The walkway leading to the public baths remains remarkably intact, its thatched bamboo walls still standing firm against time. A simple wooden path guides the way, elevated above a bed of smooth river stones, once meant to evoke a connection with nature before guests immersed themselves in the onsen.
This space feels almost untouched despite the ruin that has consumed much of the hotel. Only the scattered dead leaves and abandoned debris hint at its long abandonment. The filtered light gives the corridor an almost serene quality, a final moment of calm before stepping into the world of decay that now defines Kinugawa Kan.
This fine art photography print captures a rare moment of stillness within an abandoned ryokan, perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of forgotten spaces and Japanese onsen culture.