Local Guide
Manza Onsen is home to numerous nature spots located at the breathtaking altitude of 1,800 meters.
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Local attractions
Yumiike
One of the crater lakes of Mt. Shirane, the entire western side of the Yumiike Lake is a wetland area bordered by walkways.
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Ushiike
Ushiike Lake is nestled amidst tranquil forest and provides visitors with spectacular scenery as red and yellow leaves reflect on its surface in autumn.
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Karabuki
Renowned as a symbol of Manza Onsen, Karabuki is a fumarole which jets volcanic gas containing steam from the belly of the small Kusatsu-Shirane Volcano.
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Yubatake
Also known as 'Ubayu', Yubatake is Manza Onsen's largest wellspring and boasts an abundant hot water flow of 1,100 litres per minute at a scalding temperature of around 80°C.
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Manza Yakushido
Manza Yakushido ('healing temple') has watched over Manza Onsen since long ago and is still highly regarded as a guardian deity of the area's hot springs. Take a trip to one of the region's many onsen and let your troubles melt away in the steaming hot water.
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Tsumagoi Farm
Located midway along the Manza Highway, Tsumagoi Farm features a rest area where you can enjoy a meal and browse through the locally-made souvenirs.
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Highest point on the national highway
Situated along the Shiga-Kusatsu Route, the highest point on Japan's national highway provides a magnificent panorama in summer and beautiful red and yellow leaves in autumn.
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Mt. Motoshirane Hiking Course
With a total length of 6,140 meters, in summer this naturally blessed trekking course winds its way through the habitat of alpine Dicentra.
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Yoshigadaira Hiking Course
This relatively gentle sloping course is ideal for beginners. The course is especially impressive in autumn due to the deep red fruits of mountain ash trees.
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Mt. Shirane (Yugama)
Mt. Shirane also known as 'Yugama' (cauldron) is a mystical sight to behold for the emerald green crater lakes at the peak.
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Skylator
The Skylator is a moving walkway located along the Shiga-Kusatsu Kogen Route which also provides access to the peak of Mt. Yokote by the adjoining lift.
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Mt. Yokote Peak Hut
At an altitude of 2,300 meters, the Mt. Yokote Peak Hut is also renowned as the 'mountaintop bakery'.
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Manza Onsen Tour Pass
This ticket entitles holders to free access to all hot springs in the Manza Onsen district. Please inquire at the Reception Desk for more details.
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