Stay at Kusatsu Onsen Yumegokan, a boutique ryokan nestled within the heart of Kusatsu's natural hot spring area. Its rooms feature private rotenburo (outdoor baths) overlooking mossy cliffs and flowing streams. The inn serves authentic Wakayama kaiseki cuisine using local mountain ingredients, and guests enjoy complimentary foot baths. Located just a 5-minute walk from the main onsen district, it offers serene immersion in rural Japan’s thermal heritage.

Kusatsu Onsen Minshuku Shiki is ideal for families, offering spacious family rooms with shared onsen pools and a dedicated children’s activity corner. The property is steps away from the Kusatsu River Trail, perfect for gentle nature walks with guided signage highlighting local flora. Breakfast includes locally sourced organic vegetables and handmade tofu from Wakayama farms, ensuring a wholesome start. Just a 7-minute walk to the main onsen district, it balances comfort and accessibility for multi-generational stays.

Stroll 300 meters from Kusatsu Onsen Yumegokan along the Kusatsu River Green Path to discover Mori no Cafe Tanabe, a wooden cottage café run by local residents. Served in handcrafted Wakayama pottery, their signature drink is "Sansho Lemon Latte," paired with homemade matcha mille-feuille. Weekends host local artisan markets featuring limited-edition ceramics and natural soaps. This peaceful, flat trail takes about 10 minutes to walk—perfect for a quiet retreat between onsen visits.