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/