Destination
Ginzan
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.
8 ryokans à Ginzan
Notoya Ryokan
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.
à partir de $250 /par nuit
Fujiya Inn
藤屋
An Edo-period ryokan reborn through architect Kengo Kumas stunning 2006 renovation, featuring bamboo screens, stained glass, and five private theme baths.
à partir de $500 /par nuit
Ginzanso
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.
à partir de $200 /par nuit
Kosekiya Bekkan
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.
à partir de $250 /par nuit
Honkan Kosekiya
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.
à partir de $300 /par nuit
Takimikan
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.
à partir de $200 /par nuit
Nagasawa Heihachi
永澤平八
A 1925 Taisho-era ryokan with two private open-air baths, river-facing rooms overlooking the iconic streetscape.
à partir de $200 /par nuit
Kozankaku
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.
à partir de $180 /par nuit