Onogame
大野亀
A huge rock outcrop about 167 meters high at the northern tip of Sado. In early summer, about one million Tobishima daylilies bloom across its slopes in a spectacular display.
Onogame is a giant single-rock outcrop on the north coast of Sado, about 167 meters tall. It ranks first among the Niigata Hundred Scenic Spots, and its name comes from the Ainu word for “god”. From late May to early June, about one million Tobishima daylilies bloom golden yellow on the slopes, a striking contrast with the blue sea, and in mid-June there is a Daylily Festival. A trail of about 20 minutes leads to the summit, where you can look out over the coastline. It is about 1 hour’s drive from Ryotsu. Public transport is scarce, so driving or a sightseeing bus is recommended.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Futatsugame
- Donden Plateau
- Lake Kamo
- Toki Forest Park
- Senkaku Bay
- Konpon-ji Temple
- Doyu no Wareto
- Sado Gold Mine