Ginzan Onsen is a place where you can often see wooden inns lined up on either side of the river on posters at train stations.
Among them stands the historic Kozankaku.
In this article, I will introduce the charm of Kozankaku, which is full of Taisho romanticism.

Location of Kozankaku


Location of Kozankaku
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Ginzan Onsen is a popular hot spring resort in Yamagata with a Taisho romantic atmosphere. The area is lined with charming inns built between the Taisho and early Showa periods. Among them is the 90-year-old Kozankaku, a traditional Japanese inn. The snow-covered landscape creates an even more romantic atmosphere of a hidden hot spring.
Kozankaku is a good old-fashioned onsen ryokan that is still in operation with its facilities intact.
Although the facilities are old, they are clean and comfortable.
 If you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of the hot spring resort, this is the inn for you.

Attractions of Kozankaku


Attractions of Kozankaku
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The best part is the location where you can enjoy the retro atmosphere of the town.
The old-fashioned gas lamps that line the sidewalks along the river give off a warm glow at night, enveloping the entire hot spring resort in a fantastic atmosphere.
Kozankaku is a building that was originally used as a sake brewery. The trowel paintings carved on the front of the building depict ancient events and customs from January to December, making it a great place to enjoy art as well.
The nostalgic atmosphere of old Japan makes it seem as if time has stopped.

Rooms at Kozankaku

Yamanabe Kazuro

Yamanabe Kazuro
Japanese style room on the street side

Japanese style room on the street side
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Kozankaku Cuisine


Kozankaku Cuisine

Kozankaku Cuisine
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The rice is made from Yamagata’s brand rice, Tsuya-hime.
The rice itself is a feast with its outstanding “grain size,” “white brightness,” “flavor,” “aroma,” and “stickiness.
In spring, the restaurant serves wild vegetables, in summer vegetables, in autumn mushrooms, and in winter, dishes using carefully selected local ingredients.
You can also enjoy Obanazawa beef, a local specialty, cooked in a way that makes the most of the ingredients.

Kozankaku Basic Information

Facility Name Kozankaku
Address 423 Ginzan Onsen, Obanazawa City, Yamagata Prefecture
Phone number 0237-28-2039
Budget Budget for two adults: 28.000 yen – 60.000 yen
Official Site http://kozankaku.com/

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Summary


What did you think?
Ginzan Onsen is a place where you can enjoy hot springs and an extraordinary location.
Why don’t you take a trip and enjoy the classical building of Kozankaku?