Kusatsu onsen Naraya
Kusatsuonsen Naraya
Gunma /Kusatsu, Kusatsu onsen / ryokan
A long-established ryokan you can enjoy the emerald green onsen created by Yumori
"Kusatsu onsen" is located about 1 minute on foot from "Naraya", the center of onsen Onsen. Historical ryokan have a “yumori” who has been active as a “onsen manager” since ancient times. Starting with the ultimate onsen created by careful hot water massage by Yumori, spacious modern Japanese guest rooms, private meal rooms, etc. A world of paradise awaits.
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Experience
A long-established ryokan overlooking the Yubatake
Two adult days spent with parents
A woman who traveled to Kusatsu with her parents will introduce how she actually spent her time at "Naraya".
First day
Start10:00
About 180 minutes by car from the city center to the inn
with my parents
To Kusatsu onsen by car
Kusatsu onsen is famous for Yubatake. The charming town is packed with sightseeing spots such as ryokan, souvenir shops, and Kosenji Temple. Whether you want to take it easy or enjoy sightseeing, it will be a satisfying trip for both.
Lunch13:00
About 2 minutes on foot to the inn
Popular soba restaurant in Kusatsu
Lunch at Mikuniya
"Sangokuya" is located about 3 minutes on foot from Yubatake. The most popular dish is the Mikuni Soba, which serves 2.5 people.
I happened to stop by because the gate looks nice, but it seems to be a popular store and the store is full! It might be a good idea to go with plenty of time to spare.
Check-in14:00
Arrive at the inn
Yubatake is right there!
To a long-established ryokan with a long history
Naraya is an inn with a history founded in the Meiji period. We welcome you with a warm atmosphere and warm hospitality. Even though it is located about 1 minute on foot from the bustling Kusatsu symbol "Yubatake", you can forget the hustle and bustle and relax.
It was also published in the "Five Star Inn" published by "Kanko Keizai Shimbunsha", and it was a very nice ryokan. The corridors and stairs in the hotel are also tatami-matted, so it was comfortable to walk barefoot.
Room14:15
A wide variety of room types!
Japanese modern guest room
The cute Japanese-modern rooms will lift your spirits. There are pure Japanese-style rooms, spacious Japanese-Western style rooms, Yubatake view rooms, and rooms that can accommodate up to 6 people, so you can find the best room for you.
Overnight at Minezakura, where you can see the Yubatake. There are 3 rooms where you can relax and relax under the kotatsu. The hot water field from the round window was beautiful, and I was able to enjoy the atmosphere of Kusatsu even in my room.
Sightseeing15:30
About 1 minute walk to the inn
Traditional at "Netsunoyu"
Watch the Yumomi Show
Netsunoyu is an eye-catching Taisho Roman-style building. You can see Kusatsu's traditional "Yumomi Show" up close with the chants of "Choina Choina♪".
Purchase a ticket in front of Netsunoyu. I also bought a commemorative face towel. I was able to see it from both the 1st and 2nd floors, and the first yumomi show was fun!
Dinner18:00
in a private meal room
Beautiful seasonal Japanese banquet dishes
There are three meal different atmospheres: "Kura", "Mai", and "Noh". All of them are private rooms, so you can enjoy meal leisurely with your loved ones. Beautiful Japanese kaiseki cuisine using seasonal ingredients and the tastes of Gunma will add color to the evening of your trip to Kusatsu.
Due to the corona crisis, meal in the private room was very good. I was able to relax and enjoy delicious food.
Night20:00
lit up
Take a walk in the Yubatake at night
Yubatake at night where the light melts into the rising steam. Basically, the lights are on from sunset to 24:00, so it is recommended not only for a walk after eating, but also for a walk after taking a bath.
Relax22:00
With the smoothest hot water
heal the tiredness of the day
At "Naraya", there is a craftsman called "Yumori", a traditional Japanese culture. A large public bath that carefully manages the hot water that changes according to the weather and climate. Soaking in the smooth hot water created by the Yumori's kneading is paradise.
the 2nd day
Onsen05:30
in a historic bathhouse
Moist morning hot onsen
In addition to the 24-hour free-flowing hot springs, there are three private baths in addition to the large public baths "Shogun Gokumiage no Yu" and "Hana no Yu," which consist of an open-air bath and an indoor bath. The private baths come with tatami mats, giving you plenty of privacy.
onsen in the morning aiming for a time when there are not many people. The Hana-no-Yu bath, which is made by hollowing out a large 200-year-old pine tree, was soothing to the heart, combined with the emotional atmosphere.
Morning07:00
in emerald green
Sparkling Yubatake in the Morning
In the morning, the yubatake is eye-catching with its emerald green scenery, which is completely different from the night. There is also a free footbath, so you can spend your time slowly waking up in the morning.
There aren't many people in Yubatake in the early morning, so it's also recommended for taking pictures!
Breakfast08:00
Plenty of vegetables
healthy breakfast
Breakfast in the same private meal room as the night. You can enjoy gentle Japanese cuisine that uses plenty of vegetables harvested around Kusatsu and is pleasing to the body.
Check-out11:00
leave the inn
after check out
Cafe & souvenir purchase
"Kissako" in the hotel is a cafe time from 10:00 to 18:00, and a bar exclusively for guests from 18:00 to 22:00. How about some tea time after checking out? The tableware used at the inn is also on sale, so you can buy mementos of your trip.
From beautiful tableware to cute goods from the sister store "Kusatsu Now Resort Hotel", wonderful souvenirs were on sale.
Return trip13:00
Healed for generations
Kusatsu onsen trip
High-quality hospitality of a long-established ryokan with a long history. If you take a step outside, you will find sightseeing spots with entertainment elements such as "Yubatake" and "Yumomi Show". The relaxing and enjoyable time that transcends generations will become a precious memory.
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Location
- address
- Gunma 396 Kusatsu, Kusatsu-cho, Agatsuma-gun
- access
- 25 minutes by JR bus from JR Naganohara Kusatsuguchi Station to Kusatsu onsen, and after getting off there is a shuttle bus. (Basically 8:30-18:00)
- pick-up
- Shuttle service available
From "Kusatsu onsen Bus Terminal" to the inn. In principle, it will be between 8:30 and 18:00.
- parking
- Parking available
Since it takes about 10 minutes on foot from the parking lot to the inn, there is a shuttle service to the parking lot. A driver will be stationed at the parking lot to pick you up.
Facility information
Check in Check out
14:00 (IN) - 11:00 (OUT) etc.
Facility
bath
- onsen
- Big bath
- Open-air bath
- sauna
Internet connection
- Internet available
Facility
- laundry
- gym/fitness
- pool
- banquet hall
- There is a shop
- bar lounge
service
- Esthetic
- Massage
- Pet friendly
- room service
- humidifier
- trouser presser
- Concierge
- Stroller rental
- crib
- laundry service
guest room
- newspaper in the room
location
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amenities
- Hand towel/face towel
- bath towel
- Hairdryer
- pajamas
- yukata
- Monk's working clothes
- slipper
- toothbrush, toothpaste
- shampoo rinse
- shower cap
- Body Soap
- comb/brush
- face wash
- lotion
- latex
- makeup remover
- cotton
- swab
- razor
- refrigerator
- tv set
- safe
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hygiene management
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mujerazul_710
early 30s / office worker
Stayed in May 2021
My parents had stayed at "Naraya" before and it was very nice, so I went with them this time.