Mount Kusatsu-Shirane

草津白根山

volcano in Kusatsu

#1 in Kusatsu / #135 in Japan

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Mount Kusatsu-Shirane is an active stratovolcano located in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. It stands at an elevation of 2,160 meters and is renowned for its striking crater lake, known as Yugama, which is filled with acidic, turquoise-colored water. The mountain is part of the Joshin'etsu Kogen National Park and is a popular destination for hikers and tourists, offering scenic trails and panoramic views. The area is also famous for its hot springs, which are believed to have therapeutic properties.

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