Off the coast of Niigata prefecture lies Sado Island, a treasure trove, just waiting to be explored.
About a 2 hour bullet train ride from Tokyo and a boat ride away, Sado has much to offer to the wanderlust traveller.
Looking to be one with nature? Camp at our primeval forests, farm on our cascading rice paddies, or enjoy our fields of seasonal flowers.
Quaint, rustic villages dot our coastlines, offering breathtaking sunrise and sunset views.
Hungry for some authentic Japanese food? Taste our locally brewed sake, homemade Sado delicacies and fresh caught seafood.
Want some hands-on experience of Japanese culture? Join in our seasonal festivals and try dancing onidaiko.
Steer one of our iconic tarai-bune tub-shaped boats over our blue-green waters. Enjoy authentic outdoor fireside noh performances.
Looking to reconnect with the past? Travel back in time by walking through our abundant shrines and temples, some dating back to the Edo period.
Come and explore Japan on the off beaten track at Sado Island!
