Yuushien is a beautiful Japanese strolling garden on Daikonshima, a volcanic island in Lake Nakaumi near Matsue. It is best known for peonies: the island is a major grower, and the garden displays them year-round, most spectacularly in a winter arrangement of hundreds of blooms floating on the surface of the pond. Around a central pond with waterfalls and stepping stones, the garden also grows Korean ginseng, another local speciality, and glows with azaleas in spring and maples in autumn. An indoor peony house means the flowers can be seen whatever the season.
🗓️ At a Glance
| Location | Matsue, Shimane |
| Hours | ~10:00–17:00 (seasonal) |
| Admission | ~¥1,000 (higher in peony season) |
| Time needed | 1–1.5 hours |
| Best time | Peonies year-round; winter floating display |
What to See
- Thousands of peonies, displayed year-round.
- The winter display of blooms floating on the pond.
- Korean ginseng, a Daikonshima speciality.
- Azaleas in spring and maples in autumn.
Combine Your Visit
- Combine with the Adachi Museum nearby.
- Pair with Matsue Castle and the lakeside city.
- Read our Shimane overview .
Getting There
- By bus: buses run to Daikonshima from Matsue; check the timetable.
- By car: across the causeway from Matsue, with parking.
Tips
Come for a specific display rather than by chance — the winter floating peonies on the pond are the signature image and worth timing your visit for, while spring brings the outdoor peony beds into full bloom. The indoor peony house guarantees flowers year-round, and the garden pairs naturally with the Adachi Museum for a garden-focused day around Matsue.
