Kusatsu Onsen Pension Hino Ataru Basho
Reference price as of September 19, 2026 (stay date 2026-10-10). Please check the booking site for actual rates.
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Rakuten Travel rating 4.63 out of 5 (211 reviews). Guests praise the natural onsen that locks for private use around the clock, the tatami-floored bathing areas that are gentle on children, and the wide range of items to borrow for families with children.
Kids Facilities
Natural onsen for private hire, 24 hours (hinoki cypress bath and stone bath)
Natural onsen for private hire, 24 hours (hinoki cypress bath and stone bath)
Natural onsen from the Bandaiko spring source flows straight from the source into two tatami-floored baths, a hinoki cypress bath and a stone bath, each of which can be locked and used entirely on your own, 24 hours a day. Because tatami is laid in the bathing areas, they stay warm even in winter and are less slippery, which is reassuring with young children.
- checkTwo private-hire onsen baths (hinoki cypress bath and stone bath)
- •A baby bath, a bath stool and a diaper bin are set up in the bathing area. For children with sensitive skin, the pension advises filling the baby bath with onsen water and diluting it.
- •The water is an acidic sulfate and chloride onsen from the strongly disinfecting Bandaiko spring source, so using the baby bath is the safer option for babies.
Items to borrow for families with children
Items to borrow for families with children
There is a good range of children's items to borrow for bathing, mealtimes, washing up and more. Most are free of charge, and only the crib carries a fee. Numbers are limited, so confirming when you book is recommended.
- checkBaby bath (free of charge)
- checkHigh-low chair (free of charge)
- checkChildren's chairs, 5 of them (free of charge)
- checkHook-on chair (free of charge)
- checkWashbasin step (free of charge)
- checkToilet-training seat (free of charge)
- checkChildren's yukata (free of charge for staying guests)
- checkCrib with bedding set (for a fee, 1,080 yen per night)
- •Items that are limited in number, such as cribs, are given first to guests with small children, so please confirm in advance when booking.
Western-style course dinner with meals for children
Western-style course dinner with meals for children
Dinner is a generous Western-style course that changes daily. For children, a daily meal for children under school age is prepared, and the pension can also accommodate early-elementary children with small appetites. Breakfast is homemade bread with a daily plate.
- •Children's meals require advance notice. Seasoned rice can also be changed to plain white rice, with advance notice.
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Overview
Kusatsu Onsen Pension Hino Ataru Basho sits in the center of Kusatsu Onsen and is run by a young owner family. Its natural onsen from the Bandaiko spring source flows straight from the source into two baths - a hinoki cypress bath and a stone bath, both with tatami flooring - which can be locked and reserved entirely for your family, 24 hours a day. The tatami keeps the bathing area warm even in winter and makes it less slippery, which is reassuring with young children. A baby bath, a bath stool and a diaper bin are provided in the bathing area. Dinner is a generous Western-style course that changes daily, and breakfast features homemade bread. You can choose between Japanese-style tatami rooms and Western-style rooms, and this family-welcoming pension is highly rated on Rakuten Travel.
This onsen pension in the heart of Kusatsu Onsen is run by a young owner family who give guests a warm welcome. Its greatest appeal is the layout, which lets your family enjoy natural onsen flowing straight from the source entirely on your own.
Natural onsen (private-hire)
The water comes from the Bandaiko spring source, known even within Kusatsu Onsen for its strong disinfecting properties, and it flows straight from the source. There are two baths, a hinoki cypress bath and a stone bath, both with tatami flooring; each has an inside lock for fully private use and can be used 24 hours a day. Because tatami is laid in the bathing areas, they stay warm even in winter and are less slippery, so families with young children can bathe with peace of mind. Open the windows at the stone bath and you get a little of the feel of an open-air bath. The water is an acidic sulfate and chloride onsen, said to be beneficial for eczema and other skin conditions.
Facilities for babies and children
A baby bath and a bath stool are provided in the bathing area, and a diaper bin is set up as well. Families are also advised that for children with sensitive skin it is a good idea to fill the baby bath with onsen water and dilute it, a thoughtful touch for guests traveling with babies. There is a good range of items to borrow for the rooms and the rest of the pension: a baby bath, a high-low chair (a reclining baby chair), children's chairs (5 of them), a washbasin step, a toilet-training seat and children's yukata (free of charge for staying guests) are all available at no charge. A crib with a bedding set is available for a fee of 1,080 yen per night; numbers are limited, so please confirm when booking.
Rooms
There are 4 Western-style rooms (double or twin, without a bath or toilet) and 4 Japanese-style tatami rooms (6 or 8 tatami mats, with a washlet toilet and a washbasin). The tatami rooms are an easy place for babies at the crawling stage. The rooms use light, fluffy down duvets.
Dining
Dinner is a generous Western-style course that changes daily, with soup, salad, rice, a fish dish, a meat dish and dessert. The rice is Koshihikari from Niigata, and the meat dish is domestic fillet steak. Breakfast is the pension's well-liked homemade bread together with a daily plate. For children, a daily meal for children under school age is prepared, and the pension can also accommodate early-elementary children with small appetites, with advance notice. Plain white rice can be served instead.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 760-5 Kusatsu, Kusatsu-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma 377-1711 |
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| directions_carAccess | About 25 minutes by bus from Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station on the JR Agatsuma Line, or about 90 minutes by car from Ikaho IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway. A shuttle runs from the Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., with advance notice required. |
| trainNearest station | Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station |
| local_parkingParking | Free parking for 8 cars. |
| callPhone | +81-279-88-6650 |
| paymentsCards | VISA |
| languageOfficial site | https://pension-sun.com/open_in_new |
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Reference price as of September 19, 2026 (stay date 2026-10-10). Please check the booking site for actual rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is Kusatsu Onsen Pension Hino Ataru Basho best suited to?
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It has facilities that work especially well for babies and toddlers (ages 0 to 2) and children aged 3 and over. There is no age limit, and families with children of any age can stay.
Does Kusatsu Onsen Pension Hino Ataru Basho have baby beds?
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Baby beds are available to rent. See the Kids Facilities section on this page for details.
Is there parking at Kusatsu Onsen Pension Hino Ataru Basho?
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Parking: Free parking for 8 cars.
How do you get to Kusatsu Onsen Pension Hino Ataru Basho?
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About 25 minutes by bus from Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station on the JR Agatsuma Line, or about 90 minutes by car from Ikaho IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway. A shuttle runs from the Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., with advance notice required.
Are there meals for children under school age?
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Yes. A daily meal for children under school age is prepared. The pension can also accommodate early-elementary children with small appetites, and seasoned rice can be changed to plain white rice; please let them know in advance.
Can we use the onsen with a baby?
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The tubs are made of hinoki cypress and tatami is laid in the bathing areas, so they stay warm even in winter and are less slippery. A baby bath, a baby chair and children's chairs are also provided for bathing.
Can we borrow a baby bath and other bathing items for children?
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Yes. Yukata for children (small, medium and large), bath towels, children's chairs and a baby bath are available to borrow free of charge. A diaper bin is set up as well.
Do we need to reserve baby items in advance?
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Yes. Items such as the baby bath and the crib are limited in number and priority is given to guests with small children, so the pension asks that you confirm in advance when booking.
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