Ginzan Onsen Japanese Inn & Winter Village Experience | Notoya Ryokan ★ ONLY in JAPAN

Ginzan Onsen Hot Spring Village in winter - with the snow falling - may be the most magical sight in Japan, especially at night. It has become one of Japan's most popular hot springs and the Ryokan, Traditional Japanese Inns lining the Ginzan River are all top notch accommodations with Kaiseki dinner course and breakfast. WIth the snow falling, we'll first stay at Kozankaku's riverside room, visit the nearby Shirogane-yu public bath. We'll end with 2 nights at Notoya Ryokan, welcoming guests since it opened in 1925. It looks like a scene from a Ghibli-film after dark.
HISTORY of Ginzan Onsen ♨️
Ginzan was originally a silver mine in the 16th century until the silver was mined out. It changed to a hot spring town in the 17th century, hidden in the mountains, a long one-day walk from Obanazawa. In 1913, a flood destroyed the town but with local investment, they quickly rebuilt into the village we know today. It has maintained it's Taisho era feel with gas lamps and old wooden architecture, foot bridges crossing all along the Ginzan River.
Where we stayed / visited:
▶︎ Kozankaku Ryokan 古山閣 旅館 ♨️ (Feb 2022) kozankaku.com
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▶︎ Notoya Ryokan 能登屋旅館 ♨️ (Jan 2020) www.notoyaryok...
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▶︎ Shirogane-yu Public Bath 銀山温泉 共同浴場 しろがね湯 ♨️
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▶︎ Izu Kokeshi Workshop 伊豆こけし工房・工芸館: www.izu-kokesi....
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▶︎ Ginzan Onsen Tourist Information Center: www.ginzanonsen.jp
00:00 Start
01:22 Kozankaku Ryokan
02:00 Ginzan Onsen at Night
02:33 Shirogane-yu Public Bath
03:47 Konzankaku Bath & Dinner
04:53 Where is Ginzan Onsen?
05:20 History of Ginzan Onsen
07:34 Notoya Ryokan Stay
10:50 Notoya Kaiseki Dinner
13:07 Japanese Breakfast
14:30 Kote-e Art
14:54 Kokeshi Factory
17:18 Ginzan Foot Bath
How to get to Ginzan Onsen:
Catch the JR Akita Shinkansen from Tokyo Station or Ueno Station to Oishida Station.
If you are staying at a ryokan, they will have a bus to pick you up. If driving, most ryokan have parking lots 50-100 meters from the tourism office at the village entrance.
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[@onlyinjapanGO]

So wait, you took Kanae & Leo in 2022 and forgot me? Honestly, this is a huge oversight! I haven't been there since 2020 when I live streamed walking through the town.

[@onlyinjapan]

Oh right, I remember that episode in 2020 with Kanae! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXi6gJuflqp-l5I Yeah, sorry about that, snuck away this year - no live streaming at Ginzan. Hey, I like your 8K releases. Perhaps you have some footage you can show walking the town at night or something?

[@yknga]

@@onlyinjapan wth are you talking to urself?

[@tedsta]

@Angky Agani He so strange. 😆

[@valianes]

this has major 2 spidermans meme energy

[@Kelvin_Foo]

I'm very sure we saw you (past John?) in the video that future (present?) John edited. I bet between the two (one?) of you there was more than enough material to edit.

[@Suede224]

The opening scene is just beautiful, it does look like a Ghibli movie!!

[@LaNoir.]

Well they did take a lot of inspiration from existing locations for their movies, the bathhouse from Spirited Away was based off the Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama

[@Janka007]

I had the same thought, Spirited away. :D I hope one day I can visit this place. ;)

[@TheOncelerxX]

I agree what a beautiful intro

[@matthewfairley4101]

It looks like the setting for episode 14 of miss kobyashi dragon maid

[@1ChilledDude]

"My legs like oden. Coming out of the hot soup". You really did look a little well done there. 😂😂🤣 It really doesn't get more picturesque than seeing this onsen village at night. Truly a beautiful and magical place. Great to see the whole family really enjoying the experience!😊

[@outdooradventures1]

Very beautiful snowy day and amazing scenery, thanx for sharing and greeting from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@jessrie_end]

I've been wondering for a long time why it isn't you anymore in the old KZbin channel. FINALLY I've found YOUR channel and I am so happy. Watching the "old KZbin channel" host vs You is totally different. Your vibe, the emotions you put in and the content is pure LOVE. Your love to the amazing country- JAPAN. Keep it up John! Fan from Philippines! ♥

[@KodamaBoy69]

This reminds me of a real life studio ghibli film. My goodness it’s beautiful. Great video John

[@guilhermemartins2606]

Your son is impossibly cute! Congrats for the beautiful family you guys built!

[@shannondore]

Always a treat to see lovely Kanae and sweet Leo. I thought this place looked magical but then you showed it at night that just made it even more so. I love that it hasn't changed the old world look. That makes it so much more interesting. Would love to go there someday. Thanks for the tour of this wonderful place.😊

[@StarlordStavanger]

John, you are by far one of my favorite YoutTubers, you look so happy reporting on things in Japan that many of us may never get the chance to experience ourselves, but it's great to see through your lens. Please keep up the great work, your content is by far some of the most entertaining as well as educational!

[@bobjoe7508]

Incredible cinematography, John. Always lovely to see your family in videos. Keep up the good work!

[@Violet.18]

3:09 John you're always so hilarious, love how you stay a big kid always 💕🙆‍♀️. Thanks for showing us the Onsens of Japan!

[@IrishKeshiHead]

Nice to see Leo having his first official Only in Japan episode on Onsen. Nice to see you and kanae enjoying some quality time too.

[@kringhetto]

Beautiful family and a beautiful town. This one's going on the bucket list for sure. Thanks for the video!

[@raymondcenteno5835]

How beautiful! When I picture Japan in the wintertime, this location is exactly what I imagine. And it was lovely seeing the family as well.

[@czarodzi9967]

It looks like a beautiful town that I'd really like to explore in the daytime and relax in the evening. Great artistic presentation, too!

[@Hello_katsu]

I love the style of the architecture and the old style lights. It's like you're transported to the past. It really looks magical at night in the snow!

[@wiboxermom7829]

Beautiful. Simply beautiful.

[@n20games52]

What a magical place!

[@cwintland13]

I'm just amazed at how much beauty and all the history there is in this country. It just seems such a magical place. I think that Japan is a blessed place as any there is I'm so grateful to you and all who share all this with the rest of the world thank you so much .

[@curtisclark6184]

Now that's a winter wonderland...very beautiful.

[@vapegod3659]

I loved seeing those transitions of what it looked like over the decades, I LOVE the changes they made after the 1980s

[@michaelanderson1476]

Wow!! Its so romantic and beautiful!! It truly is a winter wonderland!!!!🌨🥰😍😘❤👏🙌👍🇯🇵

[@lin90210]

All the snow.. looks so romantic. Glad to see all the family are well and enjoying a nice trip

[@khunpingpong]

seeing you again and your lovely family giving us an extra warmth and welcoming to this charming place. Super thank you.

[@momonakokeshi6325]

What a beautiful place. I would love soak in the hot springs after long day. Even foot bath will after walking around. It was nice to see Kanae and Leo with you.

[@Toartaulu]

Oooh, I love the foot bath…….so great in winter time…

[@yvan2218]

You sure are spoiling us viewers with back to back videos! Love to see it

[@ivonne5987]

Well done John! Thoroughly enjoyable and informative! So lovely to see Kanae and your beautiful son as well! Keep up all the great work and content! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻☺️

[@cheronroggen9638]

Wow. The onsen town is so picturesque! Such beauty and it looks magical in Winter.

[@robertdevos5478]

Thank you John, Kanae & Leo, Japanese Onsen are awesome, hope to visit Japan (for the 4th time) soon ! greetings from Holland

[@blueberry7keys]

wow, that Village Onsen in the Winter is just beautiful and peaceful! thanks as always John -- and congrats on your wife & your baby!!

[@Jules-1770]

I was enthralled by this video. How wonderful and healthy everything is, the baths and the food. Your wife and yourself are glowing and your little boy is just adorable. I loved everything about the onsen's. Maybe I'll get there one day. I love Japanese architecture and lovely old houses, so picturesque.

[@christieuyehara9212]

Thank you again for bringing this beautiful place to us. Looks like a great place to relax I was great seeing Kanae and Leo. Please take care and be safe. Aloha

[@GuruChaz]

I really needed to watch this documentary this morning. I wasn't feeling great but this was like being there and helped lift my spirits and get motivated for the day. Thank you!

[@FalloutConspiracy]

Beautiful winter footage was captured here. The charm of these little Ryokan's under the warm Taishō era street light is unmatched. This was one of your best, John-san!

[@UFOBobTV]

The way you share the uniqueness of Japan is always interesting and enjoyable, and this video is no exception. Love it.

[@moannan8879]

While my family and I enjoy your livestreams ,Your documenary style and content are fantastic!

[@cyberrider1765]

Family time in an amazing part of Japan!!! Amazing!!! Great video John👍🏼

[@xiangnibian8473]

Beautiful recording of a fairy lifestyle. Thank you!

[@tommykay7427]

50 degrees? Thats half way to the boiling point! You did right getting out quickly. A few second more, and a brother or sister for Leo would be out of the question! 😉 Thanks Mr Daub. Brilliant as always!

[@onlyinjapan]

Haha!! It sure doesn’t help but 30 seconds - probably safe 🤪

[@typower9]

I loved how you presented the really hot bath! 😊

[@strappernick9891]

Love that place! Magical! Thanks so much for showing it to us.

[@deesee7098]

A dazzling winter wonderland captured perfectly by you, John!!! 🤩 It's not just a walking around the town video but one with depth - the appreciation of Ginzan Onsen History & Japan's Ryokan Culture! I loved my visit in Summer but the onsen town truly looks magical with snow. Defintely need another trip there. Enjoyed eating tofu by the river, curry bread at the end of the town & soba ice cream 🤤 And the highlight for me was a smiley Little Leo having his first covered toes Ashiyu 🤣

[@ian_s7481]

I was getting fed up of the usual walk around Tokyo KZbin videos but stumbled across your videos. I like this style way better with the commentary explaining things a lot more clearly and the maker not just hiding behind his camera. 👍👍👍👍👍 5/5 thumbs up.

[@dasnack]

It's fantastic seeing you produce so much content as of late and all of it with the fantastic pacing, interesting topics and a smile on your face. Missed this.

[@kefumna]

Really like the high quality video. Thanks John!

[@maitland72]

Another wonderful video, John! And what an honor to be able to see your lovely family too!

[@onlyinjapan]

Whenever I can bring them along, I’ll try to do it because to share these adventure with you and them is important to me. Thank you for writing :)

[@Jpan4]

You are blessed with a beautiful family! Thank you for this wonderful adventure! God bless you!

[@garp0]

This felt like a true classic Only in Japan video. Very nice to watch! Cheers!

[@MelancholyMoondancer]

So beautiful with the snow! It must have been so cold. I didn't know ryokon charged per person for a room. Good to remember if I'm ever able to go to Japan. The town at night reminds me of Spirited Away.

[@Hollylivengood]

That was so beautiful.

[@jeffkennedy4889]

What an awesome video, loved seeing you happy with your family my friend, Leo has such a happy smile, a gift from Kanae and you.

[@EWAMILENAP]

Beautiful opening😍Like in a fairy tale👼

[@RedMapleCanada]

Hot spring town sounds great, but add Japan and it's one amazing experience! Thank you for showing us around, what a great video! ☺👍

[@TammeraFreno]

Very beautiful!! I love everything! Thank you so much for sharing ❤ 💕!!!

[@snerps]

Beautiful. I have always enjoyed learning about Japanese history and culture. Someday I'll take a trip. Thanks for the channel!

[@steveridgewaynrtgo]

The night scenes were magical. Such a beautiful town.

[@jarihult]

Informational and interesting video 🙂!! Pretty village at day and the night !! Surely refreshing ”wake up” for the morning , to have a hot onsen bath 🤔!! Enjoyable video , thank you for sharing 👍!!!

[@MrShujinJonmichal]

It makes me want to catch the next flight to Japan an Go to An Onsen right now

[@Zhuyou]

Cute baby, and cute noise when he smile. Very beautiful scene.

[@LisaMarli]

Came to see this one again after your newest video with the snow monkeys. This episode always makes me happy. The village is so lovely and you and your family are so fun to watch. Thank you for sharing this adventure with us.

[@onlyinjapan]

I’ll miss winter - next is all spring and summer content! This onsen is spectacular and I know I’ll be back again.

[@BlayReloaded]

This was an absolutely beautiful and informative video. Thank you for sharing your little family adventure with us. 😊 Much love from Germany!

[@personcruz7845]

I can never get over how beautiful John's videos are.

[@nin1nin]

The cinematography and shots you made are simply beautiful!

[@argacc20417]

this channel always has a very good cinematic B roll

[@kezbot2]

A magical bucket-list location. Thanks for the beautiful images, it looks sublime in 4K. It was also wonderful to see Kanae and Leo!

[@JerameatC]

I missed these style of videos. feels good to have them back.

[@sharry4076]

I have only been watching your channel a short while, just want to say, though your filming and factual information, I have grown to love the country of Japan. I am hooked, and so looking forward to learnng more from your channel! Thankyou John 🙂

[@cazfish]

Amazing chapters. Thank you for your incredible work.

[@f3n1xplat3ad0]

This night view is magical. You deserve more views. I love the narrated videos.

[@stephenkrus]

Aww... your son is so adorable! 🥰 That place is just... WOW! 😲

[@tonywitte2827]

Keep up the good work with your wife and your son God bless you and your family

[@cjlindallas7749]

That place looks amazing! It would be such an awesome experience to visit there and detach from the world. Beautiful video John! 👍🏾

[@francisconunez720]

Th..th..this is a miracle?! My eyes are seeing a mini documental!!!!!! Yess I love this type of video I missed it so much.

[@onlyinjapan]

It’s nice to get content rolling again :)

[@TLavery707]

Dang John you have been putting out a lot of videos lately! I am loving it! Keep up the hard work we all appreciate it!

[@cyabaib]

Great video!! I think you captured the onsen experience very well. Onsen eggs are amazing!

[@nekochan2656]

Gorgeous! Thank you for this charming and relaxing video. So nice to see Kanae and precious Leo.

[@ワタシパンダ]

Yamagata is my hometown. Thank you for introducing me. I hope everyone will visit. All season food is delicious😉

[@Bentears]

Great Video, I love the info about how Ryokan charge, I wouldnt want a western style room like the single ones you showed. I would want the genuine experience. Lovely to see Kanae and Rio

[@Azalynnnn]

Looks amazing with a little snow! Hope you had a good time with the wife and kid!!

[@leomelblanco]

this makes me want to go to Ginzan in winter. cant wait to go there.

[@MaximumPasta]

Thanks for taking us along for another journey. Keep up the awesome work! :)

[@creativecooktravely886]

S o beautiful, the area and your family. Thank you for showing this place and the dolls . Reminds me of mom

[@0animalproductworld558]

I love Japan so much 🐁 God loves Japan so much and He blesses Japan so much as well! 🐒

[@KosmoAlx]

I need, we need .... we all feel that we need some time in that small town. Thank you for this relaxing video.

[@Willcastle7]

Looks like a very nice trip, every season! Good to see Kanae and Leo joining you.

[@eddylara7051]

I just can't express enough how heartwarming and sweet the new intro is and how adorable you guys look with your beautiful baby! Best wishes John! You're an inspiration for me as a producer and fellow traveler 💪🏼

[@dusk-i3m]

Such a heartwarming video, it's so nice to see you with your family! Thanks for the video, John.

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Nothing more rejuvenating than outdoor onsen during winter and drinking cold sake afterwards

[@Chuckme888]

Such beautiful scenery.. And OMG! Little John is sooo cute! what a happy kid.

[@KinnyRiddle]

Great video John. Having been to a few hotels with hot water baths in Japan (not onsens, sadly), I think there's a trick in how to get into a very hot water bath/onsen that is over 40 degrees C: First take a small bucket, or just the palm of your hands, and sprinkle some hot water over your body, this creates an insulating layer of lukewarm water over your body, this layer would allow you to dip in more smoothly without feeling like you're being scalded, as the layer acts as a sort of transition. Instead of just jumping in dry in your cold body. Second, and I'm not sure how scientific this is, but I read somewhere that as heat escapes more easily from the palms of your hand than from any part of the body, so if you place your palms just above the water while dipping, you wouldn't feel too hot while inside.

[@spiritofjapan]

Great place to visit and a fantastic travel guide!

[@minghueileong]

3 episodes in 11 days! Keep up the good work! Definitely need to visit Tohoku one day!

[@FoXyToWn]

Yeah!! Hopefully he will keep them coming regularly 😃

[@sourishaviation]

thank you only in Japan for the great experience I thought I was with you 😀👍🇮🇳🇯🇵👏👏👏

[@susanmoniz6537]

What a lovely trip back in time !! Happy to see Kanae and Leo on this adventure with you John.

[@keyup2626]

Thank you again for sharing an amazing journey through Japan, sure is a beautiful place.

[@andiedance8263]

this is indeed a beauty spot its gorgeous with the snow love that baby boy big hugs

[@aayushiparikh2317]

Absolutely love these kind of edits over live streams 😍😍😍😍 these edited videos are absolutely perfect ❤️

[@onlyinjapan]

Thank you :) but it’s not a competition. They’re just different. Live streams are meant to be watched live - but give the feeling of being there with me. Now as more edited content flows, it’ll be nice for more people to join me live on the adventures. Hopefully KZbin finds a way in their heart to allow 1080p streams this year when speeds allow. Next video here is next week *\(^o^)/*

[@kenc2257]

What a neat place. The views around town are amazing--like traveling back in time. Beautiful.

[@thaleschaun]

OMG, I loved this episode!!! I'm already feeling warmer :D