How the World's Oldest Hotel Survived 1300 Years ★ ONLY in JAPAN

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  • Опубліковано 13 чер 2024
  • Keiunkan is the World's Oldest Hotel, the 2nd oldest business and their secret to surviving so long boils down to a simple explanation - but of course it's more complicated than that. This story will give you much insight into family businesses in Japan and why Japan has 9 of the top 15 oldest businesses in the world.
    Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan is a 3 hour drive past Mt Fuji, Fujiyoshida in Japan's southern Alps. It's hidden, very little competition, very little to do here but relax! Bring a book.
    😎 Joe Hattab does Japanese hotels: • جربت أغرب فنادق بالياب... Joe came with me to film this hotel and his episode is an amazing overview of all the special hotels in Japan!
    NOTE:
    Tokugawa Ieyasu was the first Shogun of the Edo era. I forgot to add the era in the narration. Japan had Shogun before Tokugawa.
    00:00 INTRO
    00:54 World's Oldest Hotel: Proof & Philosophy
    03:13 The Hot Spring Water
    05:04 The Stay Experience
    07:30 The Food: Japanese Ryokan Meals
    09:47 The History: 705 to 2023
    11:57 The Future: 53rd CEO's Successor
    Map: goo.gl/maps/FpC7CKLtVKjKKcXK8
    URL: www.keiunkan.co.jp/en/
    #onlyinjapan #worldsoldest #keiunkan
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  • @kezbot2
    @kezbot2 Рік тому +79

    The ultimate example of business resilience 👏👏 what an incredible history

  • @raymondcenteno5835
    @raymondcenteno5835 Рік тому +198

    I'm really amazed that the ryokan was able to continue operating despite all of the events that has happened: numerous natural disasters, succession issues, among others. I think it would be really cool to say that you've stayed at the oldest hotel in the world. Do they display the Guinness award in the hotel grounds?

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +42

      They do, they let me take it outside for the opening 😂 it’s at the reception desk.

    • @zainmudassir2964
      @zainmudassir2964 Рік тому +4

      Survived word war 2!

    • @mikeohawk95
      @mikeohawk95 Рік тому

      Aka workd oldest hotel even to tokyos robotic attractions all ready to go, even as long lasting as Native American lands

    • @larrylaffer3246
      @larrylaffer3246 Рік тому

      It's definitely withstood whatever Murphy's Law could throw at it.

    • @mikeohawk95
      @mikeohawk95 Рік тому

      @@larrylaffer3246 yet building was remade like the Buddha statue south of Kyoto n east of Osaka

  • @posposu21
    @posposu21 Рік тому +11

    2回泊まったことがあります。値段はそこまで高くありませんが、温泉も食事も部屋もサービスも、どれも一級品でした。とても良かったです。また泊まりに行きたいです。

  • @xxdangergirlxx9719
    @xxdangergirlxx9719 5 місяців тому +2

    Wow, I just love hearing about the history of this place and really enjoyed this video. Now I need to make a trip to this Ryokan when I visit Japan.

  • @LoonaticOrbit
    @LoonaticOrbit Рік тому +44

    Wow, the dedication the owners and employees have for this place is simply amazing to see.

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +8

      I’m so glad you noticed it. It’s so far from places like the supermarket and school, you really give up a lot to work here. It’s a beautiful spot to enjoy hot springs but I can imagine hard to live. To do a 5 star classy job too says so much about the ryokan’s culture here.

    • @Hay8137g
      @Hay8137g День тому

      @@onlyinjapanno it just means that Japan had been brutal with survival and racists.

  • @carolineindacityphx
    @carolineindacityphx Рік тому +56

    This ryokan is a true testament to the phrase, changing with the times, and adaptability. Another great video. I watched the other episode by another UA-camr, but I liked this one because it was more personable. I especially enjoyed seeing Kanae and Leo, enjoying family time. Very sweet. ❤️😍🥰

  • @JenS821
    @JenS821 Рік тому +69

    John, I have been following your channel for years! You never fail to highlight Japan in a way that makes the county and its people, relatable but really providing a feeling of connection to others. From different prefectures, towns, cities, islands and history. I have learned so much. I wish the new owner continued success and I hope to one day visit his Ryokan.

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +9

      Thank you so much for watching for so long! I really loved making this and everything I put up - Japan is so awesome as a home (for 25 years) 🏡 and I’m glad we can share it together here ٩(^‿^)۶

    • @helloall4400
      @helloall4400 Рік тому

      @@onlyinjapanhey John I’m also a long time follower of your channel. I served as a marine in Okinawa for 3 years and I would absolutely love seeing you do a bunch of videos on the ryukyu islands if possible. Thank you 🙏

  • @persnikitty3570
    @persnikitty3570 Рік тому +47

    Simply amazing, and thank you for all you do for us. That water pressure was absurd, and testament towards how blessed they are with their location.

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +13

      They are trying to get the record for most water pressure I think 😂 💦

  • @aryogono6338
    @aryogono6338 Рік тому +5

    Just wow. 😮1300 years old. Literally over a milenia. Another perfect example of what you can find "Only in Japan". 👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽

  • @tkyap2524
    @tkyap2524 Рік тому +13

    Lasted since 705 AD. Fantastic feat despite upheavals of one kind or the other. When you stick to your core business, the chances of success are there.

  • @stanross6627
    @stanross6627 Рік тому +12

    Wow ! What an amazing legacy, over 1300 years old ! Definitely a bucket list place to visit! Best wishes on many many more years success!

  • @dalejay8901
    @dalejay8901 Рік тому +13

    A masterpiece! History, cultural tradition, economic case history - all woven together with superb editing.

  • @jason_from_canada
    @jason_from_canada Рік тому +32

    Such an interesting history! I really enjoyed musical choices as they fit the episode perfectly and really added to the stories being told. Thanks John! 👍♨

  • @DC9848
    @DC9848 Рік тому +10

    Splendid episode, thank you for continuing to make these gems for us!

  • @Pebbles2639
    @Pebbles2639 Рік тому +16

    Thanks for the awesome video John great as always! I am definitely adding this to my bucket list! If I had known about this earlier I would of tried to squeeze it into my trip in a few days.

  • @Lifeperhour94
    @Lifeperhour94 Рік тому +3

    What a beautiful hotel and such a humble proud owner.

  • @jkoadventures7401
    @jkoadventures7401 Рік тому +13

    Excellent historical video! So much information in this episode, plus the video clarity is fantastic. Thank you for educating us about this treasure! 💞💞💞

  • @mmhope9411
    @mmhope9411 Рік тому +7

    Thank you for sharing this with us! It's now become one of my favourite videos.

  • @CameronDyerCreative
    @CameronDyerCreative Рік тому +8

    I love how you always show such traditional amazing places that dont get put out often!! Keep up with the great videos 😁

  • @LeaningTowerOfCheese
    @LeaningTowerOfCheese Рік тому +7

    John I tell everyone I know about this channel in the hopes that they will come here and get hooked on your content the way I did. I really enjoyed the music you chose, especially during the stay experience. You honestly deserve way more attention for the work you're doing here. When I watch your videos I get motivated to learn more about Japan and I think that is why you are a great teacher.

  • @c0o1
    @c0o1 Рік тому +15

    Yet another fantastic episode! Thank you very much for keeping us excited to return to Japan!

  • @TotallyTrivial-xm7qj
    @TotallyTrivial-xm7qj Рік тому +25

    Another great video, John! Amazed after this many years, you’re still able to find a hidden nugget like this. Great production value as always! How do we get your more subscribers?!

  • @hellohi821
    @hellohi821 Рік тому +10

    Lovely video! What it takes for a business to remain for 1300 years, and a wonderful place to stay today. 👍

  • @astroboy3507
    @astroboy3507 Рік тому +4

    Yes I remember on go 1,300 years old is quiet amazing history!!! We will be going to 🗻mt Fuji in about 8 weeks time!!!
    Nicely done vid John!!!👍🏻

  • @vasilikonstan
    @vasilikonstan Рік тому +6

    John! I loved it! You did such a great job putting this together. The pacing, the cinematography, the story... It was a pure delight to watch and I will definitely have to watch it at least one more time.

  • @Psychol-Snooper
    @Psychol-Snooper Рік тому +9

    The production value of your videos is so high. The highest of any of my subscriptions by far. It's painful that you get so few views. It's clearly a sign that UA-cam is failing it's creators and viewers.

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +5

      I need to post more and I’ll be finding some help with camera and editing this year to do that. Thank you for the sincere words and I’ve got many good stories coming up, many already filmed.

    • @nunodeazevedo
      @nunodeazevedo Рік тому +2

      True, they are always promoting and recomending trending goofy videos

    • @nunodeazevedo
      @nunodeazevedo Рік тому +2

      And Yes John u love your videos get them flowing ;) if I was a good editor I would offer my work and move there hehehe

    • @Psychol-Snooper
      @Psychol-Snooper Рік тому +1

      @@onlyinjapan I'm sure the IMPOSSIBLY rapid growth of AI will reach UA-cam soon and will get the right content to the right users. I'm certain your efforts will pay off. I cannot wait for the future. :)

    • @Psychol-Snooper
      @Psychol-Snooper Рік тому +1

      @@nunodeazevedo The AI UA-cam uses is rather old tech by AI standards, and you really have to "game" it to get it to suit your tastes. Even then, when they change something you might need to start again (a bit.) Make sure to tell UA-cam AI that you are not interested in a video, or even not to recommend a channel if you know it's content you will NEVER like. Liking and disliking videos helps as well.
      I hope you don't mind me trying to be helpful. :)

  • @arceus54321
    @arceus54321 7 місяців тому +1

    came here from the recent stream. great video john

  • @CptFitzgerald
    @CptFitzgerald Рік тому +4

    The stories you find are always so amazingly good. I've been watching your content for at least seven years and you still blow my mind. How do you do it?

  • @spacejunk2494
    @spacejunk2494 Рік тому +7

    I can’t get enough of this story. I feel like your making this story a bit short. But I love stories like this, with such long history. I would of loved to see the inside of the old hotel. But if its gone, its gone.

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +3

      I’d have to do 1 hour or more to cover all 1300 years 😂 there are more old things in Japan than maybe anywhere else to tell stories about. I think this channel has a reputation for getting to the historical roots a bit more than others who might see it being boring. Nothing is boring if you have rocking music in the background 👨🏼‍🎤🤙

  • @em0jr
    @em0jr Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing this treasure. I have to put this on my list of, "Places to Visit".

  • @malakangel9322
    @malakangel9322 Рік тому +3

    John , it’s always a delight to watch your unique perception of Japan!

  • @01seiyer74
    @01seiyer74 Рік тому +1

    素晴らしいです。お風呂と景色、シンプルな料理もよい。

  • @bronp1457
    @bronp1457 Рік тому +2

    John, we have watched your content for years and you never disappoint. We are heading back to Japan April 15 and so excited. Your videos kept us going through covid. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

  • @awesomejust100
    @awesomejust100 Рік тому +2

    incredible! Great story telling once again John!

  • @tylerarriola1831
    @tylerarriola1831 2 місяці тому

    Been enjoying your videos since the old channel days, John. They’ve always transported me to Japan for some minutes out of my day, so thank you and keep making content! One day I hope I can leave California and travel around Japan and stay at Nisiyama and learn about all the history. ♥️

  • @csh182
    @csh182 Рік тому +2

    I absolutely love your videos Mr. Daub! Always very informative and entertaining! Can’t wait till the next one. I’ll be visiting Japan this summer, and I hope to run into you, take it easy.

  • @Blake44b
    @Blake44b Рік тому

    Fantastic episode. I've always loved this type from you.

  • @krystalshepherd4582
    @krystalshepherd4582 5 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

  • @anantnarayandash4629
    @anantnarayandash4629 Рік тому

    Thanks John for these amazing videos.

  • @rolandomichel2070
    @rolandomichel2070 Рік тому +2

    JD, another great job and well done sir!
    Thanks for the heads-up to this very unique stay,
    will put it on my list... growing longer by the week!

  • @carstenfischer5098
    @carstenfischer5098 18 днів тому

    Thanks I immediately felt that this is a must see and do for 2 friends and I when We are going to Japan for the first time ever this April. I am falling more and more in love with this amazing country. Love from Denmark 🇩🇰

  • @SarelBezuidenhout
    @SarelBezuidenhout Рік тому +2

    I really appreciate this Video! It's nice to learn some history about Japan!

  • @aakashnand6700
    @aakashnand6700 Рік тому

    Your videos are informative. Please keep them coming more frequently

  • @bobfranklin2572
    @bobfranklin2572 Рік тому +11

    Fantastic to see you and the family having such a genuinely nice time. You covered the history with fantastic detail and respect too as always. Another masterpiece by John! 🫡

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +4

      We loved it and Kawano-san’s kindness turned our family into regular customers!

  • @anthonylamesa7619
    @anthonylamesa7619 7 місяців тому +2

    This is so nice. In any other country, this kind of place would be an awful tourist trap. In Japan, it's still a strong business offering excellent value-for-money to guests.

  • @jarihult
    @jarihult Рік тому +2

    Interesting video ,the hotel itself still looks great 😎Thank you for sharing John 🙂👍!!!

  • @biancajune8963
    @biancajune8963 Рік тому +4

    Very informative and fun to watch. I'm amazed with the history and also on how important the water source was along with the focus to run the hotel. Amazing indeed.

  • @jasoncheung2386
    @jasoncheung2386 Рік тому +2

    Thanks a lot for this great video! Hopefully someday I can go visit this place.

  • @garcurran5079
    @garcurran5079 Рік тому

    Such a wonderful narrator and editor, love these episodes, suits you John

  • @Chalo-ng3nv
    @Chalo-ng3nv 6 місяців тому +1

    That was beautiful. Thank you

  • @Brandania_moble
    @Brandania_moble Рік тому

    Adding to my visit list for next year! Thank you 🥰

  • @jayland1507
    @jayland1507 Рік тому

    This hotel interview is amazing!

  • @michaelcasino8517
    @michaelcasino8517 Рік тому +1

    I don’t know why this channel doesnt have million subscribers? Awesome vid

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому

      I started over. We’ll get there again ٩(^‿^)۶

  • @robertdubois2685
    @robertdubois2685 Рік тому

    Great video John, nice to see you and family getting a short vacation while enjoying the ryokan and hot springs.

  • @liibeebee532
    @liibeebee532 Рік тому

    Such a great video John!😍

  • @johnwakamatsu3391
    @johnwakamatsu3391 Рік тому

    I have watched your videos for a number of years and enjoy seeing different parts of Japan. I thank you for posting this video and reminds when I visited Beppu in 2011.

  • @jmorin6620
    @jmorin6620 Рік тому +2

    If my son gets stationed in Japan, I know where I'm going on my next international trip. So neat!

  • @007007gf
    @007007gf Рік тому +1

    Wonderful historic onsen. What a room with private onsen and a serene view. Food with gold. Poor Joe with the fish. Kanae and Rio looked happy. Great video. Thanks John.

  • @PuddingPop41
    @PuddingPop41 Рік тому

    Fantastic video JD!

  • @glynnpooke
    @glynnpooke Рік тому

    John I love how you find fantastic stories I never knew. Amazing Place and owner.

  • @ma.esther9637
    @ma.esther9637 Рік тому +1

    My favourite country. Never get tired visiting this beautiful and peaceful country. Best of the best❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @F0bius
    @F0bius Рік тому +4

    Tom Scott released a video on the hotel two weeks ago 🙂

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +3

      It was a good video. I filmed this more than 2 months ago and was surprised to see it 😂 I hope this video added to it in a new way. No story that’s 1300 years old can be covered in 13 minutes or less.
      I believe having two voices on this is an asset to viewers. Keiunkan is such a humble place, they deserve a lot of attention for their hard work.

  • @yilunyou7391
    @yilunyou7391 Рік тому

    We simply need more frequent videos from you John!🤩

  • @REVIEWSONTHERUN
    @REVIEWSONTHERUN Рік тому

    Wonderful work. Thanks for sharing it. ✌️

  • @gypsywilkerson197
    @gypsywilkerson197 Рік тому

    Wow, amazing! A definite must visit!

  • @Multi2794
    @Multi2794 8 місяців тому +1

    awesome video !

  • @armandharaidun7637
    @armandharaidun7637 Рік тому +1

    Great and high quality info. Thank's John.
    Greetings from Romania !! 👍👍

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! Just talked with my friend in Cluj! I hope we can visit soon. I need more Țuică ٩(^‿^)۶ and good sarmale! 🇷🇴

  • @annafieduna9588
    @annafieduna9588 Рік тому +3

    Loved it. I certainly will try to stay there when I come to Japan

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +3

      Please do! Very friendly staff and the baths and food are wonderful - it really is an adventurous getaway to Japan’s southern alps! The village next to it is really nice for lunch, world heritage recognized cafe there.

  • @adrianac3258
    @adrianac3258 Рік тому

    Thanks for this video what an amazing place and history ❤

  • @meloon5876
    @meloon5876 Рік тому

    Thk u for showing this awesome historic inn. Will definitely go

  • @kennixox262
    @kennixox262 Рік тому +1

    Looks so relaxing. Looking for my next trip to Japan.

  • @zakkwylde72
    @zakkwylde72 Рік тому

    Great and interesting video John! so much history there!!! would be great the spend a weekend there...

  • @Rowdysnake
    @Rowdysnake Рік тому +1

    Wow! I just saw this video but it’s so crazy, I actually stayed here just a few days before you posted the video! It was an amazing night, definitely loved reserving the private Onsen for myself.

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому

      Oh wow! I’m sure the staff is happy to be busy again. All hotels / ryokan struggled without international travelers. Glad you had a great time!

  • @ASmallPoop
    @ASmallPoop Рік тому +1

    Place looks super relaxing!

  • @lilmaxAlarcxn
    @lilmaxAlarcxn Рік тому +2

    lovely

  • @lvjungle2840
    @lvjungle2840 Рік тому +1

    Wow amazing!

  • @densha63
    @densha63 Рік тому

    I just love the dedication to quality! I have not tried visiting a ryokan even if I have visited Japan for 3x times now. This looks so relaxing. Incredible story of the hotel as well.

  • @andrewfranklin8574
    @andrewfranklin8574 Рік тому

    Wow!! The hotel has witnesses so many era and still stand. No words can describe it.

  • @davidlenders7649
    @davidlenders7649 Рік тому

    What an amazing piece of true Janese history. Arigato. ❤🙏

  • @suleymardominguez5703
    @suleymardominguez5703 Рік тому

    Hello John! I have been following your journey across Japan since 2015. Your family is so beautiful and I feel so emotional time has passed by so quickly. I am now 21 years old and I am finally starting to plan my trip to Japan. Hopefully soon after I graduate from university. Thank you so much for all the videos and resources that will help with my journey too.

  • @kimt9978
    @kimt9978 Рік тому +1

    How such meticulously produced and high quality interesting videos such as this one doesn’t have ten times the views is a mystery and a shame. UA-cam should be promoting this high quality content and the excellent channel Thank you for such wonderful videos

  • @sketchyniso
    @sketchyniso Рік тому +1

    what a awesome spot, that natural hot water is so cool lol id for sure go try look in that cave

  • @Overly_nourished_entity
    @Overly_nourished_entity Рік тому

    Wow! That’s amazing!

  • @marijusofficial
    @marijusofficial Рік тому

    Thank you so much for such video

  • @migzllander91
    @migzllander91 Рік тому

    this should be added to my life's bucket list 🙏

  • @wendyshoowaiching4161
    @wendyshoowaiching4161 Рік тому

    Wow! Amazing

  • @shannondore
    @shannondore Рік тому

    What an amazing place. Just to stay somewhere with so much history but then you have the hot spring baths and that beautiful view. Absolutely stunning.😊

  • @RoCCo_CarmeLL
    @RoCCo_CarmeLL Рік тому

    Superb video.. Wish it would be longer

  • @DanOnTheGo1
    @DanOnTheGo1 Рік тому

    Great video 😊

  • @sharalynn5242
    @sharalynn5242 7 місяців тому +1

    That looked exactly like the room I stayed in! Number 305!

  • @kakusei3672
    @kakusei3672 Рік тому

    Such a good episode wish it was longer

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Рік тому +2

      It could have been 😂 maybe I’ll post the full interview in my 2nd channel, ONLY in JAPAN GO ٩(^‿^)۶ it’s super interesting

  • @lvjungle2840
    @lvjungle2840 Рік тому +1

    This business must live forever

  • @BelloBudo007
    @BelloBudo007 Рік тому +1

    Ryokans are one of my most favourite things about Japan. The first is undoubtedly the Japanese people. They are marvellous. A Ryokan has Onsen & wonderful Japanese people working there. Therefore it's a 'must do' for every trip to Japan.
    The history & location of Keiunkan excites me. I will certainly try my best to visit.

  • @jrco1010
    @jrco1010 Рік тому

    thank you for sharing! hope to visit this ryokan someday!

  • @deenzmartin6695
    @deenzmartin6695 Рік тому +1

    interesting. i hope they continue to stay in business for a very long time.

  • @TryinaD
    @TryinaD Рік тому

    Just watched this after Tom Scott’s video! Love to see this more in depth narration

  • @Mishka305
    @Mishka305 Рік тому

    love your videos

  • @varnlestoff
    @varnlestoff Рік тому

    I love open air hottubs, etc. The contrast between chilly air and hot relaxing water is the best. If you've never felt a cool winter breeze rush past your shoulders as you sit in hot water, you need to some day.

  • @davebrunero5529
    @davebrunero5529 Рік тому +2

    Sounds like a place that would be an honor to visit and stay for a few days/week.

  • @emeksb4823
    @emeksb4823 Рік тому

    I love your intro. This was similar to the intro you had when you had about more than a million subscribers.