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A fairytale hot spring village hidden in the mountains of Yamagata Prefecture, where Taisho-era wooden ryokans line both banks of the Ginzan River, illuminated by gas lamps at dusk. Originally built around a 15th-century silver mine, this tiny town of just 13 inns is one of Japans most photogenic destinations.
Ginzan Onsen Ryokan Guide
Looking for hotels in Ginzan? Compare 8 traditional ryokans and modern onsen hotels — private baths, English-speaking staff, vegetarian kaiseki, and tattoo-friendly options all filterable in one place.
See our editors' top picks for Ginzan8 ryokans in Ginzan
藤屋
An Edo-period ryokan reborn through architect Kengo Kumas stunning 2006 renovation, featuring bamboo screens, stained glass, and five private theme baths.
from $500 / per night · per person
能登屋旅館
The most iconic ryokan in Ginzan, a registered tangible cultural property built in traditional folk-house style with elaborate wooden carvings.
from $250 / per night · per person
9.6/10仙峡の宿 銀山荘
The largest and most modern ryokan near Ginzan, featuring open-air lying-down baths, hot stone spa, and spacious river-view rooms.
from $200 / per night · per person
9.5/10滝と蕎麦の宿 瀧見館
A hilltop ryokan overlooking Shirogane Falls, famous for its breathtaking open-air bath views and handmade soba noodles.
from $200 / per night · per person
伝統の宿 古山閣
A nostalgic early-Showa wooden inn with retro furnishings, two private baths, and rooms overlooking the historic streetscape.
from $180 / per night · per person
古勢起屋別館
A traditional folk-house style annex in the heart of Ginzans historic street, with shared access to Ginzansos modern bath facilities.
from $250 / per night · per person
9.9/10本館古勢起屋
A newly reopened (2022) registered cultural property offering all-inclusive stays with unique themed indoor baths reflecting Ginzans mining heritage.
from $300 / per night · per person
永澤平八
A 1925 Taisho-era ryokan with two private open-air baths, river-facing rooms overlooking the iconic streetscape.
from $200 / per night · per person
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