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Site of Kitazawa Flotation Plant
Attraction
4.3 (2632 reviews)
Overgrown remains of a 1930s flotation plant used to separate silver & gold from waste.
Japan, 〒952-1539 Niigata, Sado, Aikawa Kitazawamachi, ３−２
+81 259-74-2389
Highlights from Reviews
• ghibli atmosphere
The ruins are often compared to scenes from Studio Ghibli films like 'Castle in the Sky', creating a magical and unique ambiance.
• free admission
Entry to the site is free, making it an accessible and budget-friendly attraction for all visitors.
• historical significance
The site offers a glimpse into Sado's gold-mining past, with impressive abandoned refinery structures.
• photogenic ruins
The overgrown, concrete structures provide excellent opportunities for photography, especially during golden hours or at night.
• night illumination
The ruins are lit up at night, offering a different and often beautiful perspective of the structures.
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