Futatsugame Beach — Attraction in Sado

This beach was an awesome way to relax in the ocean. You park by the hotel, grab your stuff, then walk down about 350 (!) steps to the beach. There’s a grassy area where you can set up at sun shade/relax on the grass as down at the beach it’s pretty rocky. At the beach area there was a restroom open but the shower room were locked - maybe cuz it was a weekday when we visited? Plus of it being a weekday was there were only 4 other people here so it was like we had a private beach. The water is crystal clear and the high salt content means it’s easy to tread water/float. You will need water shoes/sandals and it’d be nice to have snorkel gear or floaties to relax more in the water. But even without snorkel gear you will see fish swimming below you a bit. The water was pretty calm/flat here too. We spent a couple hours just relaxing and enjoying the water. This is one of the top 100 beaches in Japan and well worth the drive. If you want to stay longer you can camp here or book a room at...

One of the most beautiful beaches in Japan, it's a joy to walk across to the other island and especially bask in the views while you are in the middle with the sea on both sides. The beach is also filled with colourful rocks/pebbles which is a unique feature in itself. Doesn't seem to be over crowded when we were there and it was superb on a cloudy day as I read the comments that the heat can be harsh in summer.

Keep in mind that your vehicle has to be parked at the top of the hill at the official parking space and to walk down the hundreds of steps before reaching the beach. Vehicles cannot pass through on the small road close to the beach as it...

The beach at Futatsugame on Sado Island is one of my favorite beaches in Niigata. The water is clear, clean and refreshing. The view is beautiful at sunrise and sunset and you feel completely comfortable, relaxed and connected to the Sea of Japan. I was fortunate there weren't any big crowds, noise or disruptions and I really realized how tranquil, mezmorizing and beautiful Sado Island is. I really appreciated the kindness of the locals their and really appreciate and respect this area. I look forward to going there again sometime soon, maybe in the fall or early...