The rice marshland in Sakegawa Village, Yamagata Prefecture, is known for the wide variety of plants that bloom there. It is a treasure trove of rare flora and fauna, including the Gifu butterfly, which can be seen in early spring. *Due to damage caused by heavy rains in 2024, it is currently inaccessible. For details, see the website of the Sakegawa Village Tourism Association. Touring the marshland ▼By July, all the marsh plants have finished blooming, and the area is generally lush and green. http://www.sakegawavillage.jp/

This marshland in Fuyushi, Nikaho City, is certified as one of Japan's 500 most important marshes. Unlike Hachimantai and other places, it has not been developed as a tourist spot, and there are no boardwalks. Touring the marshland Late July ▼A place that seems to be a marshland. ▼Alluvial fan reservoir https://www.wetlandjapan.com/217toshi Equipment, stamina, and skills...

This is a marshland in the mountains of Mt. Mitsuishi in Iwate Prefecture. During the autumn foliage season, it is crowded with hikers. Visiting the marshland ▼A marshland suddenly appears on the hiking trail. It doesn't seem to be very large. https://www.wetlandjapan.com/2010mitsuishiyama Equipment, physical strength, and skills ▼Mitsuishi Marshland requires equipment and tools for general mountain climbing...

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...

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...