National Historic Site Kitazawa Flotation Ore Processing Plant (国史跡 北沢浮遊選鉱場跡)
Flow of the course
About 30 min from the previous stop
About 60 min here
About 30 min to the next stop
Next stop: Enjoy the beautiful scenery of an inlet lined with odd rock formationsAbout this spot
Ruins of a large-scale ore processing facility that was built to sort ore mined from the Sado Gold Mine. The concrete structures, having finished their purpose, are now covered in green, presenting a powerful landscape like a movie set. Located on a hilltop overlooking the town of Aikawa, this spot allows you to feel the history of a town that walked alongside the mines. The site is sometimes illuminated at night, showing a different appearance in day and night.
Tips
Access to the interior of some ruins is restricted, so follow the guidance signs when viewing. There are many slopes, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended. There is little shade in summer, so remember to hydrate.
Best time to visit
About 1 hour. The texture of the concrete ruins stands out beautifully in the afternoon light.
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Access & map
〒952-1539 3-2 Kitazawa-machi, Aikawa, Sado, Niigata Prefecture
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