんとか大丈夫だったのですが、２つ目がいきなり足場がなく自分を吊ってるハーネスを両手で掴んで、シャーっとターザンのように隣の木に移動するコースで、足場がないのと高さに中学生女子は怖じ気づいてしまい、立ち往生してしまいました。 でもすぐにリタイヤをしないで、後ろの人に先に進んでもらって、他の人を観察してからリタイヤするかチャレンジするか判断することにしました。が、やっぱり一度怖くなってしまったらもう本人的にダメだったみたいで最初の場所まで戻ってはしごを降りてリタイヤしました。 大人はだいたい大丈夫でしたが、他の中学生くらいの女子も怖くてなかなかチャレンジできず、どうしようどうしよう言いながらなんとかチャレンジし、もう１人の男子はリタイヤしてました。 なので、中学生くらいまでのお子さんは高さに弱かったり、度胸がない場合はよく相談することをお勧めします。 大学生や大人ならたぶん問題なく楽しめると思います。 たまたまわが家が、混んでる日でスタート位置がいきなりかなりの高さだったことと、難易度の高いターザンみたいなコースだったこと、グループの１番目だったのでコツがわからなくて一度怖いと思ったらできなくなったと言う不運が重なっただけかもしれないですけどね。 ただ、このあとフェアリーコースに戻って、フェアリーコースの中のマスターコースをやらせてもらい、Fコースに進むか終わらせるかの分岐点で本人に選ばせて、下の子と同じフェアリーコース最後の簡単なターザンをやって終わらせて、一応成功体験をしてから終わりにしたので、楽しい気持ちで２時間終わったのが良かったです。 スタッフさんの話によるとフェアリーコースでも泣いて降りられなくて、スタッフさんが助けに行く事が多々あるみたいです。 それくらい、どちらのコースも高さがあって怖いので参加するときはお気をつけくださいね。

It is a beautiful place. The view is awesome at night. It feels so nice to drink in from of this place. You can see a lot of stores here. And there is convenience store too. It is the most beautiful onsen place that I have ever seen in Japan

PSA: IT SMELLS LIKE ROTTEN EGGS But the view is as beautiful as the pictures make it to be. In fact, I'd say pictures don't do it justice as to how beautiful and lovely the atmosphere actually is. Please go visit, it's just large enough.. not too big where you feel like you can't explore the whole area. Also not too small where you get bored after 30 minutes to an hour.

Kusatsu Onsen is one of the most atmospheric onsen towns we have visited. The highlight was the Yubatake (hot water field) in the town centre. Seeing the steam rise at night was beautiful and calming. The walk along the nearby shopping street was enjoyable, with many small shops and snacks to explore at a relaxed pace. The whole area felt safe, clean and easy to navigate. A wonderful place to unwind and enjoy the onsen town ambience. Highly recommended for both first-time and returning visitors.

This is an enchanting town full of public hot baths (onsens). There are also a lot of public foot baths. It is a place to stroll with your own Yukata (traditional wear) entering into different hot baths. Don't miss an evening walk around town and the center as it is illuminated beautifully

Very big landmark of this onsen city where surrounded by shops, restaurants, temple and hotels. Also have some spots to do the foot spa (onsen). We can smell the onsen water mineral. Really impressed

This location is one of the attractions of Japanese hot springs (onsen). It is not far from Osaka. It is very unique. You can enjoy a complimentary foot spa or public hot springs during your visit.

An amazing place to visit! The color of the water and the sulfur collection process are fascinating to see. Around the area, you’ll find many hand baths and foot baths, along with plenty of shops and food stands. A great spot to explore and relax.

The volcano got angry and won’t let people climb it anymore. Still cool to look at from a distance

Still closed end of June 25 :( Nice sight though.

A crater lake near the Mt Kusatsu shirane. It is not possible to visit it currently (2022 March) as the area is restricted due to increased volcanic activity. The emerald green water of lake is acidic in nature.

The whole area is closed for no reason. Overly anxious.

Very good

(Translated by Google) After nearly 15 years, I drove to the highest point of Japan's National Highway 292 again. From Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma Prefecture to Yudanaka Onsen in Nagano Prefecture, the journey is about 45 kilometers. The scenery of the plateau arrow bamboo and cedar forest along the way is amazing. There are also many lakes and natural trails for tourists to relax. I remember that Kusatsu Shirane Mountain Yukama was open to tourists to climb to the top to see the crater lake. The color is very blue and spectacular. Many tourists went up the mountain. My child accidentally fell and was injured at the top of the mountain. Thank you for the immediate assistance of kind people in Japan. However, the volcanic eruption in the past few years has forced the most unique volcanic geological landscape along the route to be closed due to warnings. In July 2025, when driving through this area, safety considerations prevented us from stopping and taking pictures, so I wrote an article to thank the kind people who helped us at this attraction. (Original) 相隔近15年後再度自駕來到日本國道最高點292公路，從群馬縣草津溫泉到長野縣湯田中溫泉，路程約45公里，沿途高原箭竹及杉林景色令人驚嘆，也有不少湖沼、自然步道可供遊人遊憩散策。 記得之前草津白根山湯釜還有開放遊客登頂觀看火口湖，顏色非常湛藍也很壯觀，有不少遊客上山，我的小孩還不小心在山頂跌倒受傷，感謝日本好心人士的即時援助。 不過前幾年的火山噴發使得沿線最獨特的火山地質景觀因警戒而不得不關閉，2025.07.開車經過這一帶時安全考量並不能停留及拍照，因此就撰文感謝曾經在此景點幫助我們的好心人。

(Translated by Google) Yugama is a crater lake on Mount Shirane, an active volcano in Kusatsu Town, Agatsuma District, at 2,160 meters above sea level. It's often referred to as Mount Kusatsu-Shirane to distinguish it from other Shirane mountains. It's also sometimes referred to as Mount Shirane, a collective term for the three mountains, including Ainomine and Mount Moto-Shirane, with Mount Moto-Shirane at 2,171 meters above sea level being the highest peak. However, since Mount Moto-Shirane's 2018 eruption and the resulting disaster, both Yugama and Mount Moto-Shirane are off-limits. I've visited Yugama several times before, with many visitors climbing from the parking lot of the rest house along National Route 292. Once I reached the observation deck, I remember being stunned for a moment by the mystical sight of the otherworldly white rock crater walls and the highly acidic, emerald-green lake water. Yugama was once a major tourist attraction in Kusatsu, so I'm sure many people hope it will somehow become accessible again. However, Mount Ontake, which also suffered extensive damage from the volcanic disaster, has built evacuation shelters and huts and has reopened the core area except for a few restricted areas.In contrast, if Yugama were to be reopened, I think it would be quite difficult, as it would be flooded with tourists in a much larger number than just serious Mount Ontake climbers. (Original) 湯釜は、吾妻郡草津町にある活火山である標高2,160mの白根山の火口湖で、他の地域に有る白根山と区別するために草津白根山と呼ばれることが多いです。また、逢ノ峰と本白根山を含めた三山の総称として白根山と呼ばれることもあり、その場合は標高2,171mの本白根山が最高峰になります。しかし、2018年の本白根山の噴火とそれによる災害の以降は、湯釜も本白根山も立ち入り禁止です。 以前に何度か湯釜を訪れたことがあり、多くの方々が国道292号線沿いのレストハウスの駐車場から登っており、展望所にたどり着くとまるで別世界のように感じる白い岩肌の火口壁と強酸性のエメラルドグリーンの湖水の神秘的な姿に、しばし立ちすくんだ覚えです。 湯釜は、かつては草津観光の目玉でしたので、何とか訪問可能になって欲しいと願う方たちは多いと思います。しかし、同じく火山災害で多大な被害の出た御嶽山は避難シェルターや避難小屋を整備して一部の立ち入り禁止場所を除いては核心部は解禁されたのに比べると、湯釜を解禁した場合は「御嶽山のガチ登山勢のみ」とは桁違いの観光客が押し寄せると思いますので、なかなか難しいのだと思います。

(Translated by Google) Next to a stone monument with the words ``Wata no Yu'' engraved on it, there was a streetscape from the Edo period written on it, so I thought it must have been a hot spring inn or a stopover hot spring, but I looked it up. ``Suwa-sama'' is the god of a married couple (Takeminakata-no-Mikoto and Yasakato-no-Mikoto), but one day the couple gets into a fight. Yasakato no Mikoto (wife), who decided to live separately from Suwa Taisha/Kamisha, where they lived together, to Suwa Taisha Shimosha, springs up in the precincts of Kamisha, which she had used every day up until then. The ``hot spring'' was poured into a bucket and soaked in ``cotton'' to prevent it from spilling on a boat trip. It is said that a ``hot spring'' gushed out from the place where the ``cotton'' was placed after getting off the boat. It is said that this place was revered as ``Wata-no-Yu'' and ``God-Yu'', and that ``shrine maidens'' also bathed there, but if someone with an evil heart or impure thoughts entered, the hot springs would immediately become cloudy. is. (Reference: Legend of Shimosuwa Watanoyu) Nowadays, there is a ``stone ball rotating fountain'' that spins around, but is it a hot spring? I wonder if it was. It is said that a wholesale store for the Nakasendo Shukuba-juku was later opened in this location, indicating that it must have been a central presence in Suwa's logistics. (Original) 『綿の湯』と彫られた石碑の横に、江戸時代の街並みが書かれていましたので、てっきり温泉宿か立ち寄り温泉があったのかと思いましたが、調べてみると。 『諏訪様』は夫婦（タケミナカタノミコトとヤサカトノミコト）の神様なのですが、ある時夫婦喧嘩をしてしまいます。 共に暮らしていた『諏訪大社・上社』から『諏訪大社下社』に別居を決意した『ヤサカトノミコト（奥さん）』は、それまで毎日のように使っていた『上社』の境内に湧き出る『温泉』を桶に汲み、船旅でもこぼれない様に『綿』に浸み込ませました。 舟から降り『綿』を置いた場所からも『温泉』が湧き出たそうです。その場所こそが『綿の湯』　『神の湯』として崇められ、『巫女さん』なども入ったそうですが、邪な心や穢れた考えを持った者が入るとたちまち温泉が濁ったそうです。（参照・下諏訪綿の湯伝説） 今では『石玉回転噴水』が置かれていてクルクルと廻っていますが、温泉？だったかな。 此の場所は後に中仙道宿場宿の問屋場が開かれたそうで、諏訪の物流の中心的な存在であったで在ろう事が伺えます。

(Translated by Google) Long ago, Yasakatomenokami, the wife of Takeminakata-no-kami, the enshrined deity of Suwa Myojin, moved from the land of Kami-sha to the land of Shimo-sha. When I left, I dampened cotton with hot spring water and made it into a ``yudama'' to bring with me. When I arrived at Shimosha and put the ``yutama'' in my hand here at Shimo-Suwa-juku, a hot spring gushed out, giving it the name ``Wata no Yu.'' It is said that when an unscrupulous person took a bath, the spout became cloudy, and the ``clear cloudiness of the spout'' is counted as one of the seven wonders of Shimosha. The current ``Wata no Yu'' was demolished due to its age and merged with ``Yusen House/Koyu'', but the source remains as is and a monument has been set up. - (Original) そも昔、諏訪明神の祭神「建御名方神(たけみなかたのかみ)」のお妃「八坂刀売神（やさかとめのかみ）」が、上社の地から下社の地にお移りの時、温泉を綿に湿し、「湯玉」にしてお持ちになった。下社に到着し、手にしていた「湯玉」を、ここ下諏訪宿に置いたところ、コンコンと温泉が湧き出したことから、「綿の湯」と名付けられました。やましい者が入浴すると湯口が濁ったといい、「湯口の清濁」は下社七不思議の一つに数えられています。現在の「綿の湯」は、老朽化のため取り壊され、「遊泉ハウス・児湯」と合併したが、源泉はそのまま、モニュメント設置されて残されています。ー

(Translated by Google) 2025.4.17.AM.☀️Kinoshita Yokomachi, Shimosuwa Town🚶‍♀️‍➡️ “Wata no Yu”♨️ Near the ruins🚶‍♀️🌸Cherry blossom viewing🌸Walking…🚶‍➡️🚶‍➡ ️🚶‍➡️ The weather was nice and I couldn't see a single cloud ✌️ Everywhere you go around Lake Suwa 🌸 Cherry blossoms 🌸 are in full bloom ❣️ The best time to see them is until this weekend 🎶👍 (Original) 2025.4.17.AM.☀️下諏訪町横町木の下🚶‍♀️‍➡️『綿の湯』♨️跡付近🚶‍♀️を🌸お花見🌸散歩…🚶‍➡️🚶‍➡️🚶‍➡️いい天気で雲一つ見当たらなかったわぁ✌️諏訪湖周辺はどこへ行っても🌸桜🌸満開だねー❣️今週末までが見頃だねー🎶👍

(Translated by Google) Shimo-Suwa Onsen♨️At the foot of Suwa Taisha Shimosha (Akimiya/Harumiya), this is the site of Watanoyu♨️. It is also the confluence point of the old Nakasendo and the old Koshu Kaido. (👀📷️✨I forgot to take it 😅) This area has an abundant amount of hot water, and the hot spring water gushes out from the source♨️. The townscape is well maintained, and there are hot springs ♨️ all along the roads. ⛩️Visit Suwa Taisha Shrine, hot springs♨️, Stroll around Lake Suwa🚶 It’s a tourist spot 😙 ✨ (Original) 下諏訪温泉♨️諏訪大社下社(秋宮・春宮)のお膝元で綿の湯♨️跡地です。 旧中山道・旧甲州街道の合流地点でもあります。(👀📷️✨取り忘れましたが😅) この地は湯量が豊富で源泉♨️からはこんこんと熱い温泉が涌き出ています。 町並みも整備され、街道沿いも至るところで温泉♨️が出ています。 ⛩️諏訪大社にお参り・温泉♨️・諏訪湖を散策🚶 観光スポット😙ですね✨

(Translated by Google) A large ball rests on top of the source and floats around. Long ago, the deity of Suwa Myojin soaked the cotton he used daily in hot water to make ``yutama'' and brought it to the lower shrine of Suwa Taisha Shrine, where hot springs gushed out from the place where he placed the yutama. This hot spring is sacred, and it is said that if an unscrupulous person entered the hot spring, it would be touched by the wrath of the gods and the spout would become cloudy, and the ``clear cloudiness of the hot spring'' is counted as one of the seven wonders of Shimosha. On the wall, there are reliefs from when Shimosuwa-juku was bustling. (Original) 源泉の上に大きな玉が乗っていてふわりと浮いて回っています。その昔、諏訪明神の神様が日頃使っていた綿にお湯に浸して「湯玉」を作って諏訪大社の下社まで持ってきたところ湯玉を置いた場所から温泉が湧き出したということです。この温泉は神聖なもので、やましい者が入ると神の怒りに触れて湯口が濁ったと伝わり「湯口の清濁」は下社の七不思議に数えられています。 壁には下諏訪宿の賑わっていた時のレリーフが設置されています。

(Translated by Google) Hot springs are gushing out. The story is interesting, and Yasakatomenokami, the wife of Takeminakata-no-kami, the deity enshrined at Suwa Taisha Shrine, used cosmetic hot water to dampen a cotton ball. It is said that when he brought it to Shimosha, a hot spring gushed out from where he placed the hot water ball. The stone monument ``Wata no Yu'' is written by Rokusuke Ei. Even if you have a tight travel schedule and don't have time to take a leisurely soak in a hot spring, experiencing the hot springs that gush out here will make you interested in the history of this place and remind you of the ancient times. I wonder. (Original) 熱い温泉がどんどん湧き出ている。そのいわれは面白く、諏訪大社御祭神の建御名方神（たけみなかたのかみ）のお妃様の八坂刀売神（やさかとめのかみ）が、化粧用の湯を綿に湿らせ湯玉として下社にお持ちになった時、その湯玉を置かれた所から温泉が湧いた、とのこと。石碑「綿の湯」は永六輔の字。 旅の予定がタイトで、ゆっくり温泉に入る時間がない時も、ここで湧き出す温泉に触れることで、この土地の歴史に興味を持ち、太古の昔に思いをはせるきっかけになるのではないだろうか。

(Translated by Google) It looks like the site of some kind of hot spring, but it's interesting because there are hot springs all over the place. (Original) 何かの温泉の跡地のようであるが普通にこの辺りは温泉があちこち沸いているので面白い。

Good view but a hard place to get there.., there are some bells to avoid bears in the forest. When we were tracking, another group said that they saw a small bear..

Drove by where Google maps took us but the entrance was blocked and there was no parking either.

Lovely walk down hill to a stunning waterfall. Autumnal leaves were spectacular and glimpses of the valley through them. A nice diversion from the busy town... an onsen to relax after the walk? Actual name is Ousen waterfall

There is nothing there at the given location.

(Translated by Google) If you use a navigation system, you can only get there if you access from the east. Park your car in the parking lot and walk for 20 minutes (outbound) and 40 minutes (up). There are ski poles at the entrance, so you should use them. I think it's best to wear sneakers at least for your feet. (Original) ナビを使う場合は、東からのアクセスにしないとたどり着けません。駐車場に車を置いて、往路(下り)20分、復路(上り)40分の歩きです。入り口にスキーのストックがおいてありますので、使った方がいいです。足は最低スニーカーが望ましいかな。

(Translated by Google) wonderful. The autumn leaves are spectacular in the area of ​​maple trees. I guess Ousen is my aunt's hermit. (Original) 素晴らしい。 カエデの群生地で紅葉見事。 オウセンはおばさんの仙人といういみかな。

(Translated by Google) I'm glad I went. It's about 30 minutes on the way out. A zigzag path descends through the forest with good visibility. I was told to be careful of bears, so I attached a bell and struck the stock from time to time. Wearing rain boots was the best way to get to the waterfall. Isn't it common for rocks to turn red due to iron-rich water? I think so. (Original) 行って良かったです。往路で30分位かな。ジグザグの道で見通しいい林を下って行きます。熊に注意と言う事なので、鈴をつけて、時々ストックを打ちならしました。滝の元まで行くには長靴が正解でした。鉄分の多い水で岩が赤くなっているのはあまり無いかな？と思う。

A quiet but very important museum that shares the awful conditions that Leprosy patients were subjected to. Everything is in Japanese aside from a small English guide, but Google Translate was good enough for me to read most of the exhibits. Highly recommend to anyone in the area! Free entry.

(Translated by Google) A museum where you can learn about the harsh isolation conditions of Hansen's disease patients at the time. Looking back on those days through video footage, it was content that made me want to cover my eyes. It is true that fighting against an unknown pathogen must have been difficult for medical workers, but even more so, I am moved by the treatment of patients and their families. I have no choice but to go here. (Original) ハンセン病患者さん達の当時の過酷な隔離状況が学べる資料館。 映像資料で当時を振り返りますが目を覆いたくなるなる内容でした。 確かに未知の病原体との戦いは医療従事者の方々も大変だったでしょうが、それ以上に罹患者や家族の扱いに心を打たれます。 此処は行くしかないですね。

(Translated by Google) Kusatsu is a good place to visit once... If you come to Kusatsu, please stop by at least once. I first heard about it on the sign at the exit of the bus terminal, rented a car from Toyota Car Share next to the terminal, changed my plans, and went there. It's about 15 minutes by car. It's free, but transportation is difficult. Even if you take a taxi, you will need to call one for your return trip. The content is as per the website, so I will omit it. First, we will watch a history video for about 20 minutes. The words ``Ignorance and prejudice lead to discrimination'' were memorable. Don't forget. There are people who live right outside the building, so it is important to be aware of what you say and do outside the building. Inside the museum, the staff will enthusiastically provide detailed explanations. If you look at it quickly, it will take about 30 minutes, but if you look at it carefully, it will take 2-3 hours. Why are there still sanitariums even though it is a curable disease? When I had this question, I asked the person in charge, and she explained the situation carefully. The country that took away his life, the doctors who led the charge, and the ignorant people need to reflect greatly. If posterity does not know about it, it will not be possible to reflect on it. I think the government should at least provide more free transportation and more notices to let people know. If we don't turn our eyes away from the dark history, know the truth, apply it to this world, and pass it on to future generations, it will repeat itself forever. The site is located 5 minutes away by car. (Original) 草津良いとこ一度はおいで・・・ 草津に来たら一度はお立ち寄りください。バスターミナル出口の看板で初めて知り、ターミナル横のトヨタカーシェアで車を借り、予定を変更して赴きました。車で15分程度です。無料ですが交通が難です。タクシーで行っても帰りは呼ぶ必要があります。 内容はサイトのとおりですので省きます。 始めに20分程度で歴史ビデオを見ます。「無知と偏見が差別を生む」という言葉が印象的で した。忘れてはならない。 館外すぐ近くでお住いの方がいらっしゃるので、館外での言動はわきまえることが必要です。 館内では係の方が熱心に詳しく解説してくれます。 さっと見たら30分強でしょうが、じっくり見たら2-3時間です。 治る病になったのになぜまだ療養所があるのか？という疑問が沸き、係の方に伺ったら丁寧に事情を説明してくれました。人生を奪った国、主導した医師ら、無知な国民は大いに反省が必要です。後世が知らなければ反省ができません。知らせるためにも、せめて国は無料送迎と告知をもっと出すべきではないかと思います。 何事も黒歴史から目を背けず、真実を知り、現世に活かし、後世に伝えなければ、いつまでも繰り返されます。 車で5分のところに現地跡があります。

(Translated by Google) Visited on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, after 2:00 PM Free parking available on site Free admission Spend time: Approximately 1 hour First, watch a 25-minute video about leprosy, followed by an 8-minute video about the intensive care unit. Then, explore the partially restored, life-size intensive care unit and various other materials. I knew almost nothing about leprosy, but starting with the video made it easy to understand. The area surrounding the museum is still a residential area, so access to the surrounding area is restricted. (Original) 2025/07/30(水)14時過ぎ訪問 敷地内無料駐車場あり 入館無料 滞在時間約1時間 最初に25分くらいのハンセン病についての映像、その後8分？くらいの重監房についての映像を観てから、実寸で一部復元された重監房や様々な資料を観て回れる。 ハンセン病について全くといっていいほど無知だったけれど、映像から入ったからかわかりやすかった。 今も資料館の周りのエリアは居住エリアになっているので周囲への立ち入りが制限されている。

(Translated by Google) While visiting Kusatsu Onsen, we visited the museum with our family of three children, one from junior high school and one from upper and lower elementary school, for a little study. We watched a 20-minute children's video, saw a replica of an actual prison cell, and got a real sense of how high the walls were. It was a great experience. By the way, the path from the road to the museum is gravel. (Original) 草津温泉のついでに、中学と小学高学年、低学年の家族で少し勉強の為訪問しました。 子供向けのビデオを20分程みて、実際の監房のレプリカをみて、壁の高さを実感。 いい経験になりました。 ちなみに、道路から資料館までは砂利道です。

(Translated by Google) Ever since I learned about leprosy, I've wanted to visit the area at least once. However, when I learned that such a history lies behind Kusatsu's glamour, I was deeply saddened. As I was touring the area, the exact time the coronavirus outbreak occurred crossed my mind. (Original) ハンセン病の存在を知ってから、一度は訪れてみたいと思っていました。 が、草津の華やかさの裏に、このような歴史もあったのかと知ると、とても心が痛みました。 見学していてコロナが出た当のことが頭をよぎりました。

(Translated by Google) You can learn about leprosy and the issues of prejudice and discrimination against it. Admission is free, and after watching two videos of about 25 minutes and 8 minutes each, you can freely explore the museum. There are displays of recreated prison cells, excavated artifacts, and panels with valuable testimonies from those involved. There are several videos, and it will take just under three hours to see everything except the first two. The area surrounding the Prison Cell Museum is very quiet, as it is close to a national sanatorium, and all areas are off-limits except for the museum. If you are interested, I recommend taking your time to explore the museum on your own. (Original) ハンセン病やハンセン病への偏見や差別の問題について知ることが出来ます。入館は無料で、最初に２５分と８分程度の２つの映像を見た後、館内を自由に見学できます。重監房の再現展示や出土遺物、関係者の貴重な証言のパネルなどがあります。映像はいくつかあり、入館後の２つ以外を全部見るには３時間弱掛かると思います。重監房資料館の近隣は国立の療養所があるのでとても静かな場所で、資料館以外は全地域立ち入り禁止です。ご興味のある方は１人でゆっくり見学するのがオススメです。

(Translated by Google) It's quite a thrill as you slide on the trees. There are over 30 in total and it is authentic. (Original) 木の上で滑るので結構スリルがある。 全部で30以上あって本格的。

(Translated by Google) The elementary school-aged brothers seemed to have a lot of fun! Parents could cheer them on from below. There seems to be an advanced course for those over 140cm tall! (Original) 小学生兄弟、とても楽しそうに参加しました！親も下から応援できます。140センチ以上になると、上級コースもあるようです！

(Translated by Google) Located on the premises of the hotel village. This time I participated in the master stage. It went relatively smoothly including explanations and I completed it in an hour, but it's best not to take it lightly. For someone who doesn't exercise regularly, it's a bit of a SASUKE. When I applied, I was imagining a mountain version of park athletics, but my arms will definitely be sore tomorrow (lol) The course is on top of a tree, so I was a little scared of the height at first, but maybe because I focused on completing the course or because I got used to the height, I no longer felt scared of the height. Of course, safety is our top priority, so the staff will not force you to do anything. You can proceed with your own choices. It is highly recommended for people who want stimulation as it allows them to experience something out of the ordinary. By the way, the master stage is quite difficult, and you have to set the lifeline on the wire yourself, so I think it's best for children in the upper grades of elementary school or above to participate. Even if an adult participates with you, each person will take turns on the tree, so you won't be able to physically stay with them. For those who are worried, you can now enjoy the Fairy Stage where you can stay safe. (Original) ホテルヴィレッジの敷地内にあります。 今回はマスターステージに参加しました。 説明込みで割と順調に進み1時間でクリアしましたが甘く見ないほうがいいです。 普段運動をしてない人からすると、ちょっとしたSASUKEです。 申し込み時は山バージョンの公園アスレチックをイメージしてましたが、明日は間違いなく両腕が筋肉痛です(笑) 木の上がコースなので最初は高さにビビりますが、コースをクリアすることに集中したからか高さに慣れたからなのか高さの怖さはほとんど感じなくなりました。 当たり前ですが、安全第一なのでスタッフさんから無理強いされることはありません。自分の選択で進んでいけます。 非日常体験ができるので刺激が欲しい人にはかなりオススメです。 ちなみにマスターステージは、なかなかハードなのと、命綱は自分でワイヤーにセットしていくので、小学校高学年以上からの参加がいい気がします。大人の方が一緒に参加しても木の上では1人ずつ順番に進むので、物理的に付きっきりになれません。 心配な方には命綱を外さないフェアリーステージを楽しめるようになってました。

(Translated by Google) Four people participated: two parents and two daughters in their 20s. I stayed at Hotel Kusatsu Village and took on the challenge. The tree adventure here was interesting! I've tried this challenge several times in other places, but it didn't seem as scary as this.The kids had a lot of fun. It was quite a thrill. I want to go again! (Original) 親2人と20代の娘2人の4人で参加。ホテル草津ヴィレッジに宿泊してチャレンジしました。ここのツリーアドベンチャーは面白かったです！他のところで何度かチャレンジしたことがありますが、ここまで怖くなかったような‥子供達もとても楽しんでいました。結構スリルありました。また行きたいです！

(Translated by Google) *Located in the Village Hotel complex* This time I participated in the Master Stage. The test was relatively easy with explanations, and I completed it in about an hour, but it's best not to take it lightly. For someone who doesn't exercise regularly, this is a bit like Sasuke. When I applied, I was imagining a hilly version of track and field in a park, but tomorrow my arms will definitely be sore (ha ha). The course is high up in a tree, so I was a little afraid of the height at first, but perhaps because I was focused on completing the course or because I had gotten used to the height, I wasn't afraid anymore. *Of course, safety is our top priority*, so the staff won't force you to do anything. You can progress at your own pace. *Some important points:* - The test may seem easy, but it requires concentration and effort. - The course is designed to be challenging, especially for those who aren't regularly physically fit. - Safety is paramount, so you can progress at your own pace without feeling pressured. *An exciting and challenging experience:* If you're looking for an exciting and challenging experience that allows you to push your limits, this may be a good option for you. Just remember that safety is paramount, so don't feel pressured to do more than you can handle. (Original) *Ubicado en el complejo del Hotel Village* Esta vez participé en el Master Stage. La prueba se desarrolló con relativa facilidad con explicaciones y la completé en una hora, pero es mejor no tomarlo a la ligera. Para alguien que no hace ejercicio regularmente, esto es un poco como Sasuke. Cuando solicité, imaginaba una versión montañosa del atletismo en un parque, pero mañana mis brazos definitivamente estarán doloridos (ja ja). El curso está en lo alto de un árbol, así que al principio me dio un poco de miedo la altura, pero tal vez porque me enfocaba en completar el curso o porque me acostumbré a la altura, ya no me daba miedo. *Por supuesto, la seguridad es nuestra máxima prioridad*, por lo que el personal no te obligará a hacer nada. Puedes avanzar a tu propio ritmo. *Algunos puntos importantes:* - La prueba puede parecer fácil, pero requiere concentración y esfuerzo. - El curso está diseñado para ser desafiante, especialmente para aquellos que no están en forma física regularmente. - La seguridad es lo más importante, por lo que puedes avanzar a tu propio ritmo sin sentirte presionado. *Una experiencia emocionante y desafiante:* Si buscas una experiencia emocionante y desafiante que te permita superar tus límites, este puede ser un buen opción para ti. Solo recuerda que la seguridad es lo más importante, así que no te sientas obligado a hacer más de lo que puedes.

(Translated by Google) I went to the master course with my girlfriend. Even though I usually exercise, there were some parts that I had trouble with. (She almost cried in the middle, but she made it to the end) It took about an hour and a half depending on the number of people and the pace, but I was able to clear it. If you go to the back, you can go around at your own pace, so if you are not confident in your physical strength, you can go around the back without being rushed. (You will be asked at the first start) I don't get to play with my body like this until I'm an adult, so it was fun and gave me good memories. I would like to come back someday when I have children and grow up. (Original) 彼女と2人でマスターコースに行きました。 普段運動をしている私でもなかなか手こずる箇所が何箇所かありました。(彼女は途中で泣きそうになってましたが、最後まで回れました) 人数やペースの関係で1時間半くらいかかりましたが、クリアできました。 後ろの方だと自分のペースで回れるので、体力に自信がない方は後ろの方が急かされずに回れると思います。(最初のスタートの時に聞かれます) あまり大人になってからこういった体を使う遊びはできないので、楽しかったですし、いい思い出になりました。 いつか子供ができて大きくなったらまた来てみたいです。

(Translated by Google) I didn't stay at the hotel village, but brought my junior high school girl and elementary school boy. It's a good idea to bring gloves and comfortable shoes when participating. You can buy it without it, but it's a little expensive. The location of Forest Stage is near the bathing facility of the hotel village called Therme Therme, so it's easy to find if you set it on Google Maps. There is a parking lot in front of it, and a Lawson convenience store across the street. You can easily find the Forest Garden sign from the parking lot and continue walking through the forest. If you go on the right side of Therme Therme, you will see the forest garden fairy course and the meeting place hut on the right side, and if you go straight, you will see the hotel and there is a Pikachu statue (?) at the entrance. Once inside, there is a hotel reception area and a game corner, and except for the morning, applications are made at the bowling alley reception desk. Regarding the reception process, it seems that reservations cannot be made in advance, as applications are only accepted on the day of the event. From 8:30 on the day of the event, a special reception will be set up on the garden (entrance) side of the building where the bowling alley reception is located, where you will fill out the necessary information and apply. The start time is not set immediately after applying, but is set depending on the day and is selected at the time of application. On the Saturday in October that we attended, the Fairy Course (height 140cm or less) was held every hour (9:00~, 10:00~, 11:00~, etc.), and the Master Course (height 140cm and over) was held every 2 hours ( (9:00~, 11:00~, 13:00~, etc.). Payment is made at this time, and the price is different for guests and outsiders. You can use GOTO paper coupons or electronic coupons for payment. It seems like people have to put on harnesses and prepare 15 minutes before the meeting, and the explanation starts when the time is right. Here are my impressions from my family. Junior high school girls chose the Master Course (3,800 yen), and elementary school boys chose the Fairy Course (1,800 yen). Both of them have experienced athletics wearing similar harnesses in Chiba Prefecture. The starting point of the Fairy Course was at the same height as the play equipment at a kindergarten or elementary school, or for example, about the same height as a second-floor balcony, but the elementary school boy successfully completed the Fairy Course without any hesitation. Parents are required to accompany the child, but I was fine watching from below. One staff member per group was there to give advice, so we did our best while being encouraged. At the end of the fairy course, there was a part where there was no foothold and I had to grab the harness from which I was hanging and move quickly to the next tree, and I was quite scared of that part. It seems like it would be difficult without a foothold. But somehow they managed to get over that point and seemed to enjoy the long Tarzan ride to the longest goal. There were staff here who accepted me and were kind. The problem is the master course. First, there will be an explanation for about 30 minutes. After that, in order to make the flow smoother, we will start with those who seem to be faster, such as those with experience or adults. However, my misfortune began when my junior high school girl was nominated by the staff to be number 1 because she had experience. Normally, you would gain experience by using a different route for Master Course participants in the Fairy Course (A to E Course) area, and then move on to a level course (F Course ~) that is about 3 stories high across the road. I wanted to go there, but it was crowded that day, so I skipped the Fairy Course and suddenly started on the F Course, which was as tall as a third-floor balcony. The first one was a course where the ropes were 10cm long and lined up like a skipping rope, so it was okay, but the second one suddenly had no foothold and grabbed the harness hanging me with both hands, and suddenly I felt like Tarzan. The junior high school girl was intimidated by the lack of footholds and the height, and ended up getting stranded. But instead of retiring right away, I decided to let the person behind me go ahead and observe the others before deciding whether to retire or take on the challenge. However, once I got scared, I was no longer able to do it, so I went back to the starting point, got off the ladder, and retired. Most of the adults were okay, but the other middle school age girls were too scared to take on the challenge, so they tried their best to keep up with the challenge, and the other boy ended up retiring. Therefore, if your child is a junior high school student or younger and is sensitive to heights or lacks courage, we recommend that you consult with them. I think college students and adults will probably be able to enjoy it without any problems. It happened to be a crowded day at my house, and the starting position was suddenly quite high, and the course was very difficult, like Tarzan, and since I was the first in the group, I didn't know the trick, so I thought it was scary. Maybe it was just a combination of bad luck that made me unable to do it. However, after this, I went back to the fairy course and had her do the master course within the fairy course, and let her choose at the turning point whether to proceed to the F course or finish it. I finished playing Tarzan and had a somewhat successful experience before I finished, so I was glad that the two hours ended on a fun note. According to the staff, there are many cases where children cry and cannot get off the Fairy Course, and the staff goes to help them. Both courses are high and scary, so please be careful when participating. (Original) ホテルヴィレッジに宿泊せず、中学生女子と小学校男子を連れて行ってきました。 参加するときは手袋と履きやすい靴があるといいです。 無くても買えますがちょっとお高めです。 フォレストステージの場所ですが、テルメテルメというホテルヴィレッジの入浴施設の近くにあるので、Google Mapで設定していくとわかりやすいです。 その前に駐車場があり、通りを挟んでコンビニのローソンがあります。 駐車場からフォレストガーデンの看板がすぐに見つかり、森の中を通り付けていきます。テルメテルメの右側を進むと右手側にフォレストガーデンのフェアリーコースと集合場所の小屋があり、まっすぐ進むとホテルが見えてきて、入り口にピカチュウの像(？)があります。 中に入るとホテルの遊ぶ系の受付やゲームコーナーがあり、朝イチ以外はボーリング場の受付で申し込みをします。 受付の仕方ですが、当日のみ申し込みのみになるので、前もって予約はできないようです。 当日の8:30からボウリング場の受付がある建物の庭側(入り口)側に特設の受付ができるので、そこで必要事項に記入をして、申し込みをします。 開始時間は申し込みをしてすぐではなく、その日によって設定されていて申し込みの時に選びます。 私たちが参加した１０月の土曜日はフェアリーコース(身長140cm以下)は１時間毎(9:00～、10:00～、11:00～等)、マスターコース(140cm以上)は２時間毎(9:00～、11:00～、13:00～等)にから選びました。 代金はこの時に支払いをし、宿泊客と外部からで値段が違います。 支払いにはGOTOの紙クーポンも電子クーポンも使えます。 集合は１５分前でハーネスをつけたり準備をするみたいで、時間ぴったりになると説明が始まります。 ここからはわが家の感想です。 中学生女子はマスターコース(3800円)、小学生男子はフェアリーコース(1800円)にしました。 ２人とも千葉県にある同じようなハーネスをつけてのアスレチックは経験済みです。 フェアリーコースのスタート地点が幼稚園や小学校にある遊具くらい、例えるとだいたい2階のベランダくらいの高さでしたが、小学生男子はギャーギャー言いながら無事にフェアリーコースをクリアしました。 保護者は同伴が基本ですが私は下から見守りで大丈夫でした。スタッフさんが集団につき１人付いてくれてアドバイスしてくれたので、励まされながら頑張りました。 フェアリーコースの最後の方に足場がない、自分が吊り下げられているハーネスを掴んで、シャーっと隣の木に移動する箇所があり、そこをかなり怖がっていました。足場がないとやっぱり辛いみたいです。 でもなんとかそこを越えて、一番長いゴールまでのロングターザンは楽しかったみたいです。ここは受け止めてくれるスタッフさんがいて、優しかったです。 問題はマスターコースです。 まずはじめに３０分くらい説明があります。 その後に流れをスムーズにするために経験者や大人など早そうな人から順にスタートします。が、うちの中学生女子が経験者なのでスタッフさんに指名されて１番になってしまった所から不運が始まりました。 普通ならフェアリーコース(A～Eコース)のエリアで違うマスターコース参加者用のルートを使って経験を積んでから、道路を挟んだ高さが３階くらいあるレベルのコース(Fコース～)に行くみたいなのですが、この日は混み合っていて、フェアリーコースを飛ばしていきなり体感的に３階のベランダくらいの高さがあるFコースからスタートになりました。 １つ目は縄が10cm感覚で縄跳びのように並んでるコースだったのでなんとか大丈夫だったのですが、２つ目がいきなり足場がなく自分を吊ってるハーネスを両手で掴んで、シャーっとターザンのように隣の木に移動するコースで、足場がないのと高さに中学生女子は怖じ気づいてしまい、立ち往生してしまいました。 でもすぐにリタイヤをしないで、後ろの人に先に進んでもらって、他の人を観察してからリタイヤするかチャレンジするか判断することにしました。が、やっぱり一度怖くなってしまったらもう本人的にダメだったみたいで最初の場所まで戻ってはしごを降りてリタイヤしました。 大人はだいたい大丈夫でしたが、他の中学生くらいの女子も怖くてなかなかチャレンジできず、どうしようどうしよう言いながらなんとかチャレンジし、もう１人の男子はリタイヤしてました。 なので、中学生くらいまでのお子さんは高さに弱かったり、度胸がない場合はよく相談することをお勧めします。 大学生や大人ならたぶん問題なく楽しめると思います。 たまたまわが家が、混んでる日でスタート位置がいきなりかなりの高さだったことと、難易度の高いターザンみたいなコースだったこと、グループの１番目だったのでコツがわからなくて一度怖いと思ったらできなくなったと言う不運が重なっただけかもしれないですけどね。 ただ、このあとフェアリーコースに戻って、フェアリーコースの中のマスターコースをやらせてもらい、Fコースに進むか終わらせるかの分岐点で本人に選ばせて、下の子と同じフェアリーコース最後の簡単なターザンをやって終わらせて、一応成功体験をしてから終わりにしたので、楽しい気持ちで２時間終わったのが良かったです。 スタッフさんの話によるとフェアリーコースでも泣いて降りられなくて、スタッフさんが助けに行く事が多々あるみたいです。 それくらい、どちらのコースも高さがあって怖いので参加するときはお気をつけくださいね。

(Translated by Google) We arrived just after 7 a.m. during the peak cherry blossom season, and many tourists were already enjoying taking photos. We were blessed with fine weather, and the blue sky, red Sakura Bridge, and cherry blossoms in full bloom were reflected in Kagamiike, creating a very beautiful scenery. When I went again around noon, I couldn't see any reflections in the pond, but I could see a decent amount of people. I think early in the morning is recommended. (Original) 桜最盛期の朝７時過ぎに到着、すでに多くの観光客の方々が写真撮影を楽しんでいました。 好天に恵まれ、鏡池に青い空と赤い桜雲橋、満開の桜が写り込み、とてもステキな景観を醸し出していました。 お昼頃再度行ったら、池への写り込みは観られず、半端ない人混みを観ることはできました。 朝早めがお薦めだと思います。

(Translated by Google) Especially in Takato Castle Ruins Park at popular spots When the cherry blossoms bloom at night reflected on the water surface To see the reverse cherry blossoms many visitors He is carrying his feet. If it was helpful, please click 👍. It's encouraging>^_^< I would be happy if you could register as a follower (*ᴗˬᴗ)⁾⁾ *For those who like retro [Once-in-a-lifetime moving scenery on YouTube] Search with 🔍 You can watch the retro public bath and hot spring videos that I created. If you like retro, please take a look (ღˇᴗˇ)｡o♡ (Original) 高遠城址公園の中でも特に 人気のあるスポットで 夜桜の時には 水面に映し出される 逆桜を観に 多くの見学者が 足を運んでおられます 参考になったなら👍ポチッお願いします。励みになります>^_^< フォロワー登録もして頂けたら嬉しいです (*ᴗˬᴗ)⁾⁾ ※レトロ好きな方へ 【一期一会的な感動する景色　ユーチューブ】 で検索すると🔍 私が作成したレトロな銭湯＆温泉動画が見れますので レトロ好きな方は参考にご覧下さいませ (ღˇᴗˇ)｡o♡

(Translated by Google) A pond in the inner moat of Takato Castle. It would be beautiful if the surrounding cherry blossoms were in full bloom. (Original) 高遠城内堀にある池。 周囲の桜が満開になれば綺麗だろう。

(Translated by Google) It was very beautiful. The photo on the poster was taken at night, so I'd like to go and take a photo if I have a chance. (Original) とてもキレイでした。 ポスターの写真は夜でしたので、機会があれば撮りに行きたいです。

(Translated by Google) Remains of Takato Castle's moat. It was frozen during the cold season. But it's dangerous to walk on a frozen pond ⚠️ (Original) 高遠城の堀の遺構。厳寒期は凍結してました。でも結氷した池の上を歩いたりするのは危険⚠️

(Translated by Google) Cherry blossoms are reflected (Original) 桜が映り込みます

(Translated by Google) This is a pond at the bottom of the former moat inside the main castle. (Original) 本丸内堀跡の空堀底にある池です。

(Translated by Google) Canyoning at Jōfu Falls A little past the Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort, turn right on the road. There are fallen trees here and there, so drive as far as you can and park your car. Climb the mountain trail up to the stone monument. A little past the monument, approach from the stream. Halfway up to the top of Jōfu Falls, there is a waterfall you can slide down. The waterfall is about 5m in size, and hot springs are bubbling up in places, so you can warm yourself up a little while you go down. There is an anchor on the right bank above the waterfall, but it has been corroded by the hot spring components, so it is scary to use, but we use it and go down. The waterfall is slippery with moss, but the view is amazing with the columnar joints of the moss! On the way back from the descent, the mountain trail is not well maintained and it is difficult to find the way, so we push our way through the bushes and climb up to the mountain trail to the stone monument and return to the car. (Original) 常布の滝をキャニオニング 草津温泉スキー場を少し過ぎた道路を右に入り所々に倒木等があるので行けるところまで車で行き車を止めて石碑までの登山道を登り石碑を少し過ぎたところの沢からアプローチする上布の滝うえまでは中間のところに滑れる滝が有る滝のサイズ５mぐらい、所々に温泉が沸いていて体を少し温めながら下る。 滝上右岸にアンカーが有るが温泉成分で腐食が進んでいて使うのが怖いが使い降りる。 滝は苔でぬるぬるしていて滑りやすくなっているが景色は苔の柱状節理で最高です！ 降りてからの帰りは登山道が整備されておらず道を見つけるのが困難で藪の中のをかき分けて登り石碑に行く登山道に出て車まで戻る。

(Translated by Google) I went to Tokofu Falls, but the journey was quite dangerous. If you don't have proper climbing gear, you'll die. After pushing your way through the slippery bamboo grass and holding on to the chain that has been set up on a crumbling path with almost no foothold, you'll find yourself at the end of the path. The most important part was the waterfall, but it was certainly beautiful. There were also stalactites at the top. If you decide to go, be prepared, be prepared and go at your own risk. By the way, Takishita Onsen in Tokofu is located 200 meters downstream. (Original) 常布の滝まで行きましたが、道中はかなり危険です。 しっかりとした登山道具を身に着けないと死にます。 滑りやすい笹を掻き分け、崩れてほぼ足場のないような道を設置してあるチェーンを掴みながら進んだ先にあります。 肝心の滝ですが、たしかに綺麗でした。 上の方に鍾乳石もありました。 もし行くのならば覚悟を持って、準備を怠らず自己責任でいきましょう。 ちなみに常布の滝下温泉は200ｍ下流にあります

(Translated by Google) 20220619.The impressive amount of water falling from a high place! There are wide areas and rocks near the waterfall, so you can admire the waterfall for a long time. / There was a growing stalactite (or something?) next to the waterfall. The brown ground from the scree in front of the waterfall to the waterfall looked like mud, but it didn't sink and I could rest my feet on it. Why are there oil slicks here and there? I wonder if it has something to do with the unusual colors of the rocks around the waterfall. / The road leading to the waterfall seems to have been used by a few people, and although there is a lot of bamboo, there are pink ribbon signposts and chains and ropes. There are some places where Equipment such as mountain shoes, work gloves, and a bear bell is required. (Original) 20220619.かなりの水量が高所から落ち続ける迫力！滝の近くに広い場所や岩があるので長時間滝を眺めていられる。／滝の横に成長中の鍾乳石（なのかな？）があった。滝手前のガレ場から滝に至るまでの茶色い地面は、泥に見えたが沈まず、足が乗る。所々油膜があるのは何故だろう？滝まわりの岩が風変わりな色合いなのと関係あるだろうか／滝に至るまでの道は、そこそこ人の通っている気配あり、笹が生い茂っているもののピンクリボンの道標がありチェーンやロープの張られた箇所もある。山靴や軍手•熊鈴などの装備は必要。