• Sekizenkan Main Building in Shima Onsen

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• This hot spring inn is said to have been the model for the Ghibli movie "Spirited Away." It is a historic Ryokan (Japanese inn) with hot springs that was founded over 300 years ago. The red bridge in front of Ryokan (Japanese inn) is very tasteful and atmospheric. It is the oldest surviving hot spring inn in Japan, and is designated as an Important Cultural Property of Gunma Prefecture. Shima Onsen in Gunma Prefecture was the first national health resort hot spring. It might be a good idea to take a relaxing bath in this hot spring resort.
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• A hotel with a panoramic view of Lake Toya and where you can watch fireworks

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• You can stay in the room where Emperor Showa stayed. It has been remodeled, but the retro feel is still there. (I think it's perfect for a family or small group of 5-6 people. Of course, that's if it's available!) You can also see a demonstration of how hot spring manju is baked in the hotel.
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• I think it has a retro feel to it.

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• I recommend Lake Shikotsu in Hokkaido. It is a high-class hotel with a quiet atmosphere where adults can relax more than families with children. However, I don't recommend it in winter because the snowy roads are quite dangerous, but I think it's nice in winter too. Personally, I prefer the lush green Lake Shikotsu in summer. Lake Shikotsu Onsen is also very good, and how about relaxing after a long day of travel by enjoying music and tea while watching the sunset in the lovely salon on the second floor of the hotel...
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• A retro Ryokan (Japanese inn) that is a registered tangible cultural property.

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• Founded in 1931, this is a long-established Ryokan (Japanese inn) that represents Gero Onsen. The main building is a registered tangible cultural property, and still retains the appearance it had when it was first established. The three-story wooden building is surrounded by dense forests, creating a romantic atmosphere. The indoor baths have a retro feel with stained glass, and the open-air bath is in a tranquil environment surrounded by forest. This is the most retro Ryokan (Japanese inn) in Gero Onsen, one of Japan's three most famous historic hot springs.
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• Enjoy Shirahone Onsen in a large open-air bath

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• I recommend Shirahone Onsen in Nagano Prefecture. Mixed-Gender Hot Springs open-air bath is cloudy and you can't see into the water, so it's great for the whole family. The scent of the hot spring wafts into the room, so it's not recommended for those who don't like the smell of sulfur, but the dinner is delicious and can be enjoyed by Japanese hearth, so it's perfect for the retro atmosphere.
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• Escape from the everyday and spend a relaxing time in Yufuin

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• Yufuin is a great place. I went there on a family trip with my parents and children. Even before we went, I was looking forward to a very quaint inn in the middle of nature. We drove quietly along the mountain roads, and a calming building in the middle of deep nature caught our eye. It was evening, and the pleasant breeze, which I didn't expect in June, tickled my nose and seemed to teach me the scent of natural plants. At dinner, we enjoyed the aroma of bamboo while tasting our sake, which was warmed in a bamboo tube, and this is a memorable experience. It was moving to see fireflies flying around to welcome us when we went to the hot spring. Everything about Ryokan (Japanese inn) made us forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life and relax. It was a memorable hot spring inn, and I definitely recommend it.
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• The building and garden are charming.

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• This hot spring resort was founded in 1927 and is a nostalgic hot spring resort. There are about four accommodation facilities, but Kashoen is the one that offers the most retro atmosphere. You can use the baths in all the buildings, so it's fun to try all Visiting hot springs. Although reservations are required, there is a free shuttle bus from Shin-Hanamaki Station.
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• Ryokan (Japanese inn) with a lovely hot spring and a retro atmosphere

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• Among the traditional Kamasaki Onsen, the one I would most highly recommend is the Mogamiya Ryokan (Japanese inn). It is a lovely inn with a purely Japanese wooden atmosphere. There are hearths, baskets, old tools and decorations here and there in the building, which will make you feel nostalgic. As for meals, you can sit at a table in a tatami room, and delicious dishes are brought out one after another. When I stayed there, it was a cold, snowy day (snow is also a good thing), and I had a cough, so the staff was concerned and asked me if I was cold and if I needed any cold medicine. The bath is not very large and does not look elegant, but it has a retro feel and the spring water is of good quality! The price is not expensive, about 10,000 yen (one night with two meals) even on weekends, and some plans are surprisingly cheap, making you think, "Wow, for this price?"
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• Reasonably priced and tasteful accommodation

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• The annex is a historic building, and inside it you can see the layers of Shirahone Onsen on display, creating a unique sight. The facilities are old but well-cleaned, and the hot springs can be used privately for free. The main building is a luxury inn, but if you stay in the annex you can use the hot springs for free, which is a great deal.
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• A friendly Ryokan (Japanese inn) in Ikaho Onsen with a cypress construction and a sense of history

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• Although it is not a flashy luxury inn, it is a historical Ryokan (Japanese inn). It never rests on tradition, and the staff are warm and kind, and treat you with courtesy. The building is old, but it is well-cleaned and does not feel out of place. The area around the stone steps of Ikaho is retro, and the combination of Yokotekan and the stone steps street creates a chic retro atmosphere.
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• It is a hot spring with a lovely, relaxing atmosphere.

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• It has a long history, and the staff are wonderful. The Japanese-style rooms are retro. Even though they are old, the beautifully polished desks and alcoves are wonderful. There are many different types of baths, and the rock bath and cauldron bath are recommended. You can enjoy the various baths while feeling the outside air. The food is also delicious, and I'm sure you will have a fulfilling time. Please enjoy yourself.
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• A historic Ryokan (Japanese inn) in Hakone Yumoto

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• Everything about Ryokan (Japanese inn) is retro. There is a Taisho-era bath with stained glass and mosaic tiles. The interior is very nice and historic. It feels like you've traveled back in time. The shop and lobby have a nostalgic Japanese feel. The large hall is also worth a visit. Please try staying at this Ryokan (Japanese inn).
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• Ginzan Onsen is truly retro

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• The multi-storey buildings lined up along the river are very tasteful. The hot spring town is especially atmospheric and enjoyable in the snowy scenery. Please check out their website. The retro buildings have regulations that prohibit cars from entering, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of the past. The open-air bath with ocean view and the large communal bath are also very relaxing, so this is definitely a recommended Ryokan (Japanese inn).
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• Apparently it was the model for that movie?!

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• It's Ryokan (Japanese inn) with a very unique atmosphere. I heard that it was the model for a Ghibli movie. The inside of the Ryokan (Japanese inn) is like a maze. It was fun to explore the hot springs scattered around the inn. The area around Kanaguya-ya also had the atmosphere of a traditional hot spring town, which is rare these days. I think it's a place where you can relax in a yukata and geta.
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• Gunma's Oigami Onsen is a great place to relax

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• Oigami Onsen itself has a very retro atmosphere, and it feels like a hot spring village. Gorokaku is a purely Japanese-style building. At the time you specify when making a reservation, the landlady and other staff will come to greet you. The corridors are covered with tatami mats, clean, and very comfortable. There are several types of hot springs. There is an open-air bath, but depending on the time of day, it may be women-only or Mixed-Gender Hot Springs. The indoor baths are separated by gender, and you can also enjoy a rose bath. There is also a retro morning market nearby, which is held every day. It was fun to borrow geta and walk around in a yukata. The food was brought to our room and the staff explained the dishes to us. The futon was laid out while we were in the bath. It was a very caring and relaxing inn.
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• The open-air bath at Karinyu is the best

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• I recommend Karinyu in Okukinu Onsen. We went there with the family. It's secluded and quiet, the cloudy water is great, and the service at the inn is also good. There are several types of hot springs, and the open-air bath in the middle of nature, full of Japanese atmosphere, was open and relaxing. The various meals were also delicious. It's a little independent guest cottages, but it was very relaxing. I'd like to stay at this inn again.
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