Sakunami Onsen

What it is

• A hot spring district located along the Hirose River in Sendai City.
• Legend says the monk Gyoki discovered the spring in the year 721.
• Formal development of the resort began in 1796 by Iwamatsu Kisozi.
• The waters contain sodium, calcium, sulfate, and chloride at high temperatures.

What to see

• Natural hot spring baths situated along the banks of the Hirose River.
• The Miyako no Yu facility which offers bathing for day-use visitors.
• The nearby Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Distillery located a short distance away.
• Scenic views of the river valley from the hot spring district.

Getting there

• Access the area via the JR Senzan Line to Sakunami Station.
• Sendai City buses run directly from Sendai Station to the hot spring district.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.