
Source: あゆ Ayu (@auki999) - image used with permission
This mountain hot spring town may be Japan’s most photogenic winter wonderland
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Japanese musician, photographer and Twitter user あゆ Ayu (@auki999) posted a beautiful photo they took in Ginzan Onsen 銀山温泉, a hot spring resort nested in the mountains of Yamagata Prefecture and famous for its charming, retro decor.
Take a look at this photo of the town at night carpeted in white under gently falling snow.
Reproduced with permission from あゆ Ayu (@auki999)
"I want you to see this beautiful snowy night at Ginzan Onsen"
Thanks to Ayu's photographic skills, the snowflakes look like translucent balls of light, creating a magical atmosphere!
A couple walking together on the lower left side also adds to the photo's charm.
The beautiful image elicited comments such as:Even if you can't visit this year, the next time you're headed to Japan in the winter season, Ginzan Onsen is one destination you may want to consider!