Things to do in Kusatsu-machi in January

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Overview

January is a great time to visit Kusatsu-machi. The weather is usually freezing cold with a gentle breeze, with temperatures ranging from 19—30°F (-7—-1°C).

Kusatsu-machi has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your January trip to Kusatsu-machi. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to January. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Kusatsu-machi in January. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout January, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Kusatsu-machi in January

Top experiences in January
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Holidays in Kusatsu-machi in January
January
  • New Year's Day (January 1)
  • January 1 Bank Holiday (January 1)
  • January 2 Bank Holiday (January 2)
  • January 3 Bank Holiday (January 3)
  • Coming of Age Day (January 13)
Other notable holidays
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Weather in Kusatsu-machi in January

Temperatures on an average day in Kusatsu-machi in January

The average temperature in Kusatsu-machi in January for a typical day ranges from a high of 30°F (-1°C) to a low of 19°F (-7°C). Some would describe it as freezing cold with a gentle breeze.

For comparison, the hottest month in Kusatsu-machi, August, has days with highs of 81°F (27°C) and lows of 65°F (18°C). The coldest month, January has days with highs of 30°F (-1°C) and lows of 19°F (-7°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Kusatsu-machi in January based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in January
30°F
highs
19°F
lows

General weather summary

Freezing cold with a gentle breeze
Feels like
33%
Chance of rain
0.176 in
Amount
14.6 mph
Wind speed
96%
Humidity
10.0 hrs
Daylight length
6:55 AM
Sunrise
4:52 PM
Sunset
42%
Cloud cover
Thick winter coat with gloves
What to wear
What to wear in January
With an average high of 30°F (-1°C) and a low of 19°F (-7°C), it generally feels freezing cold with a gentle breeze. There might also be a small chance of rain. With that in mind, most people would dress in something toasty like a thick winter coat with gloves
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Best attractions for Kusatsu-machi in January

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Kusatsu-machi has to offer for travelers in January, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Kusatsu-machi that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Kusatsu-machi for January.
Yubatake
1. Yubatake
4.5
(13457)
Nature & Parks
Scenic spot
Central, man-made collection pool of geothermal water, surrounded by bath houses & traditional inns.
Sainokawara Park
2. Sainokawara Park
4.3
(3807)
Park
Nature & Parks
Urban park with bathing in naturally heated, steaming pools & walking trails in a forested valley.
Kusatsu Onsen Netsunoyu
3. Kusatsu Onsen Netsunoyu
4.1
(784)
Sights & Landmarks
Historic Sites
Hot springs site hosting dance shows & demos of the traditional method for cooling bathing waters.
Mount Kusatsu-Shirane
4. Mount Kusatsu-Shirane
4.1
(210)
Mountain peak
Nature & Parks
The public are no longer allowed to the summit of this active stratovolcano with 3 crater lakes.
Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort
5. Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort
4.0
(2361)
Ski resort
Outdoor Activities
Low-key ski area with gentle, tree-lined trails & cozy eateries, plus zip lines in the summer.
Kusatsu Tropical Wonderland
6. Kusatsu Tropical Wonderland
4.1
(2729)
Zoo
Outdoor Activities
Compact zoo under a dome heated by local hot springs, with a reptile house & small-animal feeding.
Yugama
7. Yugama
4.2
(37)
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Kōsenji Temple
8. Kōsenji Temple
3.9
(450)
Buddhist temple
Sights & Landmarks
Buddhist site atop stone steps, known for its snowy winter setting & views of steaming hot springs.
Kusatsu Tsurutaro Kataoka Museum
9. Kusatsu Tsurutaro Kataoka Museum
3.8
(531)
Art museum
Museums
Shirane Shrine
10. Shirane Shrine
3.9
(229)
Shinto shrine
Sights & Landmarks
Sainokawara Park
11. Sainokawara Park
4.3
(3807)
Park
Nature & Parks
Urban park with bathing in naturally heated, steaming pools & walking trails in a forested valley.
Kusatsu hot spring hotel cooperative.
12. Kusatsu hot spring hotel cooperative.
3.6
(17)
Tourist information center
Visitor Centers
Yubatake
13. Yubatake
4.5
(13455)
Scenic spot
Central, man-made collection pool of geothermal water, surrounded by bath houses & traditional inns.
Osenno Falls
14. Osenno Falls
4.7
(11)
Waterfall
Nature & Parks
Kusatsu Town Onsen Library
15. Kusatsu Town Onsen Library
4.3
(9)
Library
草津フォレストステージ
16. 草津フォレストステージ
3.8
(20)
Amusement center
Water & Amusement Parks
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