Useful information for foreign tourists
Find out Sanjo
Sanjo is located almost at the center of Niigata prefecture and famous for its metal processing industry.Not only noted as the city of craftmanship, Sanjo is rich in nature where you can feel the beauty of each season.Sanjo has a lot of spots that "wow"you.You'll surely find something just for you!
Town Alive with Craftsmanship

The origin of the metal industry in Sanjo dates back to about 400 years ago.In those days, farmers oftem suffered from floods of the Ikarashi river.The governor officer during that period invited blacksmiths from Edo(present Tokyo) to teach farmers how to make Japanese hand-forged nails for their side business.Since the mid-19th century, production of knives and craftmen tools, to which forging traditions have come from, has been thriving.
Nowadays, they are produced not only for the Japanese market, but also for foreign countries.Take a tour of factories in Sanjo and feel the finest craftmenship!
Abundant Nature

Forests stretching out to the border with the neighboring prefecture, the Shitada area is filled with grand natural beauty.Visitors can enjoy distinct charms of the nature in each season: majestic Yagigahana Rock, pretty rosy lilies, swans coming over to the Ikarashi river.the Honai area, where the forestation industry thrives, is covered with beautiful flowers and plants.Abundant nature in Sanjo will make your body and soul relaxed!
Variour Events
From historical, traditional ceremonies to vibrant festivals,Sanjo has a lot of fascinating events all year around!
Check out the event calender of Sanjo!

Sanjo Festival

The Sanjo Great Kite Battle

Honjoji Ogre Dancing and Bean Throwing Ceremony
Brochures
Guidebook in English(PDFファイル:11.3MB) Guidebook in Simplified Chinese(PDFファイル:7.5MB)
Guidebook in Traditional Chinese(PDFファイル:7.5MB)
Nine Must-do's in TSUBAMESANJO Italian in a Town of Craftmanship(PDFファイル:16.2MB)
Useful traffic information Page1-3(Simplified Chinese)(PDFファイル:9.2MB)
Useful traffic information Page4-7(Simplified Chinese)(PDFファイル:18.6MB)
Useful traffic information Page1-3(traditional Chinese)(PDFファイル:9MB)
Useful traffic information Page4-7(Traditional Chinese)(PDFファイル:17.5MB)
Sanjo Blacksmith Hall Sanjo Blacksmith Hall
(Simplified Chinese)(PDFファイル:1.3MB) (Traditional Chinese)(PDFファイル:996.2KB)
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更新日:2022年12月14日