One of Sado Island’s main attractions is the sparkling sea that surrounds it. We’ve planned some fun ways for you to enjoy the clear blue waters during Earth Celebration. Grab this chance to create great memories out on the water!

Visitors can try their hand at gold panning at the "Gold Park" in Nishimikawa area. Alluvial gold (gold particles found in river beds) is said to have been collected in this area ever since the Heian period (794-1192)! Use the gold you panned to add to a pendant, key chain, or strap and take it back home as a souvenir.

Open 7 days. Sessions offered between 9:00–15:00. Please choose your preferred start time when you book your experience. Each session lasts approx. 45 mins.

Nishimikawa Gold Park

¥2,600 per Adult ¥2,600 per Child (Ages 5–12) *Free admission for observers *Regarding young preschoolers (ages 4 & under): Ages 4 & under receive free admission. If they participate in the hands-on experience, they will incur a ¥600 yen (per person), but accessory making is not included for this fee. If a young preschooler wishes to make an accessory, please make a regular booking for them as a child (¥2,600). *Fee includes program fee, material fee and insurance.

30 people per session Min. Number of People: 1

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・Please tell us your preferred starting time upon application. ・For accessory making, you may choose from a pendant, key chain, or strap on the day of your visit.

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Three days prior to the experience, by 17:00.

Please book via the Sado Island Experiences website: Gold Panning & Accessory Making Experience at Nishimikawa Gold Park

Sado Tourism Association Tel. 0259-27-5000 (Mon.–Fri. 8:30–17:00) Contact Form