“SADO Mirai Project” presents Sado Traditional Culture Experience Camping Tour 2025

Why not create unforgettable summer memories in Sado, surrounded by rich nature?

The “SADO Mirai Project”, which was launched in 2024, aims to expose young people and children who will lead the next generation to Sado’s wonderful traditional culture and connect it to the future. And in 2025, we have prepared a camping tour where you can experience Sado’s traditional performing arts and creative activities as a special experiential program!

Program contents
At this camping camp, you can experience the diverse culture that has been passed down in Sado since ancient times and experience modern expressions.

• Try traditional performing arts!
In addition to watching traditional performing arts such as the graceful dance of “Sado Okesa”, which represents Sado, and the humorous “Slow Doll”, you can actually experience it in a workshop format under the guidance of a professional. It is a chance to experience the deep charm of Sado that you have never known before.

• Watch a movie set in Sado and enjoy a campfire!
On the first night, we will hold a screening of the movie “Journey,” which is set in Kita-Ushima Island in Sado. On the second night, let’s all gather around a campfire and create unforgettable memories.

• Fusion with modern expression!
We provide an opportunity to experience not only traditional culture, but also diverse modern expressions. Through experiencing sensitive contemporary dance and listening to rap music that conveys a powerful message, you can discover new charms that combine tradition and modernity.

This camping camp is not just an experience, but we promise that it will become a lifelong memory that will be deeply engraved in the hearts of each participant. A special time to feel the breath of local culture and create with your friends in the majestic nature of Sado. Why not experience the excitement that can only be experienced in Sado this summer?

 

■Dates

Saturday, August 9, 2025 to Monday, August 11, 2025 (holiday) 2 nights, 3 days

 

■Venue

ist – Sado https://ist-field.com/sado/

3 Seki, Sado City, Niigata Prefecture, 952-2203 Tel. 070-9046-0615

 

■Number of participants

30 people (Family, friend groups, individual participation OK)

 

■Participation requirements

Healthy boys and girls from 1st grade of elementary school to 3rd grade of high school.

3rd grade and below must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, 4th grade and above can participate as a group of friends, accompanied by a parent or guardian, or individually.
Parents must be 18 years of age or older.

*If there are 2 or fewer people participating, we will divide the tents into groups of 3-4.

 

■Participation fee (per person)

Camping empty-handed: 30,000 yen (tax included) Includes campsite usage fee and rental items

Bring camping equipment: 20,000 yen (tax included) Includes campsite usage fee

*The above amount includes the cost of cultural experience and food. However, please bring enough rice to eat yourself.

*Car ferry and jetfoil fees and airfare are not included. Please make your own reservations and pay for these.

 

■Application period

Application period: July 4th (Friday) to July 31st (Thursday)

Application form: https://edge-of-niigata.com/ja/tour/41883/

*Applications will be accepted from July 4th.

 

<Day 1> August 9th (Saturday)

09:30 – Meeting place: Ryotsu Port Bus Terminal (planned)
09:45 – Bus departure *Details will be described separately (those coming directly by car should meet at the campsite at 11:00)
11:30 – Lunch (bento)
12:15 – Orientation (explanation of event content and safety management, deciding on groups of 2 or less participants)
12:45 – Tent assembly, bedding preparation, dinner preparation, free time
16:00 – Dinner (BBQ)
18:00 – Appreciation of traditional performing arts: Slow-paced puppets: Hiroeiza Venue: Lounge space in the campsite
18:30 – Experience traditional performing arts: Sado Okesa Workshop: Toki Sanaekai Venue: Same as above
19:00 – Disband
19:15 – Screening of the film “Journey” Approximately 90 minutes Viewing by request only Venue: Same as above (lounge use until 21:00)

Shower by yourself (can be used before the traditional performance) Campsite shower hours 8:00-22:00

500 yen per person per time (shampoo, conditioner, body soap, hair dryer provided)

 

<Day 2> August 10th (Sun)

07:30 – Breakfast (food distributed from 7:00)
09:00 – Art activities (creation/expression)

Creation: Yoshida Morito Venue: Lounge space in the campsite

Physical expression (performing arts): teng Venue: Entire campsite

11:30 – Lunch (bento)
12:45 – Move from the campsite to Irizaki Beach (about 25 minutes one way by private bus)

Notify of precautions (shore, offshore, heat stroke, hydration, etc.)

15:30 – Depart the beach (about 25 minutes one way by private bus)

Shower by yourself (at the beach or campsite) Campsite shower hours 8:00-22:00

500 yen per person (shampoo, conditioner, body soap, hair dryer provided)

16:00 – Dinner preparation (curry) Tasting and curry contest
19:00 – Campfire (sunset 19:00)
19:30 – LIVE performance: SWAMP
20:00 – Disband (lounge use until 21:00)

 

＜Day 3＞ August 11 (Monday, holiday)

07:30 – Breakfast (food will be distributed from 7:00)
08:30 – Clean up, dismantle
10:30 – Disbandment ceremony
10:45 – Check out
11:00 – Bus departs (approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours to Ryotsu Port)
Around 13:00 – Expected arrival at Ryotsu Port Bus Terminal

 

■Empty-handed camping Rental items (per group)

✓ Tent, ground mat, tarp, peg set x 4

✓ Sleeping bag x 4

✓ Camping mat x 4

✓ LED lantern x 2

✓ Low chair x 4

✓ Low table x 1

✓ Gas stove

✓ Cooking utensils (pot, frying pan, cutting board, knife, scissors, peeler, ladle, spatula)

✓ Cutlery and tableware set for 4 people

✓ Dishwashing (scrubbing brush, detergent)

*If you bring your own camping gear, please prepare the necessary items yourself

 

■What to bring

Rice *Please bring the amount you will eat (approximately 2 cups per person)

Change of clothes (including cold weather clothes and heat stroke prevention measures), hat, rain gear, towel, toothbrush, garbage bag, charger, flashlight, writing utensils

Copy of insurance card, regular medications, first aid kit, insect repellent spray, mosquito coils, itching cream, sunscreen, personal necessities

・For those entering the sea: swimsuit, sandals, floats, etc.

・For those playing on the rocks: safe shoes such as marine shoes

 

 

This event is a special experiential program where you can gain a sense of accomplishment and new skills through outdoor activities, cultural experiences, and creative activities. Having confidence and a positive outlook for the young people and children who will lead the next generation will be the driving force behind building a bright future.

 

■Contact Information

Email: info@sado-art.com
Tel: 050-3317-0734 (Sado Island Galaxy Art Festival General Information | 10:00-17:00)