Rikiya Kanko Kisen: Tub-Boat Adventures on Sado Island
Experience Sado Island's charm with Rikiya Kanko Kisen: ride traditional tub boats and explore stunning coastal scenery!
Experience the unique tradition of tub-boat riding with Rikiya Kanko Kisen on Sado Island. Originally used for harvesting seaweed and shellfish, these agile boats offer a memorable way to explore the island's rocky coastline and clear waters. Enjoy a ride steered by skilled local skippers and immerse yourself in Sado's maritime culture.
A brief summary to Rikiya Kanko Kisen
- 1935 Ogimachi, Sado, Ogimachi, Niigata, 952-0604, JP
- +81259-86-3153
- Visit website
- Monday 8:30 am-4:50 pm
- Tuesday 8:30 am-4:50 pm
- Wednesday 8:30 am-4:50 pm
- Thursday 8:30 am-4:50 pm
- Friday 8:30 am-4:50 pm
- Saturday 8:30 am-4:50 pm
- Sunday 8:30 am-4:50 pm
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes suitable for getting on and off the boat, and be prepared to try rowing the tub boat yourself.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen, as there is limited shade on the boat.
- Check the weather forecast before your visit, as boat tours may be affected by rough seas.
- Consider combining your visit with a trip to other attractions in the Ogi area, such as the Saiwaimaru Exhibition Hall or local restaurants.
Getting There
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Ferry
To reach Rikiya Kanko Kisen, first take a ferry to Sado Island. Sado Kisen operates ferries from Niigata Port to Ryotsu Port and from Naoetsu Port to Ogi Port. The Ogi Port is closest to Rikiya Kanko Kisen. From Ogi Port, Rikiya Kanko Kisen is about a 1-minute car ride or a 10-minute walk.
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Public Transport
From Ryotsu Port, take the Akadomari Line or Ogi Line bus to the Ogi Iriguchi bus stop. From there, it is approximately a 3-minute walk to Rikiya Kanko Kisen. Bus fare is around ¥800-¥1200. The bus journey from Ryotsu Port to Ogi Iriguchi takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
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Taxi
Taxis are available at both Ryotsu and Ogi Ports. A taxi from Ogi Port to Rikiya Kanko Kisen will take about 1 minute and cost around ¥500-¥800. A taxi from Ryotsu Port to Rikiya Kanko Kisen will take approximately 1 hour and cost around ¥8,000-¥10,000.
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