From Niigata to Sado Island!

I originally thought it was a small island similar in size to Taiwan's Xiaoliuqiu, but it turned out to be even larger than Okinawa! It was my first time renting a motorbike in Japan, and the sea breeze was incredibly strong, with crystal-clear waters!

We visited a beautiful train station and also went to the gold mine for a gold panning experience. Unfortunately, due to time constraints, I couldn't pan for more gold.

The famous tarai-bune (tub boat) was too far away, and it was impossible to make a round trip by motorbike in one day! If you want to ride the tarai-bune, you definitely need to stay overnight on Sado Island—it’s absolutely worth it!

Post by XY Lin | Jun 19, 2025