Kushiro Shitsugen National Park
A national park with a vast expanse of magnificent nature
Kushiro Marsh is a national park consisting of Japan's largest marshland, the Kushiro River and its tributaries, and the hills surrounding the marshland.The park covers an area of 220.7 square kilometers and is home to a variety of precious plants and animals, including the red-crowned crane, which is designated as a special natural treasure by the Japanese government.In 1967, the marsh itself was designated as a national natural monument, which has enabled the park to maintain a landscape unique to Hokkaido and unparalleled in the country.
In 1980, the central part of the marsh became the first Ramsar wetland in Japan, and seven years later, almost the entire area, including the surrounding marshland, was designated as a national park. There are a number of scenic overlooks within the national park, so be sure to visit and take in the magnificent scenery.
- * Please note that the text shown on this page includes machine translations.
- Category
- Mountain, ridge, plateau, marshland, canyon
- Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Travel Inspiration
- Enjoy spectacular views
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Address
- 北海道釧路市・釧路郡釧路町・阿寒郡鶴居村・川上郡標茶町
- Telephone Number
- 0154-31-1993（Kushiro Tourism and Convention Association）
- Prices
- free to stroll
- Car Park
- free
- Directions
- ●On foot: About 10 minutes from JR Kushiro Shitsugen Station (to Hosooka Observation Deck)
●By car: About 60 minutes from Doto Expwy Akan IC (to Hosooka Observation Deck) - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
