[2025 Sado Attraction] Travel Guide for Futatsugame Beach (Updated Jul)

#summervacay ### **Why Futatsugame Beach?** Tucked between **Ito and Atami**, this hidden gem is famous for: ✔ **Turtle-shaped rocks** (Futatsugame = "Two Turtles") – A natural wonder! ✔ **Crystal-clear waters** perfect for snorkeling & swimming ✔ **Secluded vibe** – No crowds, just you and the Pacific --- ### **Must-Do Solo Adventures** #### **1. Chase the "Two Turtles"** 🐢📸 - Snap the iconic **twin turtle-shaped rocks** at sunrise (magical lighting!) - Walk across the **natural stone bridge** at low tide #### **2. Dive into Blue** 🤿 - **Snorkel spots** teeming with tropical fish (rent gear nearby) - **Secret caves** to explore (watch the tides!) #### **3. Coastal Hike to Jogasaki** 🌿 - Follow the **7km trail** to Jogasaki Lighthouse (cliffside ocean views) - Stop at **suspension bridges** for adrenaline kicks #### **4. Sunset Picnic** 🍱🌅 - Grab **ekiben (train bento)** from Ito Station - Claim your solo spot on the smooth rocks --- ### **Solo Travel Tips** 🚆 **Getting There:** - From Tokyo: **Shinkansen to Atami → Local train to Ito** (~1.5hrs) - From Ito Station: **15-min taxi** or **30-min scenic walk** 📅 **Best Time:** May-October (warmer waters) ⚠️ **Watch Out:** Strong waves in typhoon season (check forecasts) 🩴 **Pack:** Water shoes (rocky shoreline) + waterproof phone case --- ### **Local Flavors to Try** 🍊 **Ito’s Yuzu Kosho** – Spicy citrus condiment 🍤 **Sakura Ebi Don** – Tiny pink shrimp rice bowl 🍵 **Wasabi Soft Serve** – Yes, really! (Atami specialty) --- ### **Why It’s Perfect for Solo Travelers** ✅ Free & uncrowded (most tourists skip it for Atami) ✅ Easy to meet friendly locals fishing/swimming ✅ Safe with clear visibility (no strong currents in calm weather) **"Futatsugame Beach is where introverts find peace in the roar of waves and whisper of sea turtles’ legends."** --- ### **#HiddenJapan #FutatsugameBeach #SoloTravelJapan #Shizuoka #CoastalEscape #OffTheBeatenPath** **Tag a solo travel buddy who needs this secret spot!** 👇🌴

The largest island on the Japan Sea side Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture. A 2.5-hour ferry ride from Niigata (67 minutes by high-speed ferry). From above, the island resembles an S-shape and is larger than you might imagine. While buses connect the main attractions on the island, renting a car is the most convenient way to explore. In July 2024, Sado Island's Sado Gold and Silver Mine was officially registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. It is also home to Japan's first Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System, the terraced rice fields. With both natural beauty and historical significance, Sado Island is a must-visit for those looking to deeply explore Niigata Prefecture. It's a place with fewer tourists, perfect for a relaxing vacation or indulging in fresh seafood from the Japan Sea.

“Futatsugame Beach” The most beautiful and outstanding beach on #Sado Island In addition to being a beautiful beach with clear water, it also has a very beautiful view. The name of the beach, “Futatsugame”, means “two turtles”, which comes from two large rocks in the middle of the sea that look like turtles. If you look at the picture, it looks similar. The view is really beautiful. The highlight of this place that tourists like to come here to swim, snorkel, kayak, hike, camp, or watch the sunrise and sunset. This is another beach and tourist attraction on Sado Island, Niigata Prefecture that you should not miss. The view is beautiful and the angles are great for taking pictures. You will definitely like it. 😍😍 Note: I went on this trip at the end of May. #niigata #sadoisland #traveljapan #engineertravel #naturetourism #trip