Sado Kinzan

Sado Gold Mine is a historic gold mine in Japan that aims to be registered as a World Heritage site. It's a historic gold mine site that produced gold and silver during the Edo period, and the remains of the mine are still visible today. Even after nearly 400 years of its history as a gold mine, many people visit the Saga Gold Mine for its scenic and cultural value. When visiting, be sure to appreciate the unparalleled modern industrial heritage that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

At Sado Kinzan, there is a walk-through attraction called "ISLAND MIRRORGE" where you can actually walk through the mine shaft. It's extremely popular with children and is sure to be a fun memory for the whole family! The space is a collaboration of historical heritage and fantastic scenery, with cutting-edge technology such as "MR glasses" and beautiful spatial production through projection mapping. You can only experience this space here.

At Sado Gold Mine, you can enjoy various exhibits on each course. One of them, the "Edo Era Gold Mine Scroll," is an attractive exhibit that faithfully reproduces the mining site of the day using dolls. The exhibit, which replicates the drainage work in the gold mine, where there was a battle with water, and the scene of the mining site, has a sense of realism. For individuals, no reservation is required, and you can explore the course for about 40 minutes.

At Sado Kinzan, there are two exhibition rooms: the first and second. The exhibits range from models that show the process of turning gold mined from the mine into coins, to interactive exhibits such as the gold nugget extraction challenge. The exhibits are sure to stimulate the intellectual curiosity of both adults and children, and you can actually hold a gold bar worth more than 100 million yen in market capitalization. The fact that it's indoors makes it an attractive tourist spot that can be enjoyed without hesitation even on rainy days.

In the vicinity of Sado Kinzan, you can admire historical ruins that seem to have stopped time. The many ruins, which could easily appear in popular anime works, are one of the highlights of Sado Kinzan. For example, at the "Kitazawa Flotation Plant," located just a short drive from the gold mine, visitors are surprised by the concrete buildings that resemble the Colosseum in Rome. Additionally, the Sado Kinzan area is a beautiful spot for stargazing at night. Enjoy the luxurious experience of viewing historical ruins and the starry sky at the same time, just like in Laputa.