Japan's Island of Gold｜Sado

After visiting southern Niigata, we headed to the mysterious island of Sado. This island used to be a political exile spot until gold was discovered at the early 1600s.
In this video, we learn a little history as we explore the island's deep gold mines, visit the world-famous Kodō taiko group (taiko = Japanese drums), savor delicious local cuisine, and indulge in onsen (hot springs) at a mysterious hotel.
Kindly check out part 1 as well where we explore southern Niigata:
• Japan's most underrate...
Niigata can be combined with the nearby Noto Peninsula ( • The perfect side trip ... ), Kanazawa, Takayama ( • Hida Takayama - retro ... ), or Yamanaka Onsen ( • Cozy hot spring town i... ).
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[@kl197710]

Thanks so much for sharing with.., Can't wait to come back to Japan for visit in the near future., sooner. Thanks again.

[@miwa-kyoto]

Thank you for watching 🙏 You should definitely consider Niigata on your next trip!

[@cherrytomato6139]

I have read the novel you mentioned, and it is creepy to say the least! I am glad your hotel wasn't really like it at all

[@miwa-kyoto]

Haha, have you? That's cool to hear! The hotel really did have those vibes, but it did not feel scary though. You should check out this short film based on the novel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHvdhKycgq6qndU It's creepy, but beautiful 🌱

[@askedwardtmi9118]

thank you so much for your vids I really appreciate your hard work and I hope you will make more I spent 3 weeks in Japan this year I had plans to use my jr pass but plans changed I miss Japan a lot and hope to come back again soon I did visit and paid my respects at the grave of two Japanese men that had a great impact on me one was hide san of x japan the other was shimura ken san hide san grave is near a city called miura i think that is the name of the city the walk is by the beach kaneda bay it was so peaceful one day i hope to return and see more of japan and go to some of the places you show us on your channel.

[@miwa-kyoto]

Hi🌱 Thank you for your kind words and for enjoying our videos. We have been too busy to upload lately, but will come up with more for sure! It sounds like you had a meaningful and memorable trip to Japan😊 People really have different motives for visiting the country! Hope you get the chance to return and explore more of Japan. Best wishes for your next Japan journey! 🇯🇵✈