Yubatake is a facility where fresh hot spring water (approx. 55C) from the source of the hot spring located on the upper side flows through a wooden irrigation canal, is cooled to an ideal temperature, and then sent to the baths of each hotel in the area. The thick steam rising from the surface is a majestic sight seen only in Kusatsu.
Hot springs gush out all over Sai-no-Kawara Park, creating a river of hot water. Many differently shaped ponds are formed on a rocky stretch of lava, a desolate landscape of unusual beauty created by the hot springs. It is now beautifully maintained as a park and is a popular spot for taking a stroll.
Yumomi is a method devised to cool the hot spring water without thinning it down. Women churning the water while singing traditional Kusatsu-bushi is definitely a must-see.
Shirane Mountain is an active volcano belonging to the Nasu volcanic belt, with a height of 2,160 meters. Located on the mountaintop are three crater lakes; Yugama, with its majestic emerald green water, Mizugama and Karagama.
*“Yugama Visit Course” is closed due to the increase in volcano eruptions levels.
* “Yoshigadaira Course” is closed between "Mt. Shirane Yugama" and "Yoshigadaira hut" due to the increase in volcano eruptions levels.
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