The marshes have many charms.
Each region has its own unique environment, so it's always interesting to visit.
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 say which marshland is better, so I'd really like you to explore them all on your own, but we all know that you probably don't have the time.
So, I would like to introduce some marshes that even beginners can enjoy!
This time, we will focus on the scenic marshes.
So let's get started!
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1. Takigashira Marsh
This is an artificial wetland located in Aga Town, Niigata Prefecture.
The farmland where people once lived has been returned to wetlands and is now being managed.
Artificial marshes are rare and well worth a visit.
It is very well maintained and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery safely.
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.
2. Himekawa Source Nature Observation Park
The river's source is in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture, and marshes have formed in the surrounding area.
Its attractions are the clear water from its source and the marsh plants that grow healthily there.
Nurtured by the abundant water, the marshland is covered in flowers such as anemone, dogtooth violets, amplexicaule, and anemone in early spring.
This is a place where you can enjoy the fantastic scenery and the sound of endless gushing water.
3. Hachimantai
This is a marshland located in Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture.
It is well known, and even people who are not interested in marshes may know of it as a mountain climbing or 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.
4. 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.
This is a rare marshland that can be accessed even during the height of winter snowfall.
The marsh is close to the parking lot, and you can see the main pond, Yashimagaike, as soon as you enter.
From early spring through summer, it is visited by a wide range of people, 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 marshland gives the impression of a paradise in the sky.
The greatest feature of Yashimagahara Wetland is that it combines friendliness and divinity!
5. 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.
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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