I went to Iyari Marsh in mid-April. Exploring Proceed in a clockwise direction. ▼You can sense the buds sprouting from the entrance. ▼The buds are sprouting around the boardwalk. ▼It seems like spring hasn't come yet around here. ▼Marshmallow buds ▼Iyari Shrine ▼You can see that greenery is growing in the desolate winter marsh. ▼Mosses are growing early...

We went to Maeyama Marsh and Shibuike Pond in Shiga Kogen. Exploration ▼We parked our car in the parking lot and started the adventure. ▼Our destination, Maeyama Marsh and Shibuike Pond, is located right next to the lift (arrow). ▼This is the Maeyama Summer Lift. ▼We paid 700 yen round trip and got on the lift. ▼There is a rough map at the starting point. ▼The elevated marsh spreads out. The regulations...

Kitadobu Marsh is a marsh located in Kayanodaira, Nagano Prefecture. I came here last year, but gave up due to bad weather and the late hour. Exploration ▼This year, as expected, it was sunny. There is a parking lot in front of the information center. ▼A river flows along the road. ▼There is a sign for the marsh. ▼I walk in the direction of the lodge. ▼I walk along a road like this...

Dobu Marsh is a marsh in Nagano Prefecture. It is divided into the South Dobu Marsh, which is close to the campsite, and the North Dobu Marsh, which is further away. Exploration ▼It was foggy when we arrived. ▼This is a map of the whole area. We arrived late and the fog was very strong, so we decided to explore only the South Dobu Marsh. ▼As we went through the forest, the atmosphere gradually became more like a real marsh. ▼Further in, we came across a marsh with a stream running through it...

I went to Numanohara Marsh in the Madarao Highlands in Niigata Prefecture. Scenery ▼In summer, it looks like a vast grassland. ▼It is relatively large in size. ▼On sunny days, you can enjoy the contrast between the blue sky and the plants. Although it is about 1,000 m above sea level, the temperature is high in summer. ▼There is a lot of water, and several streams within the marsh. Marsh Information Summary Access...

I went to Oawara Marsh in Nagano Prefecture. There is a private car restriction from 8:00 to 15:00, so I arrived early in the morning and finished exploring early. Scenery ▼I parked my car in the parking lot and started. ▼As I walked along the boardwalk, I came across a mysteriously large space. It must be a rest area, but why is it so large? ▼Oawara Marsh is located south of Mount Nyukasa...

This is a quiet marshland that lies beyond the Ryuo Ski Resort in Kitashiga Kogen, Nagano Prefecture. There are few people here, so you can look for wildlife and enjoy the quiet marshland. ▼Park your car in front of the entrance and start your journey. ▼It's covered in grass and difficult to see, but there are stairs. ▼You'll walk through the forest. ▼First, start at Sangetsike Marsh ▼It's surrounded by trees. ...

I went to Oyami Marsh in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture. Scenery ▼We parked the car and headed out to the marsh. ▼Boardwalks were set up across the marsh, making it a good environment for nature observation. ▼At first glance, it looks like a very dry marsh, but it seems to be supplied with water from the nearby mountains. ▼Water springs out in abundance. ▼Although the altitude is 750m, there are plants growing in the subalpine and alpine zones...

I went to Oyachi Marsh in Nagano Prefecture. It's small, but it's packed with marsh-like charm. Scenery ▼We parked the car in the parking lot and set off. ▼As it is a tourist spot, there are shops. ▼The marsh area is about 4.5ha. ▼It is adjacent to the road, but it is blessed with a very rich natural environment. There were dragonflies flying around. ▼Along the road...

I went to Yashima Marsh in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture. This area, known as Kirigamine, is popular because it is easy to access and you can enjoy nature. It gets crowded during the day, so I arrived early in the morning. Scenery ▼I parked my car in the parking lot and set off. ▼First, I took a picture of the sign. ▼It was shrouded in fog. ▼There was mammal droppings on the boardwalk...