Can you go to Kusatsu Onsen Otakinoyu with tattoos?
草津温泉 大滝乃湯 · Onsen and spa
Yes, as you are
Yes, tattoos are OK
- Follow normal bathing etiquette
Checked on the official site · Nov 15, 2026Source onsen-kusatsu.com
Read the original rule
At the three baths (Otakinoyu, Gozanoyu and Sainokawara Rotenburo), we do not refuse entry or bathing to people with tattoos (irezumi). We welcome diverse cultural backgrounds, including international visitors, and hope everyone enjoys Kusatsu Onsen while following bathing etiquette.
三湯(大滝乃湯、御座之湯、西の河原露天風呂)では、刺青(タトゥー)のある方の入館、入浴を特にお断りはしておりません。訪日外国人旅行者も含めまして、多種多様な文化的背景を受け入れると共に、どなたでもマナー遵守の上で草津温泉を楽しんでいただきたいと思っております。Getting there
596-13 Kusatsu, Kusatsu-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
Japanese address for taxis
群馬県吾妻郡草津町大字草津596-13
Tattoo-friendly places nearby
Getting tattooed on this trip?
A fresh tattoo has to stay out of hot water for about two weeks. Book your onsen days first, your session last. Tell us your dates and idea, and we match you with an artist in Japan within 48 hours. English is fine.
¥15,000 deposit, fully refunded if we can't match you.
Find an artistRules change. Check with the place before you go. We read the place's official website on the date shown to check this rule.