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A private house from the Kaei era was relocated. It is a quiet inn quietly set against the backdrop of a mountain with a Buddha statue and a happy Jizo (guardian deity of children). What attracts repeat guests are the hearty meals prepared with local ingredients. On the premises is the studio of the owner of Hananoki, potter Tosei Watanabe. In 2008, Hananoki was awarded the "Worker of Local Production for Local Consumption" by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries of Japan; in 2008, it was listed in the French edition of Michelin; in 2023, it was awarded the "Niigata Local Gastronomy" prize; and in 2011, it was awarded the "Niigata Local Gastronomy" prize.

Kamomeso is situated in a lush, green area, where the chirpings of little birds delight your ears. Just one step in from the entrance, you will find a space like a modern art gallery. Kamomeso proudly provides hot spring baths with a continuous flow of hot spa waters, and dishes prepared with fresh seafood, landed at the local fishing port. Outdoor baths where you can enjoy the starry night sky is popular among guests. Conveniently located from Ogi Port, Kamomeso is ideal for travelers who want to enjoy seeing around Shukunegi and Rengebuji Temple.

A five-minute car ride from Ogi Port, Ogi-no-Yu is located on a hill with easy access to the town center. From the window facing the Sea of Japan, you can see the sun rise over the sea, right in front of your eyes. This inn, with its own hot spring spa, provides an opportunity to see the two ports of Ogi at the same time, a view that is only available here. One port is Uchinoma (the inside inlet), which flourished as a sengokubune (wooden freight ship) port of call when gold was being shipped in the Edo Period (1603-1867), and the other is Ogi Port, also called Sotonoma (the outside inlet). The hot spring has a pH of 9.54 (without dilution), with a high alkaline content. The texture enchants many people with its reputed skin-beautifying effects. Other attractions on the premises are a restaurant that serves fresh local produce, and lodgings with the warm atmosphere of wood.

Situated just a five-minute walk from Ogi Port, Hotel Ogi offers single and twin rooms as well as Japanese-style rooms with tatami-mat flooring. We make a perfect base whether you are here for business or pleasure. As we do not serve meals, we encourage you to explore the restaurants around us, indulge in the local food of Ogi and experience the downhome kindness of the villagers.

Koicha (Sado dialect for "Come here!") is getting ready to be transformed into brand-new accommodations, so pre-renovation rooms are being offered at reasonable prices. This 3-story building offers 4 single bedrooms, 2 twin rooms, and one twin room with a terrace. The inn also offers a coffee area, Wi-Fi, and a collaborative workspace. Welcome drinks available. Sorry, there is no elevator.

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.

Located close to Ogi Port, Ryokan Yamato is perfect for strolling through the Ogi Shopping Street and exploring the Shukunegi. The sea view which is available for every guesroom is a major attraction. Dinner prepared with an abundance of local ingredients features seafood fresh from the sea. The simple, seasonal taste of Sado will delight the palate. With warm hospitality and high-quality services of this family-run inn, you can make yourself at home and relax.

Takaraya is situated Ogi's Shopping Street, where you can enjoy a stroll around a town with retro flavours. Treat yourself to handmade dishes made with local ingredients centering around fresh seafood. Takaraya is where Koyo Ozaki, a renowned novelist, stayed, and still attracting literature lovers. Located very close to Ogi Port, Takaraya is a popular base for tub boat rides and exploration in Shukunegi. You can enjoy meals in a private room in comfort.

Amazawa Ryokan is a long-established Japanese-style inn in Hamochi Ohashi, established in the early Showa Period (early 20th century). With a family atmosphere, Amazawa Ryokan often welcomes regular visits of anglers. Meals are made from local seafood, home-grown vegetables from the Okami female manager's parents' place, Sado-grown Koshihikari rice harvested in the mountains, and other local delicacies. Discover the reason for the popularity of this simple home cooking.