Sado Island, the largest island in the Japan Sea, can only be reached by boat. It is the island where Nichiren, a Buddhist priest who founded the Nichiren sect of Buddhism, and Zeami, who founded the Japanese art of “Noh Theatre” with his father, came to live when they were exiled from the mainland. The terrain of this island showcases the various expressions of the seasons, and its rich and tasty seafood delights travelers at any time. Located across the sea from mainland Japan, Sado is filled with rich nature, and has preserved its important history and traditions. You could say that Sado is a condensed representative of the diverse nature and history of Japan.