Sado Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

Discover Things to Do and Plan a Trip to Sado, Japan with a Local Guide

Popular Sado Tour Guides

Fujiko M.

4.97 / 5
(30 reviews)
Japan

Hello! My name is Fujiko Maeda. I'm a national-licensed tour guide. I was born in Sado Island, off the coast of Niigata Prefecture. I once worked in tourism industry for about 10 years when I lived in Tokyo. Now I'm a persimmon farmer but when time permits I'm happy to guide you here in Sado mainly but also other places, too. We have a lot to offer like beautiful nature, historical sites, local specialties, traditional performing arts, festivals, islanders smiles and so on. If you'd like to know real Japanese lifestyle, please visit Sado. I'm sure you'll be satisfied. Let's explore Sado or other wonderful and beautiful places with me! Also, if you have any questions about Sado or Japan as a whole, please don't hesitate to email me.                                                                                                                                  

Keiichi S.

5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
Japan

Hello! I'm Keiichi . Call me Kei. I am an apple and pear farmer .I have approximately 900 apple trees.I grow 10 kinds of apples and 4 kinds of pears with my wife. Besides my business,I like learning English and Taichi practice. last year,I got a tour guide licence which is valid in Sado. Sado is a fascinating and picturesque island with scenic spots ,historical places and relics,traditional performing arts,delicious dishes and so on. I'm sure you will be satisfied with hospitality of Sado islanders. I strongly recommend you to visit Sado.I'm ready to help you enjoy youself. if you have any questions about Sado,contact me. one more fantastic information, during fruits season(from September to early November),you can taste my apples and pears .                                                                                                                                  

Kyohei W.

Japan

Hello! Welcome to "Mini Japan", Sado Island! On Sado Island you can enjoy the beautiful sea with the rugged coast line, lush forest, fresh seafood, delicious Sake, rich history and unique culture etc... In short, Sado offers you so many things and that's why Sado is called "Mini Japan"! Let's explore this amazing island together! My name is Kyohei and have moved to Sado Island in 2018 after having traveled overseas. I traveled and worked in New Zealand and in Switzerland as a hiking guide. But after some years of traveling, I came to want to settle down in a place with a rich nature so moved to Sado, where my ancestors used to run a Ryokan and brew soy sauce. You can enjoy many outdoor activities such as Sea kayaking in the clear sea and hiking in the primary forest with huge cedar trees. Also there are many important temples and shrines, so the atmosphere of the good old Japan still remains on Sado. It might be the best charm of Sado Island that you can see people living with the nature and inheriting Sado's traditional culture and customs. Are you interested in the nature, culture and history of Sado Island? Let's discover this fascinating island together! Feel free to contact me and I will arrange an itinerary for you.                                                                                                                                 

Mutsuko W.

5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
Japan

Yokoso, Welcome! Hi, I'm Mutsuko. I'm a National Government Licensed Guide and Interpreter. As 100% Niigataite (born and raised in Niigata City with roots dating back generations), it would be my pleasure to show you my beautiful and unique prefecture. Niigata Prefecture is located on the west coast of the Japanese Archipelago, facing the Sea of Japan and only two hours away from Tokyo by Shinkansen. Niigata Port is counted as one of the first to open to the world after the Edo Period, and historically important buildings are spotted around the old town area, Furumachi. Cross the symbolic Bandai Bridge to the other side of the Shinano River for the modern experience; the Bandai area is where young and old gather for shopping and entertainment such as movies, music, manga and anime and lots more. When you look over the sea, there lies the the breathtaking and historically rich island of Sado. It is 2 and half hours away from Niigata City by ferry and only one hour by jetfoil. While on Sado Island, make sure to enjoy marine sports and take in the beautiful nature. Niigata Prefecture has four clear- cut seasons. Spring is the time when the snow melts and nourishes our abundant plants and trees. Cherry blossoms bloom in town parks and mountains. Summer brings in the hot weather which turns the city into a playground - join the fun by swimming and sunbathing on one of our many beaches along the long coastal line. Autumn is the time when leaves turn beautiful colors and agricultural products such as rice, fruits and vegetables are abundantly harvested. Finally, winter is the time for skiing and snowboarding thanks to heavy snow. It is the time the prefecture hosts snow lovers from across the country and around the globe. The climate, the mountains and the sea bring us good food and a wholesome environment to live in. People are gentle, and towns and cities are safe. And it is no secret that Niigata is famous for Koshihikari rice and rice wine sake - both, the pride of Japan and served in the finest Japanese restaurants around the world. With direct trains to and from Tokyo and an international airport, Niigata is easily accessible. I invite you to visit Niigata City and other parts of the prefecture, and while here, it would be my pleasure to help you create unique memories during your stay. I'm looking forward to seeing you soon!                                                                                                                                 

Popular Sado Private Tours

Shukunegi - the village of sengokubune, sailingship of Edo era

Sado
2 hours

This small coastal village once prospered as the center of shipbuilding industry during the Edo era. After the Meiji Restoration, the industry fell ...

FROM$55/ per group
Fujiko M.
4.97 / 5
(30 reviews)

Sado one day tour

Sado
7 hours

There are many interesting and fascinating sightseeing spots in Sado. Sado is worth visiting ! I'd like to take you to some of them efficiently in one day. please pick 4-5 places from following options,Then,I'll make an itinerary considering your choice. If you have other places you'd like to go,please do not hesitate to ask me.

FROM$143/ per group
Keiichi S.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)

Sado Gold and Silver Mine: Relics tell you 400 years of history

Sado
2 hours 30 min

Sado has been well known as one of the major gold and silver production sites in Japan. It has the history of 1000 years. There are four major minig ...

FROM$75/ per group
Fujiko M.
4.97 / 5
(30 reviews)

Sado half day tour

Sado
4 hours

There are many fascinating tourist spots in Sado. Among them,the most popular spots are Sado gold mine and Toki (Japanese crested ibis) forest park.Basically,these two spots are indoor facilities, so we do not need to worry about the weather.

FROM$82/ per group
Keiichi S.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)

Seakayaking on Sado Island's clear and calm water!

Sado
1 hour 30 min

Let's enjoy Sado island's beautiful nature by seakayaking! In Matsugasaki area, Southeast of the island, the sea is very calm and the water is crystal clear so it's the best place for kayaking. During this tour, you'll enjoy the scenery and the wildlife such as fish, seagulls and (if super lucky) dolphins ! This tour is very flexible and can be customized to your preferences and needs. So please feel free to contact us!

FROM$40/ per person
Kyohei W.

Day Trips from Sado

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David T.

5 / 5
Jul 15, 2023

Excellent tour by Keiichi S.

Keiichi is an excellent tour guide. He organized a wonderful day tour around Sado Island. When heavy rain came he adjusted the itinerary to keep us out of the rain. He was very knowledgeable and is excellent in English. He organized a fantastic taxi driver for the day and we saw most of the main attractions. He also kept in contact before the tour. We highly recommend him as a tour guide.

Keiichi S.

Hello David ! Thank you for the good comment. It was my pleasure to meet you. Please stay healthy! Kei

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Gary U.

5 / 5
Apr 30, 2023

Fujiko is the best!

We enjoyed our visit to Sado because our guide Fujiko was not only informative but she shared her passion for her hometown. It was fun to go around the island with ‘the ambassador of Sado’, she made our visit quite welcoming and personal. She adapted the tour to our interests and her English is perfect! What a lovely soul!

Fujiko M.

Dear Gary san, Thank you so mach for writing such a wonderful review of the tour. It's so encouraging. Yes, I will try hard to be an active ambassador of Sado and promote Sado to have more foreign tourists. I hope your safe and wonderful trip ahead. Fujiko

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Nancy P.

5 / 5
Aug 4, 2020

Amazing day full of a variety of sights

My tour with Fujiko-san was fantastic! She is a great guide - friendly, knowledgeable and always making sure her customers are enjoying their tour. She was very flexible when setting the itinerary, taking into account all of the places I wanted to see and my interests, resulting in a large variety of sights throughout the island. She knows a lot about Sado Island and it was so interesting to hear all about the different places we went to! I had a great time with her and definitely want to visit again to see many more sights on the island! I would recommend having Fujiko-san as your guide if you are thinking of visiting the island. Thank you again Fujiko-san!

Fujiko M.

Hello, Nancy san Thank you very much for writing such an encouraging review of the tour! It was a bit busy tour since we only had 6 hours but I'm happy that you've enjoyed almost to the fullest. But we have much more to offer in Sado and I'm looking forward to guiding you in the near future. Fujiko

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Beth B.

5 / 5
Mar 25, 2020

Thoughtful and pleasant tour experience

We spent one day on Sado Island with Fujiko. She was engaging and informative as we drove through different regions of the island, toured a sake brewery, took a tub boat ride, met a nationally famous sword craftsman, and enjoyed a nice local lunch. My only regret was that the island needs more than one day and we weren’t able to spend more time. I highly recommended her as an excellent guide, with superior English skills.

Fujiko M.

Hi, Beth san Thank you very much for writing such a wonderful review of the tour. Yes, many tourists think Sado is small but it is not true. I recommend to stay at least one night on the island to visit places of your interests! I didn't want to rush you but we skipped one more place so I hope you to come back and we can do more activities including meeting local people or just walking in local community. Please stay healthy and happy and see you again! Fujiko

Sado Private Tour Guide

Whether it’s your first time to Sado or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Sado has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself! You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Sado tours offered by our local guides, but feel free to ask for customizations based on your preferences. We want to help travelers get the most out of their trips, and we believe a good tour with a local guide is the best way to ensure that. There is so much to see and do in Sado, and the best way to get the most out of your time there is to have a local expert with you. GoWithGuide is committed to delivering unforgettable tour experiences, so let us help you create your next favorite memory.

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