Best Authentic Japanese Souvenirs & Gifts from Sado Island, Niigata

Sado Island, Niigata Prefecture: a beautiful island rich in nature and history. Looking for delicious souvenirs to take home after your Japan travel? This travel guide recommends 5 must-buy local specialties from Sado Island, perfect as gifts for family and friends. Experience the bounty of Sado Island!

Sado's Rice: A Local Specialty

Sado Island is famous for its high-quality rice. Grown in Niigata's fertile land, this rice boasts a unique flavor and deliciousness unmatched anywhere else. Let's start with Sado-grown Koshihikari.

Sado Koshihikari Unwashed Rice 300g

300g of Sado-grown Koshihikari unwashed rice, packaged in a gold ingot-shaped box reminiscent of Sado Gold Mine. Cultivated using special farming methods with reduced pesticides and chemical fertilizers, this rice offers a rich flavor and concentrated sweetness. Carefully stored in Echigo Rice Store's temperature-controlled warehouse. Cooking with soft water enhances its deliciousness. A special box makes it perfect for gifts. 1680 yen (tax included). Enjoy the bounty of Sado!

Luxury Comparison: Niigata Brand Beef & Sado Beef!

This luxurious hamburger set features ingredients cultivated in Sado's abundant nature. Enjoy a taste comparison of Murakami beef (a Niigata brand), Sado beef, and Echigo Golden Pork, matured using snow-storage techniques.

Niigata Murakami Beef & Sado Beef, Snow-Aged Golden Pork Hamburger Set

Additive-free Murakami and Sado beef hamburgers offer the full essence of the ingredients' juicy flavor. This exquisite taste is a result of Sado's beautiful seas and mountains, and Niigata's unique snow-aging techniques. Presented in a Japanese-paper gift box, perfect for gifting. For 5,720 yen, savor the treasures of Niigata!

Sado Island Delights: Perfect with Rice!

Here are some products highlighting the bounty of Sado's land and sea, perfect as rice accompaniments. From traditional Sado flavors to carefully crafted processed foods, a rich variety is available.

Sado Silver Salmon Miso-Marinated 2 Pieces, Approx. 200g

Sado Island silver salmon, meticulously miso-marinated by the long-established Yanaka-sanjo restaurant "Yugurou Gyobin." The combination of fatty Sado silver salmon and rich special miso sauce is perfect with rice. Enjoy the moist texture and clean aftertaste. Ideal for everyday meals and special occasions, also perfect as a gift. Experience the refined taste of a restaurant at home for 1500 yen.

Sado Squid Ink (Shiokara) 130g x 4 Packs

Premium squid ink (shiokara) from Sado Island! Made with carefully selected fresh squid and high-quality salt. Free from additives, the simple yet profound flavor concentrates the natural umami. Excellent with sake or shochu. Enjoy this premium squid ink alongside memories of Sado's hot springs and magnificent nature. A product worth more than its 4980 yen price tag.

Preserve Your Sado Memories

Souvenirs from Sado Island will make your family and friends' happy memories even brighter. Many other wonderful souvenirs are available, so find your favorite item!

These gifts, reflecting Sado's rich nature and warm people, are perfect for loved ones and as a treat for yourself.