This is a marshland in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture. It is adjacent to the source of the Himekawa River and is an abundant marshland. Touring the marshland Mid-April ▼Marshland with snow remaining https://www.wetlandjapan.com/224oyomi Late April ▼Compared to other marshes, there are fewer flowers, but you can definitely feel the arrival of spring. https://www.wetlandja...

This is a marshland in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture. It is close to Suwa City, so it is very accessible and you will see many people there. It is perfect for first-time marshes as you can easily enjoy the boardwalk. Touring the marshland Early April ▼The snow has disappeared, but it seems that the buds are still a long way off. https://www.wetlandjapan.com/214-yashima-1 ht...

This is a small marshland in the Ochikura Plateau in Hakuba Village. In spring, the whole area is covered with Asian skunk cabbage and skunk cabbage. Touring the marshland Early April ▼It was the season when Asian skunk cabbage and skunk cabbage sprouted! https://www.wetlandjapan.com/224-ochikura Late April ▼The best time to see Asian skunk cabbage and various other plants blooming...

The Himekawa River Source is the source of the Himekawa River, a first-class river that runs through Nagano and Niigata prefectures and flows into the Sea of Japan. Located in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture, it is a rare place where you can see the source of the river up close. Touring the Marshland ▼Even in summer, groundwater never runs dry, bubbling up and forming a wetland. The melting snow marks the start of the flower season, which is a delight to the eyes. ▼Ministry of the Environment...

Numappa Marsh is a marsh in Nasushiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture. The water level changes greatly depending on the amount of precipitation. Therefore, it is a marsh with a unique ecosystem where diverse environments coexist. Touring the marsh in mid-August ▼A marsh that exists quietly in the forest. ▼This is what it looks like in the early morning. ▼For more details, please click here! https://www.wetlandjap...

This marshland is located in Showa Village, Onuma District, Fukushima Prefecture. It consists of two layers: a high marshland and a low marshland. It was formed 80,000 years ago and is thought to be the second oldest marshland in Japan. Touring the marshland Early June ▼Northern marshland ▼Mating Japanese common frogs ▼Frog eggs ▼Weigela ▼Cotton grass https://www.wetlandjapan.com/216ya...

Imori Pond is a large artificial pond in Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture. There are marshes around the pond, which are habitats for a variety of plants and animals. In spring, you can enjoy skunk cabbage and Japanese quince, and in autumn, you can enjoy autumn leaves. Touring the marshes Late April ▼Snow still remains on Mt. Myoko. ▼A field of Asian skunk cabbage blooming. https://www.wetlandjapan.com/220424imorii...

Takigashira Marsh is an artificial marsh in Aga Town, Niigata Prefecture. Although it is an artificial marsh, its fertility is comparable to that of a natural marsh. Rather, it is a place where you can enjoy the richness of well-managed nature. Touring the marsh Early June ▼It is an attractive place with a marsh-like atmosphere that makes it hard to believe it is artificial. In early spring, Iris arvensis and Hemerocallis daylilies bloom in abundance. ▼Hemerocallis daylilies ...

Hachimantai, located in Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture, is an alpine marsh dotted with swamps and ponds. While the winters are harsh, in summer you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of lush green trees. The marsh is astounding in its sheer size. Visit the marsh in early August ▼The scenery from the mountaintop isn't that great, so the marsh area is the main focus. ▼In summer, it's colored with blue and green. ▼Hachimantai...