This time, I'm heading to Mt. Hiuchi in Myoko Kogen. In addition to the marshes scattered around Myoko Kogen, such as Imori Pond and Numanohara Marsh, there are also many mountains, such as Mt. Myoko and Mt. Kurohime. When I climbed Mt. Myoko before, I could see Tengu's Garden from the top, and I've always wanted to go there. It seems to be famous for its autumn leaves, but I thought the lush marshland in summer would be nice, so I decided to climb it...

オオサンショウウオは、日本最大の両生類です。 他の両生類とは一線を画する巨大さで人気のある生物です。 オオサンショウウオとは？ 西日本に生息する日本最大の両生類。 最大で150 cmにまでなるが、野生下では50~70 cmほど。 いずれにしても日本最大の両生類であることは間違いないありません。 今回の収穫。日本最大の両...

This is a natural park in Saitama. There are ponds and forests scattered throughout the park, attracting many birds. There are also many open spaces, so you can enjoy a picnic. Attractions Scenery ▼There are paths for walking and cycling. ▼There are watering holes and forests, attracting birds. ▼You can hear the calls of various birds from the forest. ▼You can also have a picnic if you bring a sheet. Knowledge Environment ▼Public...

On the way to Niigata, I happened to come across a place called Okubo Pond, where I heard that there were skunk cabbages growing, so I decided to stop by. Exploration ▼Okubo Pond Is it just a pond? ▼I thought there might be something in the back, so I walked along a path in the forest. ▼The path was muddy and scary, but I found something that looked like it. I managed to park the car and started exploring! ▼The skunk cabbage...

I had been thinking about going someday, but I had completely forgotten about the Japan Amphibian Research Institute, so I went and visited it! Facility Introduction ▼It is open from 10:00 to 17:00. Admission is 1,000 yen for adults, 800 yen for junior and senior high school students, and 600 yen for children from 4 years old to elementary school students. ▼We were greeted by a triple-stack of newts! So cute! These stuffed animals can also be purchased in the souvenir corner! ...

Walk from Oyakoi Marsh to the source of the Himekawa River! Exploration ▼We head from Oyakoi Marsh to the source of the Himekawa River. ▼After walking through the snow for about 10 minutes, we came to an open area. If we've come this far, the source of the Himekawa River is close. ▼The sun is just starting to shine! It feels like we're being welcomed! ▼A rest area covered in snow ▼We've arrived at the marshland area! ▼There's snow everywhere except where the water is flowing...

I went to the Sanbanike Wetland in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture! Exploration ▼A relatively large parking lot. We got ready and set off! ▼There is a large pond. Is this the Sanbanike? ▼The path is fairly solid. It's easy to walk. ▼As I walked, a boardwalk appeared. ▼A boardwalk with steps. I think this shape is unusual. ▼The leg structure is like this ▼It seems to be protected. ...

I went to Negawa Wetlands in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture. It was a well-maintained park-like environment, and I was able to enjoy multiple wetlands. Exploration ▼The parking lot was spacious. ▼We headed straight for the wetlands. ▼There was a boardwalk so we could see inside the wetlands. ▼There was a lot of water, and in the spring you could see tadpoles and other creatures. ▼There was also a stream, and the terrain was diverse. ▼This area was already...

I went to Kannon Numa in winter! I also came to Kannon Numa in winter last year, but I visited a little later. Exploration ▼ Parked the car and got ready. There was much less snow than in January last year. ▼ There was a fair amount of snow, but it seemed harder compared to when I visited last year. ▼ When you get to this area, you sink up to your ankles. Hiking boots...

I went to Naganoyama in Shinshiro, Aichi Prefecture. Exploration ▼There was a fair amount of snow left in the parking lot, probably because it was in the shade. ▼It seems that buses also pass through there. ▼We headed straight for the marsh. ▼There was a wire mesh door, which I guess was to protect against deer and other insects. It doesn't look good, but once you go inside, you can't see it in the photos! Once inside, it was quite spacious. ▼The view...