Landmark
Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station
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Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station is the primary rail gateway for visitors heading to Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan's most renowned hot spring resorts. The station itself is a modern building with a ticket office, waiting area, and a small shop. From here, buses depart regularly for the 30-minute ride up the mountain to Kusatsu town. The station's location in the Agatsuma River valley offers glimpses of the surrounding peaks, and the journey to Kusatsu provides stunning views of the changing landscape.
Don't miss
- Board the bus from the station to Kusatsu Onsen for a scenic mountain ride.
- View the surrounding Agatsuma River valley and distant mountains from the station.
- Use the station as a starting point for day trips to nearby onsens and hiking trails.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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