20 Ryokan in Gunma

A 9-minute walk from the famous 'Yubatake' hot spring field in Kusatsu Onsen.The modern Japanese-style inn 'Hotel Sakurai,' perched on an elevated location, celebrates its 60th anniversary.With 173 spacious guest rooms, both the new and main wings offer serene spaces where you can relax and feel the essence of Japanese aesthetics.At Kusatsu's largest bathhouse and open-air baths, you can fully enjoy the renowned hot springs sourced from three different springs.The nightly 'Yumomi Show' and 'Sakura Taiko' performances are hugely popular, even among international guests.We also recommend the luxurious buffet featuring Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisine, as well as seasonal strolls through the Japanese garden.Enjoy an unforgettable stay where tradition and relaxation blend seamlessly.

Founded in 1728 during the Kyōhō era, the longstanding inn 'Hatago-ya Maruichi' boasts a history of nearly 300 years.Enjoy a timeless stay in a captivating space where buildings and designs inherited from the Edo, Meiji, Taisho, and modern eras come together.Within the inn is the 'Kura-no-Yu,' a bath renovated from a Meiji-era storehouse built by the seventh generation, featuring historical and artistic touches throughout, such as the earthen entrance, beams, and the painted screen 'Miho no Matsubara.'The baths use water directly from the inn's own spring, and the 36°C lukewarm bath is highly regarded for gently regulating the autonomic nervous system.Guests can also enjoy indoor stone baths and marble outdoor baths, indulging in the luxury of soaking while gazing at the starlit night sky.The inn offers 18 guest rooms, including standalone accommodations and spacious options up to 110㎡, with black plaster walls, warm wooden elements, furnishings, and artwork that create an atmosphere akin to an art museum.Dinner features creative dishes made with seasonal ingredients from local Gunma.With a small staff providing attentive yet unobtrusive service, the inn aims to deliver a quiet and comfortable stay.