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Kusatsu, Gunma
Guides from AHH, JAPAN that will actually help you bathe in Kusatsu—what is there, and what to know before you go.
Hakone, Kusatsu, Kinosaki, or Beppu: How to Choose Your First Onsen TownComparing Hakone, Kusatsu, Kinosaki, and Beppu for a first Japan hot-spring trip — travel time from Tokyo, what each town actually offers, and what to check before you book.
Onsen Towns in Japan: A Gentle Guide to Planning Your First Hot-Spring TripWhat is an onsen town, and how do you plan a first visit? A calm beginner's guide to how hot-spring towns work, four well-known ones, and what to check before you book.