383-2 Niho Nagane, Sado City, Niigata Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥1,500
Toki Forest Park in Sado City is dedicated to the conservation and appreciation of the Japanese crested ibis (toki). Just a 15-minute drive from Ryotsu Port, the park features the Toki Exhibition Hall, detailing breeding and reintroduction efforts, and the Toki Fureai Plaza, offering close-up views of these rare birds in enclosures. Visitors can also explore the grounds, which include a monument to Kin, the last native Japanese crested ibis. Don't miss the popular edamame soft-serve ice cream at the park's shop. It's an ideal destination for learning about and observing the iconic toki.