Kyomachi-dori Street

Overview

Kyomachi-dori Street was the main street connecting the Sado gold and silver mine and the magistrate's office. It once thrived with mine workers, officials, transporters, and townspeople. The houses and shops of that era line the slopes, creating a charming streetscape. Even today, buildings and cobblestone streets that retain the atmosphere of the time remain, allowing visitors to feel the weight of history. Kyomachi-dori Street also features historical structures such as the Sado Woodblock Print Museum and the former Aikawa Detention Center. At the Sado Woodblock Print Museum, you can appreciate works by woodblock print artists connected to Sado Island. The former Aikawa Detention Center is a reconstruction of a detention center used in the Meiji era, offering a glimpse into the conditions of prisons at that time. When exploring Kyomachi-dori Street, take your time and imagine the bustling activity of the past to enhance your experience of the history. There are also cafes and souvenir shops along the street, making it a great place to stop and rest. Kyomachi-dori Street is a valuable place to experience the history and culture of Sado Island. Be sure to visit and feel the vibrancy of the past.