#212 Kushiro shitsugen

Hokkaido, Kushiro

Kushiro Marshland (Kushiro-shitsugen) in Eastern Hokkaido, Japan, is the country's largest wetland, famous for its vast reedbeds, meandering Kushiro River, and as the vital habitat for the iconic, endangered Japanese red-crowned crane (Tancho). Designated as a National Park, it offers year-round nature experiences like canoeing, snowshoeing, and birdwatching, showcasing diverse wildlife and stunning seasonal landscapes from lush green to snowy silver.