Overview

Let yourself unwind at The Hotel Aokiya, located in Ryotsu on Sado Island. Overlooking Lake Kamo and surrounded by quiet hills, this ryokan gives you front-row seats to some of the most breathtaking sunsets in Japan. In autumn and winter, the sun sets directly in front of your room, casting golden light across the lake’s surface.

Aokiya offers peaceful accommodations, warm hospitality, and the chance to experience the rich food culture of Sado. Whether you’re traveling for rest, celebration, or a bit of both, this lakeside ryokan welcomes you with genuine care.

Accommodation

The rooms at Aokiya give you space to relax with views of the lake, mountains, or the garden. You’ll stay in a Japanese-style room with air conditioning, a private bathroom, and free Wi-Fi. Slip into your yukata, sip warm tea, and let the calm of the island settle in.

Room Features:

• Private bathroom with shower and bathtub
• Yukata, towels, and toiletries
• Free Wi-Fi access
• Air conditioning for all seasons

Each room invites you to slow down and enjoy the quiet beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Dining

Sado Island is known for its exceptional seafood and seasonal flavors, and Aokiya brings these tastes to your table. You’ll enjoy fresh-caught oysters from Lake Kamo, snow crab, cold-season yellowtail, and Sado’s sweet shrimp. Hot pots, grilled dishes, and ceramic plate-cooked pork from Niigata add to a menu that changes with the season.

Meals at Aokiya highlight:

• Local specialties like sweet shrimp, snow crab, and hotpot dishes
• Regional produce prepared in traditional Japanese style
• Rich, satisfying flavors unique to Niigata and the Sea of Japan

Every dish reflects the island’s rhythm—simple, fresh, and full of care.

Onsen and Wellness

Take a soak in the ryokan’s hot spring baths and feel your stress melt away. Shiizaki Onsen offers soothing mineral waters that relax your muscles and warm you to the core. After bathing, you can enjoy a massage or simply stretch out and rest.

Wellness Features:

• Indoor public bath with hot spring water
• Massage service available upon request
• Peaceful views of nature from the bath area

The warmth of the onsen, combined with the lake’s reflection at sunset, offers a perfect way to end your day.

Guests with Tattoos

You are welcome to use the onsen. If you prefer privacy, you may want to bathe during less busy hours or ask the staff about quieter times.

Facilities

Aokiya provides everything you need for a smooth and enjoyable stay:

• Lobby with Lake Views: Watch the sunset while relaxing with a book or tea
• Bike Rental: Ride along quiet island roads or explore the shore of Lake Kamo
• Elevator Access: Move easily between floors
• Massage Service: Book a session to unwind more deeply
• Free Wi-Fi: Stay connected from your room or the common areas

Activities

Sado Island offers natural beauty, deep history, and quiet charm. From Aokiya, you can easily explore:

• Lake Kamo: Right outside the ryokan, this peaceful lake reflects vivid skies in every season
• Local Seafood Markets: Taste Sado’s freshest catches or shop for ingredients and souvenirs
• Sunset Viewing: Autumn and winter skies paint unforgettable views right from your room