Japan on the beach side: Sadogashima 佐渡島

280 kilometers of splendid coastline

 

A priori, the island of Sado ( Sadogashima in Japanese) located in the northwest of Japan, off the coast of the prefecture of Niigata, does not evoke seaside pleasures. Be aware, however, that if you visit the island in summer, you can enjoy summer heat and especially its crystal clear waters traversed by warm currents, its magnificent almost deserted beaches and its lovely coves.

 

Further north, Tassha beach stretches along the village of the same name. A small rocky cavity in the sea is a delight for explorers. From Tassha extends the splendid bay of Senkaku with its steep coast formed by five small bays bordered by cliffs. You can visit them by boat or better, by glass bottom boat to admire the aquatic fauna. Just at the end of the bay, the crystal clear waters of the pebbly Nyuzaki Beach , about 1 kilometer long, are perfect for snorkeling, fishing or just admiring the scenery. A free campsite is available to visitors.

La plage de Tassha, Sadogashima

Tassha Beach, Sadogashima

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Plage de Nyuzaki,, Sadogashima

Nyuzaki Beach, Sadogashima

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    Ryotsu port is connected to Niigata port by ferries (2h30) or hydrofoil (1h). The port of Ogi is connected to that of Naoetsu (near the city of Niigata) by the Sado Kisen ferries (except from November to February). One to three ferries per day, 2h30 journey.

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