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Shikishimaso serves all-natural seafood, varying from fish caught by the inn's fishing boat, to seafood sourced from Inakujira Fishing Port or Ryotsu Market. Shikishimaso is confident in the quality of the food they provide. Nature activities at the sea in front of the inn are popular among guests. Shikishimaso also has great access to tourist attractions such as Sado Kinzan Gold Mine and Senkakuwan Bay, just 20-30 minutes away. Shikishimaso houses 29 guestrooms, and large banquet rooms of approximately 100㎡ and 130㎡, and can accommodate a large group of guests for school trips, or other group tours and excursions.

Isaburo's Residence, known as the house with a unique eave decoration, has opened its doors to the public as an accommodation. The old house of a Sengokubune captain, built in 1892, it is now available for use with its interior in the original format. You can feel a sense of history everywhere in the building, with fan-shaped eave decorations, glossy, amber coloured flooring planks, sooked walls, and lacquered beams and cupboards. You'll enjoy exclusive use of the property during your stay. Isaburo's offers a bed-only package, but the building is fully equipped with a self-catering kitchen.

Jugetsukan hotel stands at the source of Sumiyoshi Onsen and Shiizaki Onsen hot springs, and offers hot spa bath with a continuous flow of hot spa water from the source. The inn faces the Ryotsu Bay with a view of the car ferries sailing. In front of the inn lies Sumiyoshi Coast known as a sea fishing spot. Meals provided are seafood dishes prepared from scrupulously selected fresh and flavourful ingredients unique to Sado. The sweet taste of Koshihikari rice which is wholeheartedly home-grown and completely granular is exceptionally delicious.

Sunrise Jogahama is an inn located in Akadomari, in the refreshing environment of southeast Sado, that offers hands-on experiences. As the name suggests, you can see the sun rising above the horizon from guest rooms. In front of the inn lies Jogahama Bathing Beach and behind it are mountains abundant in nature, making Sunrise Jogahama ideal for school trips and training camps as well as ordinary stays and banquets. Workshops on offer include soba noodle-making, fishing from a rocky shore, and folktale retelling, providing a glance at the culture of Sado.

Guesthouse Senkakuwan stands directly next to Senkakuwan Ageshima Yuen. The inn is perfectly located for exploring Aikawa and Sotokaifu in the neighbourhood of Marine Park in Senkakuwan Bay and Tassha Bathing Beach. Guesthouse Senkakuwan treats guests to fresh, locally caught seafood including deluxe sashimi served on a ship-shaped platter for dinner. The guesthouse is a friendly place where tourists and locals can casually pop-in and enjoy menu items such as set meals and donburi (rice with toppings) prepared with special seafood.

Sado Sotokaifu Youth Hostel is situated in front of Iwayaguchi Bus Stop. Magnificent mountains extending along a stream appear in the background, surrounding the area in natural beauty. The beauty of the starry night sky is brilliant. You will be welcomed by Okami, an expert on life in Iwayaguchi, with warm hospitality; including, among other things, dishes made with local ingredients and a bath with home-made herbs. Please, refresh your spirit with pleasant conversation around a sunken hearth, while viewing the sea at dusk.

LOHAS inn Koganeso is located in the Hatano area in the Kuninaka Plain at the heart of Sado. You will be welcomed by the lush nature and delicious fruits of the ground and the sea unique to Sado. With a convenience store 5 minutes away, Koganeso is conveniently located for sightseeing and business. Koganeso and the adjoining Hatano Onsen Shosenkaku shares a front desk. The inn guests can utilise the popular hot spring baths with continuous flows of hot spring water from the source at Shosenkaku.

Andante is an inn run by grape growers who moved to Sado Island in 2015 to start winemaking. While growing grapes for wine, the owners decided to convert an old house into a farm stay with the intent of recreating their inspiring experiences in Europe. Guests will appreciate the beauty of local life and the flavors of Sado Island. Andante welcomes only one group of guests at a time. To take full advantage of an exclusive stay in this spacious lodging, check-in before sunset is recommended.

Futatsugame Yoshiya Bekkan is an inn located close to Futatsugame, a famous scenic spot also known for its beach. Snorkeling is a popular activity in the seas, where the water is the clearest in Sado. The home-style dishes, which are made using plenty of fresh seafood and seaweed landed at Washizaki Fishing Port, are one of the reasons why repeat guests always return. All rooms have a sea view, allowing guests to enjoy the beautiful landscape while relaxing in their room.

Nakazawaya Ryokan has a long history of over 100 years in the Sawata area. At the entrance, Bunya Puppets and Noh Theatre masks, created by the Okami's (female manager) grandfather, provide a distinctively Sado atmosphere. Walking down the front street, sea breezes will draw you to the sea. This ideal location enjoys popularity for both business and leisure. Meals prepared with concern for health are especially appreciated among long-stay visitors.

Guesthouse Suehiroso is an inn located on an inlet famous for Yajima and Kyojima, connected with an impressive red bridge. Dishes prepared by the Okami mistress of the inn using home-grown Koshihikari rice, vegetables and local seafood are served abundantly ensuring your satisfaction. Only 10 minutes away by car from Ogi Port, Minshuku Suehiroso is situated in an ideal environment where you can enjoy the traditional activities of Sado, such as the tub boat ride and fishing from the rocky shores. It is also a perfect place for exploring the neighbourhood including Kaichoji Temple known for the magnificent cherry blossom trees.

YOSABEI is located in the Kuninaka Plain, a location facing mountains and rich nature, and where life with clean water streaming from Mt. Kinpoku can be enjoyed. YOSABEI is an old house converted into an inn by Karl Bengs, an Architecture Designer who has an extensive track record of old house revival projects in Japan. Take a break in a space where it feels as if time has stopped flowing, surrounded by organic vegetable farms and herb gardens; where you can enjoy a breakfast of Sado rice slowly cooked over a fire, and other Sado-produced ingredients.

Senkakuso is a long-established inn with over 60 years of history, perched on a scenic hill. The dishes served reflect a meticulous attitude towards fish, locally caught in the Sotokaifu area, and allow you to feast on a variety of seasonal seafoods. Senkakuso is ideally located within walking distance of great fishing spots and the Tassha Coast. Loved by celebrities, including Dr Reischauer, an American intellectual, Senkakuso was named by Kazuo Kikuta, who wrote a famous book Kimi no Na Wa (What is Your Name?). The atmospheric furniture also evokes a sense of history.

Sobama Seaside Villa are holiday cottages to rent dotted on Sobama Coast with a long sandy beach. All of 11 cottages has a sea view. Dining at an open terrace is popular among guests. You can shop groceries and snacks at shopping street in Ogi. Optional DIY barbecue catering, assorted sashimi, and rental beer server service, all of which are available upon reservation, has good reputation. The setting sun seen from the swimming pool or jacuzzi will stay memorable.

Ryoso Saka is a Japanese-style bed and breakfast run by a fisherman, standing in front of Suizu Fishing Port. You may enjoy well-established fish dishes and home-grown vegetables and rice, and when spring comes, a variety of mountain vegetables are also served. Fascinating is the traditional atmosphere of a fisherman's house, with a central pillar which has been supporting the house structure for over 100 years, paper doors and sea chests. There is a bathing beach equipped with facilities for camping, and the beach enjoys a great crowd every year.

Donden Sanso, situated right in the middle of the traverse course on Osado Mountains, has been loved by hikers and tourists who visit Osado Mountains such as Mt Donden, one of the Top 100 Mountains with Flowers in Japan. Seafood, riches of the soil special to Sado, and delicious rice are popular among visitors. The view from the deck is stunning, and you can look out to the mountain ranges in Echigo on the mainland when the weather is clear. Sunrise and starry night skies are also fantastic.

A 5-minute walk from Sawata Bathing Beach, Hostel Tatsumiya offers dormitory-style rooms, private rooms and and a shared room with tatami-mat flooring. For business or pleasure, please make yourself at home.

Ryokan Yoshiya Honkan lets their guests experience the sheer freshness of their dishes prepared from fish caught by bag-shaped nets and landed at Washizaki Fishing Port or caught using small nets by their acquaintance fisherman. Vegetables and rice are all Sado-grown and have the characteristic rich taste of Sado. Ryokan Yoshiya Honkan is surrounded by the extraordinary splendor of nature. Tourist attractions such as Futatsugame, Onogame and Sai no Kawara（a spot said to be a bank area of a river which flows between heaven and hell, where deceased children go and play by building small stone towers) are in the neighbourhood.

Iseya Shinkan is a minshuku-style inn (Japanese-style B&B) perfect for holidays and business. The inn welcomes holiday and business travellers with hospitality and is suitable for mid and long-term stays. Iseya Shinkan is located in the Sawata Shopping Street and a beach is also in the neighbourhood. The dinner menu is focused on seasonal seafood landed in Sado, and can be enjoyed in the dining room on site or at "Sakuraya", a sister tapas bar.

Nakajimaya Ryokan stands on the heights overlooking the sea, where you can enjoy the lovely landscape of the Masaragawa area. Relax in the pleasant sea breeze, go off shore for authentic sea fishing...... The inn's features and plans allow guests to design and choose how they would like to spend their time. The inn also provides dishes using home-made, local and safe ingredients. The view and atmosphere of the sunset at Nakajimaya Ryokan is exceptional.

Surrounded by nature, Kawaguchiso is the accommodation closest to the entrance of the pristine forest trail route. The manager, an ecotourism guide, will navigate you through the Seki Forest famous for the Kongo ancient cedar, and Niigata University's Forest (guided tours require a fee). Seasonal wild plants are enchanting, too. Kawaguchiso welcomes many repeat-visitors coming to enjoy both river and sea fishing, and provides special offers for anglers.

Ryokan Kiyose is a family-run inn famous for the staff's exceptional efforts to meet every guest's needs. Behind the inn lies Sawane Fishing Port. The inn prides in their dishes with seafood caught fresh on the day. The inn is conveniently located in the Sawane area, halfway in between Sawata and Aikawa, and is a perfect place for both sightseeing and business. Sawane Fishing Port has an established reputation as a great fishing spot with an abundance of catch. There is a fish tackle shop nearby, and many fishers visit for fishing.

Green Village Patio House is an inn with a casual atmosphere situated in an idyllic setting in Niibo, known as the home to toki (Japanese crested ibises), and it attracts many fans locally and nationally. The accommodation is in a fantastic location close to temples and shrines with a long and distinguished history, and Toki Forest Park. You can enjoy cycling and trekking at nearby Niibo Dam which is surrounded by rich nature. Green Village Patio House is situated in Kuninaka Plain with a good access to other tourist spots, and is a popular as a base to explore Sado.

Minshuku Nanauraso is situated on the heights overlooking Nanaura Kaigan coast. You can enjoy viewing the setting sun and the fires lit on boats to lure fish at night from your room. Meals prepared with local ingredients, such as homegrown vegetables, offer traditional tastes but, at the same time, feature a variety of style, including Italian flavours. Nanauraso offers a variety of seasonal activity options such as trekking in spring, sea bathing in summer and octopus hunting in autumn. The 24-hour bath is also a popular feature among our guests.

Magoshiro is a cottage-style lodge located within a designated important preservation area for traditional buildings and architecture. The building has wooden walls and a historical atmosphere, with the living room built using a traditional Japanese house style. You can relax and unwind as you drink and chat with your friends or family around the Japanese style hearth. The inn has three Japanese-style rooms and a cellar converted into a special room, which offers a unique atmosphere and is available for group use. Magoshiro only provides packages without meals, but delivery service is available from neighbourhood restaurants. The building is equipped with a self-catering kitchen.

At Guesthouse Shimizuso, the fisherman master catches seafood, and his son, who was apprenticed to chefs at a hotel, cooks the haul. You will receive a warm welcome from the entire family. Varied coastlines, including fishing spots at the back of the inn, are fascinating to anglers. Minshuku Shimizuso is a popular base for exploring around the Ogi Peninsula, including tourist attractions such as the Designated Important Preservation Area for Traditional Buildings and Architecture, and Sawasaki Lighthouse. The inn also offers opportunities for hands-on experiences, including fishing off of a rocky shore and bamboo craft making.

Seikaiso (literally quiet sea inn) faces the Mano Bay renowned for its beauty at twilight. The shoaling Nagaishi beach is just a 1-minute walk from the inn. You will be treated with warm hospitality and the attentiveness of the owner and his wife, who are the seventh generation of owners. You will feast on wholeheartedly prepared dishes, and relax in guestrooms designed in a retro style. The Noh stage in the large banquet room and the Noh play masks kept carefully are legacies of Seizaemon Yamamoto, owner of the inn two generations back, who was adored as a Noh teacher. Seikaiso has a distinctive atmosphere, which expresses the culture and history of the town where ancient relics can be found in various locations.

Oiya Ryokan is just 5-minutes on foot from Sado Kisen Akadomari Ferry Terminal. Frank and chatty Okami (the female manager) will give you a warm welcome. With 300-year-old pine trees, a skylight on the ceiling, and amber-colored corridors, traditions are kept alive here and there in this wooden-structured inn built in the Taisho Period (1912-1926). Oiya Ryokan is an inn which puts passion into its meals. Dishes prepared with shrimps and crabs caught in Akadomari are the main reason for its popularity.

Guesthouse Sudareso is located in the southernmost point of the Senkakuwan area, conveniently close to Tassha Beach. A 3-minute walk from the inn through alleyways in a village leads to Himezu Port, which is known as a squid fishing base. You will feast on dishes prepared skillfully with fresh seafood, which is caught by the Okami female manager's father, a local fisherman, or caught at local ports. Minshuku Sudareso is an inn with a family home atmosphere and receives repeat guests, from fishermen who have visited over 30 years to families who visit annually.

Kur means convalescence, treatment and recuperation, and therme refers to the thermal baths in German. As the name suggests, the Kurtherme Sado incorporates German systems as well. You can enjoy various hot spring baths, such as an air bubble bath, a jacuzzi, and neyu (a shallow bath tub to lie down). The bathrooms with high ceilings surrounded by large glass window is amazingly open and spacious. Please fully enjoy the natural hot spring spa fed by a continuous flow of hot spa waters direct from the source in a lush, green environment.