Sado Island Guide: Niigata’s UNESCO Gold-Mine Island, Tub Boats and Taiko Drumming
Sado Island is one of Japan’s most overlooked destinations: a UNESCO-listed gold mine, famous taiko drumming, wooden tub boats, sake breweries, and one of the most dramatic coastlines on the Sea of Japan. This complete guide covers how to reach Sado from Tokyo, the best time of year to visit, where to stay, what to eat, and how to plan a 2- or 3-day Sado itinerary as a first-time visitor to Japan.
