Kusatsu Onsen Yumomi: 300 Years of Hot Spring Culture
Kusatsu's Unique Bath Culture
"Yumomi" is a unique bathing culture that has continued at Kusatsu Onsen since the Edo period. Since Kusatsu's spring temperature is very high, the method of cooling without adding water by mixing with long wooden paddles developed here.
Free Performance Experience
Multiple "Yumomi Shows" are performed daily at Netsu-no-yu. Women in matching yukata sing "Kusatsu yoitoko ichido wa oide" (Come to Kusatsu, you must come at least once) while performing yumomi, offering free observation. Tourists can also try yumomi themselves.
Kusatsu's Seasons and Annual Events
Summer features large festivals and outdoor concerts, while the winter ski season makes combined hot spring and skiing trips popular. Enjoy Kusatsu Onsen bustling through all seasons.
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This article is compiled by the Tabitabi JAPAN editorial team from official and primary sources, including facility and shrine/temple websites, tourism information published by municipalities and tourism associations, and cultural-property records released by national and local governments. Prices, opening hours and event dates may change, so please also check the official information of each facility or local government before you visit.