Sado Island Gold Mines
Japan's storied gold island — where hand-worked mines cleft a whole mountain in two.
- Island
- March – May (cherry blossom), October – November (autumn)
About Sado Island Gold Mines
Highlights
- The Doyu-no-Warito split mountain
- The historic gold mine tunnels
- Tarai-bune tub boats
- Crested ibis conservation centre
- Coastal scenery and sea caves
- Sado's taiko drumming heritage
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Sado Island Gold Mines · Around the island · 1 island
Local attractions & tours
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When to visit Sado Island Gold Mines
March – May (cherry blossom), October – November (autumn)
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