Once a tranquil retreat where visitors could immerse themselves in Kinugawa’s spring waters, the public bath now lies in complete disrepair, overtaken by nature. The remains of Kappa Onsen sit in quiet ruin, its once-grand glass facade barely visible through thick layers of foliage. Trees press against the structure, vines wrapping around rusted railings as the forest slowly pulls it back into the landscape.
In stark contrast, the modern hotels of Kinugawa Onsen still stand beyond, their presence highlighting the divide between past and present. At the center of it all, the bath itself is almost lost beneath the overgrowth, its faded blue walls crumbling under layers of moss and dirt. A rusted ladder rises uselessly from a tangle of weeds, once leading guests into warm mineral waters, now left to time.
Perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of abandoned spaces, this fine art photography print brings the atmosphere of Japan’s lost architecture into any space.