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

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  • čas přidán 17. 06. 2024
  • 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
    MAP: goo.gl/maps/1ZbDquLxWy4WsYmVA
    ▶︎ Notoya Ryokan 能登屋旅館 ♨️ (Jan 2020) www.notoyaryokan.com
    MAP: goo.gl/maps/YrF34TMgongKtgc6A
    ▶︎ Shirogane-yu Public Bath 銀山温泉 共同浴場 しろがね湯 ♨️
    MAP: goo.gl/maps/5rMRz4HZQqxhiX3t6
    ▶︎ Izu Kokeshi Workshop 伊豆こけし工房・工芸館: www.izu-kokesi.gr.jp
    MAP: goo.gl/maps/cBm5fNz7cRpv4jer7
    ▶︎ 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.
    ★ The ONLY in JAPAN Animated Opening was created for John by D'ART Shtajio dartshtajio.com/​
    ◉ Media Inquiries & Questions: Please contact me through onlyinjapan.tv​ ONLY in JAPAN ® is a registered trademark - All rights reserved.
    John Daub has been a reporter for NHK World TV since 2008 and CZcams creator & producer of the ONLY in JAPAN ® series building a community of over 1.6M. Thanks for watching!
    #onlyinjapan​ #GinzanOnsen #銀山温泉
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  • @onlyinjapanGO
    @onlyinjapanGO Před 2 lety +203

    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
      @onlyinjapan  Před 2 lety +49

      Oh right, I remember that episode in 2020 with Kanae! czcams.com/video/SGWOhiaEKa0/video.html 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
      @yknga Před 2 lety +39

      @@onlyinjapan wth are you talking to urself?

    • @tedsta
      @tedsta Před 2 lety +17

      @Angky Agani He so strange. 😆

    • @valianes
      @valianes Před 2 lety +17

      this has major 2 spidermans meme energy

    • @Kelvin_Foo
      @Kelvin_Foo Před 2 lety +7

      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
    @Suede224 Před 2 lety +267

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

    • @LaNoir.
      @LaNoir. Před 2 lety +17

      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
      @Janka007 Před 2 lety +10

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

    • @TheOncelerxX
      @TheOncelerxX Před 2 lety +2

      I agree what a beautiful intro

    • @matthewfairley4101
      @matthewfairley4101 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @typower9
    @typower9 Před rokem +1

    I loved how you presented the really hot bath! 😊

  • @raymondcenteno5835
    @raymondcenteno5835 Před 2 lety +118

    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.

  • @Hello_katsu
    @Hello_katsu Před 2 lety +7

    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!

  • @StarlordStavanger
    @StarlordStavanger Před 2 lety +59

    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!

  • @cheronroggen9638
    @cheronroggen9638 Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @JerameatC
    @JerameatC Před 2 lety

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

  • @FalloutConspiracy
    @FalloutConspiracy Před 2 lety +3

    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!

  • @vapegod3659
    @vapegod3659 Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @bobjoe7508
    @bobjoe7508 Před 2 lety +27

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

  • @dasnack
    @dasnack Před 2 lety +2

    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.

  • @MaximumPasta
    @MaximumPasta Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @czarodzi9967
    @czarodzi9967 Před 2 lety +18

    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!

  • @kenc2257
    @kenc2257 Před 2 lety

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

  • @lin90210
    @lin90210 Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @UFOBobTV
    @UFOBobTV Před 2 lety +4

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

  • @itsdioandn
    @itsdioandn Před 2 lety

    I always wanted to go here! Thank you John for making this episode, I'll make sure I go there once I can visit Japan!

  • @curtisclark6184
    @curtisclark6184 Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @kezbot2
    @kezbot2 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @aliciamolinar3147
    @aliciamolinar3147 Před 2 lety

    Another fantasticly produced video John! This village is absolutely beautiful, I would live there in a heartbeat! And it's always a treat seeing your sweet little family! 🥰

  • @eddylara7051
    @eddylara7051 Před 2 lety +1

    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 💪🏼

  • @lethaldoug1366
    @lethaldoug1366 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video!
    It's so cool to see you with a child now too! I've always been intimidated about travelling to Japan with a small baby, but it's great to see how much you all adventure together.

  • @thaleschaun
    @thaleschaun Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @leomelblanco
    @leomelblanco Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @Qub3rs
    @Qub3rs Před 2 lety

    Just wow... the view and the town are just gorgeous 🥰

  • @deesee7098
    @deesee7098 Před 2 lety +11

    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 🤣

  • @IrishKeshiHead
    @IrishKeshiHead Před 2 lety +5

    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.

  • @keyup2626
    @keyup2626 Před 2 lety

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

  • @henrychew235
    @henrychew235 Před 2 lety

    Thanks John for this excellent video!! Definitely informative while showing all the fun one can have in this onsen! Looking forward to more before we can travel to Japan!!

  • @cwintland13
    @cwintland13 Před rokem +20

    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 .

  • @n20games52
    @n20games52 Před 2 lety +2

    What a magical place!

  • @susanmoniz6537
    @susanmoniz6537 Před 2 lety

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

  • @tomithot261
    @tomithot261 Před 2 lety

    It's on my bucket list ... you do an amazing job sharing sights / history / and those little special tips. Loved seeing Leo ...

  • @tonybrigner3866
    @tonybrigner3866 Před 2 lety

    thank you both for the tour its a pretty little town

  • @TLavery707
    @TLavery707 Před 2 lety +2

    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!

  • @bonbonandpumpkin2463
    @bonbonandpumpkin2463 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for this video - it has been very difficult to find one like this on Ginzan Onsen, and I’ve been searching very about 2 years !
    You’ve filled the gap- such a magical place ❤️
    Nothing like Japan in wintertime …..

  • @cyberrider1765
    @cyberrider1765 Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @cjlindallas7749
    @cjlindallas7749 Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @garp0
    @garp0 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @KosmoAlx
    @KosmoAlx Před 2 lety

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

  • @innerworldsotherworldsjour9744

    Great job John! I like the high quality, well edited and brief but too the point presentation of this travel video! It was also great to see you and your family having a great time together you all deserve it so much! Best wishes from USA!

  • @justjen139
    @justjen139 Před 2 lety

    Love it! Thank you for such a great video. It was wonderful.

  • @spiritofjapan
    @spiritofjapan Před 2 lety +1

    Great place to visit and a fantastic travel guide!

  • @RedMapleCanada
    @RedMapleCanada Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @raditya4387
    @raditya4387 Před 2 lety +1

    Winter time in Japan is so beautiful...

  • @strappernick9891
    @strappernick9891 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @f3n1xplat3ad0
    @f3n1xplat3ad0 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @lisalarose812
    @lisalarose812 Před 2 lety

    So relaxing to watch in these tough times💚

  • @guillermocastillo7202
    @guillermocastillo7202 Před 2 lety

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

  • @kevinw3031
    @kevinw3031 Před rokem +1

    The cinematography and shots you made are simply beautiful!

  • @BlayReloaded
    @BlayReloaded Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @snerps
    @snerps Před rokem +2

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

  • @vallerydo
    @vallerydo Před 2 lety

    Your video productions are always so beautiful, well done, and apparent with how much love you put into it. Thank you so much for making contents like this for us 💖

  • @yvan2218
    @yvan2218 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @michalislamprinos38
    @michalislamprinos38 Před 2 lety

    Beautiful picturesque village... Thanks for sharing ☺️

  • @michaelanderson1476
    @michaelanderson1476 Před 2 lety +6

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

  • @khunpingpong
    @khunpingpong Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @Hollylivengood
    @Hollylivengood Před 2 lety +1

    That was so beautiful.

  • @leodalitz6885
    @leodalitz6885 Před 2 lety

    Thank you John another great video that makes me want to visit Japan! Hopefully in a couple years.

  • @Toartaulu
    @Toartaulu Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @blueberry7keys
    @blueberry7keys Před rokem +1

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

  • @jessaendiape3072
    @jessaendiape3072 Před rokem +14

    I've been wondering for a long time why it isn't you anymore in the old CZcams channel. FINALLY I've found YOUR channel and I am so happy. Watching the "old CZcams 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! ♥

  • @aqryllic
    @aqryllic Před 2 lety

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

  • @Jules-ix9ih
    @Jules-ix9ih Před rokem +1

    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.

  • @rckanyakumari
    @rckanyakumari Před 2 lety

    Japan is beautiful. Thanks for sharing your journey.

  • @LetsgowithHyro
    @LetsgowithHyro Před 2 lety

    Stunning area and video! I’m certainly marking this one down as a place to visit in the future! Thanks for the video!

  • @wiboxermom7829
    @wiboxermom7829 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful. Simply beautiful.

  • @Chuckme888
    @Chuckme888 Před 2 lety

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

  • @EWAMILENAP
    @EWAMILENAP Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful opening😍Like in a fairy tale👼

  • @Neo-mr8ts
    @Neo-mr8ts Před 2 lety

    Thank you for showing us John. It's beautiful ❤️.

  • @cyabaib
    @cyabaib Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @kringhetto
    @kringhetto Před 2 lety +50

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

  • @PoemedByTony
    @PoemedByTony Před 2 lety

    This is the cleanest episode ever!

  • @Nevrop-no5rt
    @Nevrop-no5rt Před 2 lety

    Such a beautiful resort!! Love to see you and your wonderful family John!! Enjoy!

  • @kefumna
    @kefumna Před 2 lety +1

    Really like the high quality video. Thanks John!

  • @tngdks
    @tngdks Před 2 lety +1

    Incredible work John. That's an awesome place. A must visit for me when I come to Japan. Thanks!!!

  • @sharry4076
    @sharry4076 Před 2 lety +2

    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 🙂

  • @xiangnibian8473
    @xiangnibian8473 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful recording of a fairy lifestyle. Thank you!

  • @moannan8879
    @moannan8879 Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @ZalyQQ
    @ZalyQQ Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @shannondore
    @shannondore Před 2 lety +50

    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.😊

  • @aayushiparikh2317
    @aayushiparikh2317 Před 2 lety +2

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

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Před 2 lety +1

      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 CZcams finds a way in their heart to allow 1080p streams this year when speeds allow. Next video here is next week *\(^o^)/*

  • @michaelhall8586
    @michaelhall8586 Před rokem

    Wow what a beautiful place. I hope it stays beautiful forever!

  • @1ChilledDude
    @1ChilledDude Před 2 lety +50

    "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!😊

  • @nekochan2656
    @nekochan2656 Před 2 lety

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

  • @creativecooktravely886

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

  • @cazfish
    @cazfish Před 2 lety +1

    Amazing chapters. Thank you for your incredible work.

  • @mrsjiyoon
    @mrsjiyoon Před 2 lety

    What a nice episode! Going in my Japan checklist

  • @KodamaBoy69
    @KodamaBoy69 Před 2 lety +4

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

  • @valentinkohler2017
    @valentinkohler2017 Před 2 lety

    Thank you soo much for this episode
    It was great and very smooth to watch....PERFECT
    I love Onsen baths and also Onsen towns
    You are definitely the best CZcamsr
    👍

  • @Zhuyou
    @Zhuyou Před 2 lety

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

  • @guilhermemartins2606
    @guilhermemartins2606 Před 2 lety +4

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

  • @sourishaviation
    @sourishaviation Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @yaboigabe7254
    @yaboigabe7254 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video John! I hope I can go to Notoya Ryokan one day, the whole town is so pretty!! Great to see another upload so soon after the previous. Sorry for not keeping up with the live streams, been busy with college. Keep up the great work!

  • @ivonne5987
    @ivonne5987 Před 2 lety +5

    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! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻☺️

  • @outdooradventures1
    @outdooradventures1 Před rokem +3

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

  • @REVIEWSONTHERUN
    @REVIEWSONTHERUN Před 2 lety

    Amazing town and amazing architecture design. Cool work. Thank you for sharing it. ✌️

  • @stephendelacruzone
    @stephendelacruzone Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @manci.manwlhs
    @manci.manwlhs Před rokem +1

    I love Oshin. I've binge watched the series a couple of times 😅 It's sort of historical fiction and drama, which I love.
    Now I am binge watching your videos 😊 Thank you and keep it up.