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Senkakuwan Bay

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Senkakuwan Bay

尖閣湾

Niigata · Chubu

A stretch of jagged fjord-like sea cliffs and coves on Sado's northwest coast, explored by glass-bottom tour boat.

Why we picked it

Dramatic cliff scenery on an island few overseas visitors reach.

Best season
Summer
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
4.1· 1,448 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Ageshima Yūen park at Senkakuwan: adult admission ¥500. Glass-bottom sightseeing boat is ¥1,600 for adults including admission (i.e. ~¥1,100 extra); 15-minute ride, 12 passengers per boat.
Nearest station
Ryotsu Port + bus/car
Website
sado-ageshima.com

Today

8:30–17:30

Admission

  • Ageshima Yūen park at Senkakuwan: adult admission ¥500. Glass-bottom sightseeing boat is ¥1,600 for adults including admission (i.e. ~¥1,100 extra); 15-minute ride, 12 passengers per boat.

Stored weekly hours

Daily 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tags

naturecoastboatisland

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