First time in the marshland - scenery edition -

The marshland has many attractions.

Each region has its own unique environment.

It is a place where you can encounter rare plants and animals, enjoy beautiful scenery, and sometimes get a glimpse of the harshness of nature.

It's hard to choose a favorite among the marshes, so I encourage you to explore each one on foot!

However, there is no way we have that kind of time, so I would like to introduce my top picks!

This time, we will focus on the scenic marshes.

So let's get started!

1. Yanohara Marsh

This marshland, located in Showa Village, Fukushima Prefecture, is characterized by a large swamp.

It is said to have been formed 80,000 years ago and is considered the second oldest wetland in Japan.

It makes me think about the countless years the marsh has passed through.

These ancient marshes delight us with their beauty in every season.

The autumn leaves are also breathtakingly beautiful.

In winter, silence envelops the marsh.

After a summer bustling with living creatures and a beautiful autumn, it makes you feel like you are preparing for the harsh season.

The charm of Yanohara Marsh lies in its ancient marshland atmosphere.

2. Yashimagahara Marsh

This is a marshland in Kirigamine, Nagano Prefecture.

The area is surrounded by mountains, with nothing but marshes and mountains as far as the eye can see.

The vast landscape makes you feel the greatness of nature.

The marsh is close to the parking lot, and you can see the main pond, Yashimagaike, as soon as you enter.

As a result, it attracts a wide range of visitors, from serious hikers to families.

There is a well-maintained boardwalk, and there is also a hiking trail that circles the marshland.

Because of the high altitude, spring comes late, but the area is bustling with life during the summer flowering season.

Despite being close to Suwa, the scenery gives the impression of a paradise in the sky.

The greatest feature of Yashimagahara Wetland is that it combines friendliness and divinity!

3. Hachimantai

This is a marshland located in Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture.

It is well known, and even people who aren't interested in marshes may know of it as a hiking trail.

This marshland was formed by volcanic activity, with water accumulating at the mouth of a former river, forming a swamp.

By hiking along the trails, you can observe a variety of marshes.

The gently sloping terrain allows for a wide sky, and the contrast between blue and green is captivating.

There is an abundance of water and many ponds, allowing you to enjoy the typical marshland scenery.

At Hachimantai, you can enjoy the contrast between the lush greenery and the blue sky, while also seeing the giant natural formations formed by volcanoes.

4. The Source of the Himekawa River

This is the source of the Hime River, which flows through Niigata to the Sea of Japan.

Located in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture, wetlands have formed around the source of the river.

Its attractions are the clean water that only a river can produce and the marsh plants that grow healthily there.

In early spring, the marshland is covered with flowers such as anemone, dogtooth violets, amaryllis, and anemone.

If you want to enjoy fantastic scenery and the sound of flowing water, look no further than the source of the Himekawa River.

5. Takigashira Marsh

This is an artificial wetland located in Aga Town, Niigata Prefecture.

It seems that the farmland that people had once created and lived on has been reused and turned into wetlands.

Artificial marshes are rare and well worth a visit.

It is now a habitat for many different creatures and helps preserve a valuable ecosystem.

This is a rare example of a site that was once a settlement and then returned to being a marshland.

I think the best part of this marshland is enjoying the abundant nature of today while imagining the rural settlements of the past.

summary

This time, we introduced recommendations centering on beautiful scenery!

Even beginners are sure to enjoy it.

However, the scenery isn't the only attraction of the marshland.

You can enjoy the plants in the spring, the animals in the summer, the autumn leaves in the fall, and the harshness of nature in the winter.

There are plenty of other attractive places besides the marshes introduced this time, so be sure to check out this site and find your favorite marsh!

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