Otowa Pond

Overview

Nestled in the heart of Sado Island's magnificent nature, Otowa Pond is a mystical natural pond surrounded by a primeval forest of beech and Mizunara oak trees. At its center lies one of Japan's largest high-moor floating islands, home to over 20 plant species, including American Sphagnum and Katamari Sugi-goke moss. A heart-shaped hole in the center of the floating island adds to its romantic charm, said to aid in the island's buoyancy. The pond's name originates from a legend about a beautiful girl named 'Otowa' who, captivated by the pond's guardian serpent, drowned herself. Otowa Pond, along with its surrounding natural forest, forms a precious landscape and is designated as a prefectural natural monument. It's a place of serene beauty, perfect for refreshing your mind and body. When visiting Otowa Pond, take your time and enjoy a peaceful stroll, immersing yourself in the breath of nature.