Let's go to Yashimagahara Marsh!

This is a marshland located in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture.

It is close to Suwa City and very accessible, so you will often see many people there.

It's an ideal place for first-time visitors to a marshland, as you can easily enjoy the boardwalk.

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Touring the Marshes

Early April

▼The snow has melted, but it looks like the buds will still have a while to come out.

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Early August

▼Yashimagaike Pond

There seem to be few living creatures in the acidic reservoir.

▼Wild Iris

▼Trollius

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Late December

▼Yashimagaike Pond is also frozen over.

Late February

▼There was a lot of snow, but it was still possible to walk in regular hiking boots.

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Equipment, stamina, and skills

▼The boardwalk is fully paved and it is easy to walk everywhere else.

One loop takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Most of the road is flat so it's not that difficult.

Because of the high altitude, it can be relatively cool, but it can get very hot in midsummer, so be sure to bring plenty of drinks.

Also, it can get chilly in early spring, so cold weather gear is essential.

▼In late December, the snow starts to pile up and the temperature drops below freezing.

The wind is strong, so the temperature feels quite cold.

You will need equipment suited to winter mountain climbing.

Visit the Marshes

access

It is about 35 minutes from Suwa IC.

Another attraction is its easy access.

The parking lot can accommodate about 100 cars, but it gets quite crowded during the peak season.

If you want to enjoy the quiet of the marshes, it's best to arrive just before or after sunrise.

weather forecast

The weather at Yashima Visitor Center Azami Hall is as follows:Herefrom!

Nearby facility information

For information on the Yashima Visitor Center,HerePlease enjoy!


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