Rusutsu, village in Abuta district, Hokkaido, Japan
Description
Rusutsu is a small village in the Abuta district on Hokkaido's western side. It sits in a mountainous area where hot spring resorts draw visitors who come for the geothermal waters and the surrounding natural landscape.
History
The village formed as a settlement in a sparsely populated mountainous area where natural hot springs had long been known. Modern development as a resort town grew in the 20th century when visitors began discovering the therapeutic benefits of the geothermal waters.
Practical
The village is reached by local roads that wind through the mountains, with resorts offering varying levels of facilities and services. Visitors should expect colder weather and more snow than lower elevations, particularly during winter months.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Shiribeshi Subprefecture).
Shōwa-shinzan
21.7 km
Mount Usu
21.8 km
Mount Yōtei
11.5 km
Rusutsu Resort
2.7 km
Hoheikyo Dam
30.2 km
Nakajima
15.3 km
Niseko Hanazono Resort
22.5 km
Mount Shiribetsu
4.8 km
Usu Zenkō-ji
25.3 km
Muine-yama
25.4 km
Usuzan Ropeway
22.1 km
Mount Iwaonupuri
25.3 km
Mount Yosomi
19.9 km
Mount Tokushunbetsu
23.9 km
Osarugawa Bridge
26.5 km
Izari-dake
30.9 km
Mount Kombu
18.2 km大雄寺
30.1 km
宮尾登美子文学記念館
29.6 km
だて歴史の杜カルチャーセンター
29.6 km
とうや水の駅
10.7 km
Raiba-dake
29.4 km
Niseko Bridge
17.7 km
Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort
23.8 km
Volcano Science Museum
19.9 km
Mount Chisenupuri
28.3 km
Mount Orofure
25.8 km
Mount Tōnoshike Nupuri
15.1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes