Kushiro Wetlands Observation Tower

Flow of the course

About this spot

Standing in the core area of Kushiro Wetlands National Park, this observation tower allows you to overlook the vast landscape of Japan's largest wetland from an elevated viewpoint. From the tower, you can see the meandering rivers through the wetland, and on clear days, you may even spot red-crowned cranes. The building also has exhibition spaces introducing the wetland's ecosystem, which will deepen your understanding when combined with what you learned at the museum earlier. The magnificent scale of nature unique to Hokkaido will surely elicit exclamations of wonder from both adults and children. Around the observation tower, there are also walking trails to a satellite observation tower, and if time permits, you can enjoy a walk along the wetland's edge.

Tips

About 20 minutes by car from Kushiro Station. Also accessible by local bus heading to Kushiro Wetlands Observation Tower, but service is limited, so check the schedule in advance. Admission is 490 yen for adults. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the trails around the observation tower. Plan to depart by 4 PM so you can return with plenty of time for the evening meal.

Best time to visit

Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes required. On clear afternoons, the wetland's greenery is vibrant and the views are spectacular.

Access & map

〒084-0922 6-11 Hokuto, Kushiro City, Hokkaido