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Sendai to Sado Island

Updated: March 14, 2024 08:19 AM
Sado Island

Sendai to Sado Island - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQs

Language

Japanese is the official language of Sendai and Sado Island.

Currency

The official currency of Sendai and Sado Island is the Japanese Yen (JPY).

Distance

The distance between Sendai and Sado Island is approximately 300 kilometers (186 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Sado Island from Sendai:

  • By train: Take the JR Tohoku Shinkansen from Sendai Station to Omiya Station. Transfer to the JR Joetsu Shinkansen and take it to Echigo-Yuzawa Station. From there, take the Hokuetsu Express Hokuhoku Line to Muikamachi Station. Finally, take the Sado Kisen ferry from Muikamachi Port to Sado Island.
  • By bus: Take the Sendai - Sado Island Highway Bus from Sendai Station to Ryotsu Port. From there, take the Sado Kisen ferry to Sado Island.
  • By car: Take the Tohoku Expressway and the Kanetsu Expressway to Niigata City. From there, take the Sado Kisen ferry from Niigata Port to Sado Island.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Sendai to Sado Island will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, here are some approximate costs:

  • By train: The cost of a train ticket from Sendai to Sado Island is approximately 15,000 JPY (one-way).
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket from Sendai to Sado Island is approximately 10,000 JPY (one-way).
  • By car: The cost of driving from Sendai to Sado Island will vary depending on the distance and the price of gas. However, it is estimated that it will cost approximately 15,000 JPY (one-way).

Best time to go

The best time to visit Sado Island is during the summer months (June to August), when the weather is warm and sunny. However, Sado Island is also beautiful during the spring and autumn months (April to May and September to October), when the flowers are in bloom and the leaves are changing color.

What to Eat

Sado Island is known for its fresh seafood, including squid, tuna, and salmon. Other local specialties include soba noodles, tempura, and sake. There are many restaurants on Sado Island where you can try these dishes.

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do on Sado Island, including:

  • Sado Gold Mine: This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest gold mines in Japan.
  • Sado Museum: This museum tells the history and culture of Sado Island.
  • Sado Onsen: This is a hot spring resort where you can relax and rejuvenate.
  • Sado Island National Park: This park is home to beautiful beaches, forests, and mountains.

FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Sendai to Sado Island:

  • How long does it take to get from Sendai to Sado Island?
    The travel time from Sendai to Sado Island will vary depending on the mode of transportation. However, it typically takes around 5 hours by train, 6 hours by bus, and 4 hours by car.
  • Is it possible to stay overnight on Sado Island?
    Yes, there are many hotels and guesthouses on Sado Island where you can stay overnight.
  • What is the best way to get around Sado Island?
    The best way to get around Sado Island is by renting a car. However, there is also a bus system that can take you to most of the main attractions.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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