2023.2.23 Iyari Marshland - Snow Field at Dusk -

Although we were running out of time, we wanted to see what the Iyari Marsh was like, so we stopped off for a little while.

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▼There is quite a bit of snow at the entrance.

▼It seemed like a lot of people had been there already, as there were many footprints.

Are you looking for skunk cabbage?

▼Some parts have melted and look like puddles.

▼By the time we got to this area, the snow had started to melt and the mud had softened.

▼Since the footing was poor and we were short on time, we decided to end our exploration here.

▼Finally, I took a picture of the blue sky.

Overview of Marshland Information

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Although there is a lot of snow, it is starting to melt, and flowers such as skunk cabbage may be peeking out.

Unfortunately, we were unable to explore due to time constraints.

Surrounding marshes

Ochikura Nature Park

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Oyami Marshland

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February 23, 2023: Oyaumi Marshland - A snowfield waiting for spring - | Marshland Diary Our next destination is the Oyami Marsh! Exploring ▼We park the car in the parking lot ▼Let's start exploring! The entrance is starting to melt and is slightly frozen, so we proceed carefully. ▼The area around the river is also starting to melt...

The source of the Hime River

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Karahanami Marsh

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February 23, 2023: Karahanami Marshland - A Marshland Where Traces Remain - | Marshland Diary Finally, we managed to slip into Karahanami Marshland! Exploration ▼Parked the car and started ▼There is snow, but less than elsewhere. ▼Footprints! Looks like monkey tracks? ▼The snow is melting and puddles are starting to form...

The Four Seasons of Iyari Marshland

Mid-April-1

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April 13, 2022 Itani-ri Wetland - Best season for skunk cabbage - | Wetland Diary Our first stop today is Itani-ri Marshland! There are clusters of skunk cabbage, giving a real sense of spring's arrival. Exploration ▼The entrance still feels a bit desolate. ▼The weather is nice, making for a great day for hiking...

Mid-April-2

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April 18, 2021 Itani-ri Wetland - The Season of Budding - | Wetland Diary I went to Itani-ri Marshland in mid-April. I explored it, proceeding clockwise. ▼ You can feel the budding from the entrance. ▼ Budding is spreading around the boardwalk. ▼ This area is...

Early May

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May 8, 2021 Itani-ri Wetland - The Season of Budding, Part 2 - | Wetland Diary Following last month's visit, I went to Itani-ri Marshland again in May. Exploration ▼It's become completely green. ▼Caltha palustris flowers ▼Symplocarpus renifolius are growing larger. ▼The flower parts are small and withered...

Mid-September

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September 20, 2020 Itani-ri Wetland - A quiet wetland as autumn approaches - | Wetland Diary I went to Itani-sato Marshland in Omachi, Nagano Prefecture. Although autumn is approaching, I still felt the summer vibes. [Image caption: Scenery] ▼The path near the entrance was flooded. Be careful if you're going in sneakers...

Early November

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November 1, 2020: Itani-ri Wetland - Beautiful Autumn Leaves - | Wetland Diary Autumn in Itanisato Marshland offers a tranquil atmosphere. With few people around, you can enjoy a peaceful and relaxing time. Scenery ▼The trees have shed their leaves, preparing for winter. ▼Some areas are still showing autumn colors...

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