Aikawa Oma Port and Fukiage Coast Route on foot
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  • Beginners
  • Families
  • 1 – 10 people
  • 2 – 3 hours

Aikawa Oma Port and Fukiage Coast Route on foot

In this walking course, we will learn about the history of the Aikawa Gold and Silver Mines and look for stones that were used to grind ore. If you want to have something sweet, you can stop by Kisuke, a confectionery with a variety of Japanese and Western options. You can also enjoy sweets in the eat-in space. When walking on the coast, you'll find many exposed and sometimes jagged rocks, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothes that are easy to move in.

  •  Geopark Interpretive Panel
  •  Signs
  • Bus Stop

 Itinerary

  • Kirarium Sado
  • 1Oma Port
  • 2Senjojiki Coast
  • 3Fukiage Coast

Kirarium Sado

Before we start the tour, let’s get a basic understanding of the Sado Gold and Silver Mines. The Kirarium Sado guidance facility is the perfect place to start!

This facility is a gateway for visiting Sado Gold and Silver Mines. A theater introduces the story of gold and silver production in an easy-to-understand way, and an exhibition center shows the history of the mines from the modern period to the present day. An entrance fee is required.

Important!
Comprehensive understanding of the history of mine development
(日本語) きらりうむ佐渡の詳細はコチラ！

1Oma Port

Port used for transporting ores, coal, and other mining-related materials

This port, constructed during the Meiji period, was used solely for mining-related shipping of ore, coal, and other materials. As concrete was not yet available, the port was constructed with a material called tataki, a mixture of slaked lime, mud and sand. The port is accessible by car.

Important!
Historical structures at a port where ores were shipped since the Meiji period

2Senjojiki Coast

Scenic coast where visitors can see lava flows from long ago

Visitors can observe lava flows from a time when Japan and Sado Island were still connected to the Asian continent, approximately 20 million years ago. Observe a flat area on the coast called Senjojiki, which was created by uplift of the former seafloor.

Important!
Famous scenic spot since the Meiji period
(日本語) 千畳敷の溶岩流（ジオサイト）紹介！

3Fukiage Coast

Rocks used for millstones to grind ore

Rocks formed by volcanic activity can be found on this coast and were used as millstones in the Aikawa Gold and Silver Mines. The quarry site is on this coast.

Important!
These stones, with an eyeball-like pattern, were indispensable for the mine.
(日本語) 吹上海岸の球顆流紋岩（ジオサイト）紹介！

Kisuke Confectionery

Popular local shop with Japanese and Western sweets

Located near Oma Port, Kisuke confectionery is a popular local shop. You can choose from a variety of Japanese and Western sweets. There is a small eat-in space inside the shop. Grab some sweets on the way back from Fukiage Coast.

Take a stroll in a geopark!

The History of the Kuninaka Plain and Lake Kamo, From the Past to the Present day　　－Local Specialties, nurtured by the earth－

Let's ponder one of the mysteries of Sado Island – what caused the wide, flat, Kuninaka plain to form at its center?

Sado Island has two distinctive mountain ranges – Osado in the north and Kosado in the south, cradling the wide open Kuninaka plain and Lake Kamo in between. There is a close relationship between the formation of the plain and the formation of Lake Kamo. By the end of this course, participants will understand how Kuninaka Plain and Lake Kamo were formed, and how generations of residents have cultivated the local specialties of Sado Island, such as rice.

  • Beginners
  • Families
  • 1 – 10 people
  • 1 – 2 hours

The Role of the Stone Mill in the History of the Gold and Silver Mines

A miraculous discovery that created an island of gold

The stone mill is one technology among many that resulted in the prosperity of the Sado Gold and Silver Mines. Just like gold ore, the rock used for stone mills was produced on Sado Island, and originally created by the geological activities of the earth!

  • Beginners
  • Families
  • 1 – 10 people
  • 1 – 2 hours

Ogi Peninsula Round Trip Route

Ogi Peninsula Round Trip Route

Approximately 13 million years ago, large-scale volcanic activity occurred on the floor of the Japan Sea. The black lava that erupted during this time formed the land of the Ogi Peninsula. The unique landscape created by uplift and the erosion of the peninsula has been designated a national natural monument and a place of scenic beauty. Enjoy this magnificent scenic landscape. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing when walking on the coast because rocks are exposed in many places.

  • Beginners
  • Families
  • 1 – 10 people
  • 4時間

Lake Kamo Round Trip Route

Lake Kamo Round Trip Route

Lake Kamo, the largest lake in Niigata Prefecture, is a brackish lake with a mixture of fresh water and sea water. Oyster cultivation is thriving, and many oyster rafts float on the lake. The lake is home to a rich ecosystem. It is possible to get to each point by car, but we recommend going around the lake by bicycle to enjoy the beautiful scenery at your own pace.

  • Beginners
  • Families
  • 1 – 10 people
  • 2 – 3 hours

Lake Kamo and Ryotsu Town Mini Walking Course

Lake Kamo and Ryotsu Town Mini Walking Course

Why not explore Ryotsu town with a Geopark guide for an hour or so before catching your ferry back to the mainland? Ryotsu Minato is a coastal town originally built on reclaimed land. During the short tour, you can enjoy a view of Mt. Kimpoku from the side of the oyster hut lined Lake Kamo, and learn about the long, narrow sand bar that separates the lake from the open sea.

  • Beginners
  • Families
  • 1 – 10 people
  • 1 – 2 hours

Ogi Peninsula Shukunegi Route

Mars here on Sado?!

How did land shaped by the forces of the sea and earthquakes influence people's lives? Walk on the Shukunegi Coast and explore the links between geology and human activity.

  • Beginners
  • Families
  • 1 – 10 people
  • 1 – 2 hours

Ogi Peninsula Moto-ogi Route

Why are there tub boats in the Ogi area?

Tub boats are small vessels found uniquely on the Ogi Peninsula of Sado Island. Go and discover the reasons for yourself.

  • Beginners
  • Families
  • 1 – 10 people
  • 1 – 2 hours