Sagi no Yu Onsen

Rising in the hills of Yasugi City, Sagi no Yu Onsen sits next to the Adachi Museum of Art, famous for a garden repeatedly chosen as the finest in Japan. Its name is said to come from a legend in which a wounded heron soaked in the water and healed its injury. A few inns stand quietly side by side, and the setting, which lets you enjoy a relaxed bath before or after visiting the museum, has endeared it to many travelers.

Highlights

The greatest appeal is that after admiring the famous garden of the Adachi Museum you can bathe at an inn just a short walk away. The clear, gentle water tenderly eases a body tired from touring the grounds. Green satoyama hills surround the area, spreading a quiet and settled atmosphere. Here you can savor both garden and hot spring in a luxurious stay.

Enjoying the Seasons

In spring, cherry trees bloom in the hills, and the season brightens along with the borrowed scenery of the garden. Summer greenery is vivid to the eye, and the cool breeze after a bath feels pleasant. Autumn deepens the surrounding foliage, offering the luxury of pairing the garden colors with bath hopping. In winter, the snow clad garden shows a painting like beauty, and its contrast with the warm water is a special treat.

Access and Basic Information

The onsen is in Furukawa, Yasugi City. It is convenient to reach by the free shuttle bus to the Adachi Museum from Yasugi Station on the JR Sanin Main Line. It is easy to reach by car from central Yonago and Matsue, making it a popular base for touring the Sanin region. Some inns accept day visitors, so you can drop by easily together with the museum.

A Quick Tip

Because the Adachi Museum keeps set opening hours, planning how to split your time between the garden and the bath is reassuring. Pausing in the water after touring the garden heightens the satisfaction of the journey. Savor both the famous garden and the fine spring to your heart content.