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Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Sado Magistrate's Office is a restored and renovated historical site and tourist facility that housed the magistrate's office, which was responsible for the administration and security of the island, including the Sado Gold Mine, during the Edo period. Sado was once under direct control of the shogunate, and control of the gold mines was a key priority. The magistrate's office was the political center where officials worked, trials were held, and investigations were conducted.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Senkaku Bay Ageshima Amusement Park is a seaside tourist facility that takes advantage of the scenic Senkaku Bay on the west coast of Sado City, Niigata Prefecture. The park boasts a unique coastline with columnar joints and steep cliffs formed by cooled lava from volcanic activity, as well as crystal clear blue water...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Sado Toki Forest Park (Sado City) is an observation facility established for the purpose of protecting and breeding the Japanese crested ibis (Nipponia nippon), a bird endemic to Japan, and raising public awareness. Once on the brink of extinction, the crested ibis is now protected and bred within Japan, and efforts are underway to reintroduce it into the wild on Sado Island.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Sado Island (Sado City, Niigata Prefecture), located on the Sea of Japan coast of Honshu, is the sixth largest island in Japan. It is a tourist destination blessed with abundant nature and a unique culture and history. From the Middle Ages to the Edo period, the island prospered through gold and silver mining, and the Sado Gold Mine in particular became an important resource for the Edo Shogunate. Also...