Sights

A gigantic industrial heritage site which was once the largest ore beneficiation plant in East Asia

The historic community of houses that has survived since the Edo Era

An ancient temple surrounded by a cedar forest with an impressive five story pagoda that took two generations of temple carpenters to complete

This ancient temple in the lush green mountain was built in the Heian Era to resemble Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto

The remains of a once flourishing gold mine boasting Japan’s highest output, discovered during the Edo Era

The island was a former penal colony but now is a place you can enjoy traditional culture together with the beautiful nature

Experience gold panning as you learn all about the historic gold mines of Sado

A gallery amassing the elegant pottery of Sekisui Ito, a Living National Treasure

The sight of recreated mine workers from 400 years ago

A novel experience! The history of Sado is told through robots in the costumes of old

A giant peak that soars high into the sky from ocean surface. See this dynamic scene only found on Sado!

The remains of a once flourishing gold mine boasting Japan’s highest output, discovered during the Edo Era

The island was a former penal colony but now is a place you can enjoy traditional culture together with the beautiful nature

Experience gold panning as you learn all about the historic gold mines of Sado

Enjoy a cruise viewing scenery interweaving sheer cliffs and a complex bay

Try a 90-minute sea kayaking course that takes you into the rough waves of the Sea of Japan!

A wide swath of terraced rice paddies cultivated on a slope through natural agricultural methods

The two large rocks that burst from the sea form an ever-changing secluded beach depending on the season and weather

A mystical cedar forest which has existed for about 300 years with huge trees uniquely shaped through the actions of strong winds and snow

Tour an inlet by tarai bune (tub boat). Enjoy your time on the gentle sea current

The remains of a once flourishing gold mine boasting Japan’s highest output, discovered during the Edo Era

The island was a former penal colony but now is a place you can enjoy traditional culture together with the beautiful nature

Experience gold panning as you learn all about the historic gold mines of Sado

Enjoy a cruise viewing scenery interweaving sheer cliffs and a complex bay

Try a 90-minute sea kayaking course that takes you into the rough waves of the Sea of Japan!

The precious toki, or crested ibis, that had once disappeared from the skies of Japan, have returned

A novel experience! The history of Sado is told through robots in the costumes of old

As soon as you hear it, your heart will throb, as soon as you beat it, your heart will sing! The attraction of taiko drumming linked to the heart!

The two large rocks that burst from the sea form an ever-changing secluded beach depending on the season and weather

A gigantic industrial heritage site which was once the largest ore beneficiation plant in East Asia

The historic community of houses that has survived since the Edo Era

Tour an inlet by tarai bune (tub boat). Enjoy your time on the gentle sea current

A giant peak that soars high into the sky from ocean surface. See this dynamic scene only found on Sado!

This ancient temple in the lush green mountain was built in the Heian Era to resemble Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto

The remains of a once flourishing gold mine boasting Japan’s highest output, discovered during the Edo Era

The precious toki, or crested ibis, that had once disappeared from the skies of Japan, have returned

The sight of recreated mine workers from 400 years ago

A novel experience! The history of Sado is told through robots in the costumes of old

As soon as you hear it, your heart will throb, as soon as you beat it, your heart will sing! The attraction of taiko drumming linked to the heart!

Try a 90-minute sea kayaking course that takes you into the rough waves of the Sea of Japan!

The two large rocks that burst from the sea form an ever-changing secluded beach depending on the season and weather

There are 30 kinds of Buddhist experiences. This is a temple filled with entertainment!

A gallery amassing the elegant pottery of Sekisui Ito, a Living National Treasure

Head for the brewery for high-grade sake. Sample famous first-class sake from Sado

Get to know Mumyoi-yaki through a DIY workshop and find out about the subtlety and beauty of clay.

As mysterious Noh performances float amid the fire illuminating the darkness, the true charm of outdoor Noh is experienced with all five senses

Fresh seafood cuisine at the northernmost tip of Sado Island featuring local ingredients specially selected by shopkeepers.