Enjoy Earth Celebration while camping with the staff of “Snow Peak” outdoor equipment makers based in Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture. By night, indulge in social gatherings around bonfires with Snow Peak staff and Sado locals, and immerse yourself in Sado’s natural landscapes by day. Three whole days of the great outdoors!
Note) Experience EC in Sado with Snow Peak Staff! In Sado Sawata Auto Campground is only available to Snow Peak Point Card members.
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Aug. 26 (Fri)
1Arrival in Sado ~ Auto Park Sawata ~ Bonfire Social
The program kicks off at Auto Park Sawata campsite. Enjoy a bonfire social with Snow Peak staff and Sado locals! (* The photos are suggested imagery.)
How to get to Auto Park Sawata
45 minutes by car from Ryotsu Port, 60 minutes by car from Ogi Port
(Address: 1469 Yamada, Sado)
Aug. 27 (Sat) 10:00~12:00
2Standup Paddleboarding on Mano Bay [EC Experience Sado Program]
Standup paddleboarding is a popular marine activity that involves riding a surfboard standing up and using an oar to maneuver. Come enjoy the ocean at Sado.
- Located 15 minutes away by car from Auto Park Sawata campsite
Aug. 27 (Sat) 13:00~13:30 (Pit Stop)
3Mussanko Sado Matsuri [EC-Related Event]
Created by the Sado Bamboo Club dedicated to educating people about the allure of Sado’s bamboo, the Mussanko Sado Matsuri highlights island life. The festival features workshops that allow participants to experience daily life on Sado, Sado Arts Performance, and Sado’s organic market. Drop by for a short pit stop or stay for longer, it’s up to you!
- Adjacent to location for “Standup Paddleboarding in Sado’s Seas”
Aug. 27 (Sat) 14:00~15:30
4Marine Sports on Mano Bay [EC Experience Sado Program]
The center of Mano Bay is a calm sandy beach. There are plenty of marine sports activities to enjoy including thrilling banana boat rides and jet skiing.
- Located 5 minutes away by walking from "Mussanko Sado Matsuri" venue
5Night Bonfire Social
Enjoy a bonfire social with Snow Peak staff and Sado locals! (* The photos are suggested imagery.)
Aug. 28 (Sun) 9:40~12:30
6Sea Kayaking Experience [EC Experience Sado Program]
Let’s go paddling and enjoy the dynamic natural life of Ogi Peninsula. The ever-popular Sea Kayaking Experience is a great adventure and perfect way to appreciate the clear and beautiful water of the Japan Sea. Even if you are a beginner, don’t worry! An experienced instructor will guide you through the excursion.
- Located 60 minutes away by car from Auto Park Sawata campsite to Ogi
Aug. 28 (Sun) 13:30〜14:30
7Harbour Market
The Harbour Market is a marketplace where people naturally have the opportunity to mingle and exchange. For the first time this year the market will collaborate with the mobile outdoor art project Cinema Caravan, and have a new look. More details coming soon!
[Return Ferry]
Car ferry departs Ryotsu Port at 16:00 à Arrives at Niigata Port at 18:30
Car ferry departs Ogi Port at 16:30 à Arrives at Naoetsu Port at 18:10
Suggested Eateries (In or around Kuninaka and Minami Sado)
Search numerous listings by cuisine easily on the Sado Official Tourism Information Site!
https://www.visitsado.com/en/meal/
