Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) Canoe Experience Tour Popularity Ranking

Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) Canoe Experience Tour Popularity Ranking
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Activity Japan editorial department

On this page, we will introduce Hokkaido, known as the largest wetland in Japan. Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) canoe experience tour A big feature!

Popular rankings, recommended experience tours, fees (price), best season, etc. Thorough introduction of information useful for booking Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) canoe experience tours To do.

"Amazing places and attractions of Kushiro Marsh", "How to get to Kushiro Marsh", etc. Check together with the Kushiro Marsh sightseeing information Let's do it.

What is Kushiro Marsh?

Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) Canoe Experience Tour Popularity Ranking

The " Kushiro Marsh and Kushiro Marsh National Park ”.

The area of 28,788 hectares, equivalent to about 6,000 Tokyo Domes, Japan's largest wetland , of which 7,863 hectares are Ramsar Convention ” is registered.

What is the Ramsar Convention? Convention on Wetlands of International Importance, Especially as Waterfowl Habitat One of the international treaties whose official name is

The Kushiro Wetland is home to a variety of wildlife, including the red-crowned crane, which is an endangered species and a national natural monument. 1,300 endemic species is alive, and 80% of the area is covered with reeds and sedges. 700 species of plants is naturally occurring.

Many tourists visit throughout the year in search of its rich nature One of Hokkaido's most popular outdoor spots It is

Main plants found in Kushiro Marsh

Taika willow / Futamata jjigae / Black lily / Hingemo / Ezo harisuge / Yachiran / Sawararan / Japanese iris / etc.

Main animals seen in Kushiro Marsh

Ezo red fox / Ezo deer / Chipmunk / White-tailed eagle / Red-crowned crane / Steller's sea eagle / Blakiston's fish owl / Black woodpecker / Northern salamander / Ito / Ezo white-tailed dragonfly / etc.

How to get to Kushiro Marsh

To Kushiro Marsh Station and Kushiro Marsh Observatory, which are the main spots of Kushiro Marsh, Access from Kushiro Airport (Tancho Kushiro Airport) and Kushiro Station To do.

The distance to Kushiro Shitsugen Station is Approximately 21.4 kilometers from Kushiro Station, approximately 42.1 kilometers from Kushiro Airport (Tancho Kushiro Airport) is.

Kushiro Station → JR Kushiro Main Line → Kushiro Shitsugen Station (approximately 20 minutes)

Kushiro Airport → Kushiro Marsh Observatory (required time: about 20 minutes)

Kushiro Station → Akan Bus → Kushiro Marsh Observatory (Approx. 40 minutes)

Best time to see Kushiro Marsh

Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) Canoe Experience Tour Popularity Ranking

" When is the best time to visit Kushiro Marsh? "or" Which season is recommended to visit Kushiro Marsh? Isn't there a lot of people who have doubts?

In conclusion, Kushiro Marsh has Spring, summer, autumn, winter, all seasons have different charms It can be said that all seasons are the best seasons.

If you enjoy observing flora and fauna, spring to summer By If you want to enjoy the autumn leaves, go for autumn , Winter is the place to enjoy snowy landscapes and natural phenomena unique to winter All seasons have their charm.

Summarized below Temperature by season (month) Enjoy sightseeing in the Kushiro Marsh after preparing clothes that match your needs.

Average annual temperature of Kushiro Marsh

Month average maximum temperature average minimum temperature
January -1°C -12°C
February -1°C -12°C
March 3°C -6℃
April 8°C 0℃
in May 13°C 4°C
June 16°C 9°C
July 19°C 13°C
August 22°C 15℃
September 20°C 11°C
October 15℃ 4°C
November 9°C -2°C
December 2°C -8°C
*Activity Japan research

The area around Kushiro Marsh, Minimum temperatures below freezing from November to March down to

If you are planning to visit in autumn, winter, or early spring, make sure that you have a plan that can withstand the harsh Hokkaido temperatures. Thorough protection against the cold is a must becomes.

Winter Kushiro Marsh and Kushiro River Recommended Plan

[Hokkaido, Kushiro Wetland] Experience a Canadian canoe on the Arekinai River, a tributary of the Kushiro River, a fantasy world in winter.

Old Place
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
9,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (4 reviews / experiences)

One of the winter Kushiro Marsh activities known to those in the know, "Canadian Canoe" We will take you on a leisurely Canadian canoe along the Arekinai River (about 3km round trip), which is a tributary from Lake Toro located in the eastern part of the marsh to the Kushiro River. This is a canoe tour on the calm Arekinai River, so even beginners can participate with confidence.

How to enjoy sightseeing in Kushiro Marsh

Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) Canoe Experience Tour Popularity Ranking

Counted as one of Hokkaido's representative sightseeing spots " Kushiro Marsh and Kushiro Marsh National Park ”.

Enjoy observing the natural scenery of the four seasons and the flora and fauna that live there There are four main ways to fully enjoy Kushiro Marsh sightseeing: there is.

  • Observatory
  • promenade
  • Kushiro Wetland Norocco Train
  • canoe tour

From here, Features of each of the four types and how to enjoy them Let's take a look at

Observation deck of Kushiro Marsh

In the Kushiro Marsh, Overlooking a vast wetland area from the hill Several observatories have been installed.

The places that can be seen and the animals and plants that can be observed are different for each Therefore, it might be interesting to visit all the observatories.

Kushiro Marsh Observatory / Hosooka Observatory / Yumegaoka Observatory / Sarubo Observatory / Sarurun Observatory / Kottaro Wetland Observatory

Kushiro Marsh Observatory Recommended Plan

[Hokkaido Kushiro] Sightseeing tour "Tancho and Kushiro Marsh Observatory Course" 2 hours using private hire

Venus Kushiro Hire Co., Ltd. (Head office)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
13,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

This is a sightseeing plan using a private hire (small car) for those using a cruise ship. How about a little sightseeing after leaving the ship? [Example of itinerary] This is a course that goes around Kushiro Marsh Observatory and Japanese Crane Natural Park. [Required time] 2 hours ■ Use of facilities, etc. will be at your own expense.

Kushiro Marsh Promenade

As a way to enjoy nature observation and bird watching in Kushiro Marsh, Strolling and trekking on the promenade there is.

From courses that are easy to walk even for those who are not confident in their physical strength to courses with intense ups and downs Choose from various routes can.

Kushiro Marsh Observatory Promenade / Onnenai Boardwalk / Shirarutoro Lake Promenade / Hosooka Observatory Promenade / Takkobu Yumegaoka Trail / Toro Lakeside Trail/Phytoncide Forest Trail

Kushiro Marsh Promenade Recommended Plan

[Hokkaido Kushiro] Kushiro Wetland A course 1 hour 30 minutes normal jumbo sea (up to 9 customers)

Kushiro Nikko Taxi Co., Ltd.
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
13,800 Yen ~ (tax included)

It will be a guide to Kushiro Shitsugen National Park. This course will guide you from the west side of Kushiro Marsh, which was created as the 28th National Park, and is the largest low-rise marshland in Japan, showing the largest "horizontal expanse" of nature. At the Kushiro Wetland Observatory, which has a motif of "Yachibozu", you can see the marsh in the four seasons and live video, and you can see the history and the present of the marsh.

Kushiro Wetland Norocco Train

It runs for a limited time from late April to October, which is the peak season for sightseeing in Kushiro Marsh. Kushiro Wetland Norocco Train ”.

About 50 minutes one way from Kushiro Station to Toro If you are lucky, you can observe animals such as Yezo deer and red-crowned cranes from inside the train.

  * May slow down and stop when encountering animals

Fares for the Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko

Kushiro - Toro Adult ¥640 / Child ¥320
Kushiro - Hosooka Adult ¥540 / Child ¥270
Kushiro - Kushiro Marsh Adult ¥440 / Child ¥220
Kushiro - East Kushiro Adult ¥200 / Child ¥100
Reserved seat fee +530 yen
* Activity Japan research (as of March 2023)

Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train Recommended Plan

[Hokkaido Kushiro] Canoe tour! Crossing Lake Toro-Alekinai River-Kushiro River main stream-Hosooka (Norocco pick-up plan)

Canoe shop Hiraiwa
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
9,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

I will pick you up at Toroji Station. You can enjoy the scenery in the Norocco in front of the canoe and you can take the Norocco again on the way back. Even within the Kushiro River there is a change in the landscape, and it is a good section to establish encounters with animals. It is a course that you can enjoy long distance and time as a section.

From here, Activity Japan highly recommends this time Dig deeper into the Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) canoe experience tour I will continue.


Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) Canoe Experience Tour Appeal

Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) Canoe Experience Tour Popularity Ranking

Activity Japan's most recommended method for sightseeing in Kushiro Marsh is " Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) Canoe Experience Tour is participation in

The Kushiro River, which has a total length of about 154 kilometers and its tributaries, flows north and south through the Kushiro Marsh. A canoe experience tour where you can fully enjoy the nature of spring, summer, autumn and winter is held and gain popularity.

Lush greenery in spring and summer, trees with colored leaves in autumn, frost-covered trees and diamond dust in winter. You can see natural phenomena unique to Hokkaido in winter while cruising on a canoe.

Canoeing (including boating) is an outdoor activity based on rowing yourself. Anyone can easily steer the boat with a guide instructor's lecture That is also attractive.

Those who want to actively enjoy the nature of Kushiro Marsh Let's take part in the "Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) Canoe Experience Tour".

A tributary of the Kushiro River

Osappe River (Lake Kushiro) / Kushiro River / Saiei Beppo River / Nita River / Isobunuchi River / Otatsuniushi River / Pon Tawa River / Tawa River / Osobetsu River / Chomanai River / Kunikunnai River / Sirondo River / Former Osobetsu River / Numaoro River / Kottaro River / Shiraru Troetro River (Shiraru Toro Lake) / Arekinai River (Beppo Lake) / Moarekinai River / Chokubetsu River / Homakai River / Tatsuko Takegawa (Tatsuko Takenuma) / Hisashiro River / Shin Kushiro River (Beppo) / Yukiso River / Mogetsu River / Hororo River / Mohororo River / Tsurui Ashibetsu River / Tsuruhashinai River / Ninshi Beppo River / Oriyo Map River / Former Yukiso River / Beppo River / Kamibetsu Hogawa / Obira Shike River / Santa Kumbe River / Musa River / Beppo River

From here, it is held in Kushiro Marsh and Kushiro River Introducing recommended canoe experience tours I will continue.


Kushiro Marsh/Kushiro River Canoe Experience Tour Recommended Plan

As I mentioned earlier, The Kushiro River canoe experience tour is synonymous with tourism "Kushiro Marsh/Kushiro Marsh National Park" is one of them.

Differences in courses, required time, things that even small children can participate, etc. Various canoe experience tours are held on the Kushiro River It has been.

for that reason" I want to enjoy canoeing in Kushiro Marsh, but which tour should I choose? I think there are many people who are worried about it.

Below, as a reference, Activity Japan has a high review and word-of-mouth evaluation " Kushiro Marsh/Kushiro River Canoe Experience Tour Recommended Plan ” will be carefully selected and introduced.

[Kushiro River Marsh, Hokkaido] Feel the breeze blowing over a wide and calm river and row a canoe or boat [Short course]

BLACK RIVER (Black River)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
6,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (21 reviews and experiences)

The course that flows through the Kushiro Marsh departs from Hosooka Station on a wide and calm river, and then slowly descends to the Iwahogi Water Gate while feeling the wind blowing in the marsh. * This is a short course.

[Hokkaido / Kushiro River Headwaters] Let's heal around the Kushiro River Headwaters by canoe or boat [Standard Course]

BLACK RIVER (Black River)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
6,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.6
  • (19 reviews and experiences)

The cleanest part of the Kushiro River, which has a total length of 113 km, is this headwater course that descends from Lake Kussharo. If you take a break between the mirrors where the spring water flows or go through the trees, you will be healed considerably. * This is a standard course.

[Kushiro River Marsh, Hokkaido] Let's relax by canoe or boat while feeling the wind blowing in the marsh to the water gate [Standard course]

BLACK RIVER (Black River)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
8,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.8
  • (35 reviews and testimonials)

A wide and calm river that flows through the Kushiro Marsh starts from Lake Toro and goes down to Hosooka Station or Iwahogi Water Gate by canoeing while feeling the wind blowing in the marsh. For those who do not have time, we recommend the short course from Hosooka Station to Iwahogi Water Gate. * This is a standard course.

[Hokkaido Kushiro] Canoe touring | Kushiro Marsh | Enjoy the charm of nature ♪ | Participation by 2 to 3 people

Gracefield
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
9,500 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (3 reviews / experiences)

It takes about 90 minutes (8 km) to slowly descend the area from the middle to the lower reaches of Kushiro Marsh. *In the case of strong winds, we will guide you to the upper reaches of the wetland, which is less affected by the wind.

[Kushiro River Marsh, Hokkaido] Row a canoe or boat while feeling the wind blowing over a wide and calm river [Long course]

BLACK RIVER (Black River)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
12,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (11 reviews / experiences)

On the course that flows through the Kushiro Marsh, you will depart from Lake Toro on a wide and calm river and slowly descend to Hosooka Station or Iwahogi Water Gate while feeling the wind blowing in the marsh. For those who do not have time, we recommend the short course from Hosooka Station to Iwahogi Water Gate. * This is a long course.

Kushiro Marsh and Kushiro River Canoe Experience Tour Popularity Ranking

Finally, based on the latest reservation data of Activity Japan " Kushiro Marsh and Kushiro River Canoe Experience Tour Popularity Ranking ” will be introduced.

Please use the tour content and experience fee (price), as well as the reputation based on reviews and word-of-mouth experiences, to compare and consider plan selection.


POINT!
Many reservations and inquiries are expected for each plan during long holiday seasons such as Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, Golden Week, summer vacation, and Silver Week. We recommend that you check the availability of the schedule and make early reservations.
1 Rank

[Kushiro River Marsh, Hokkaido] Let's relax by canoe or boat while feeling the wind blowing in the marsh to the water gate [Standard course]

BLACK RIVER (Black River)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
8,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.8
  • (35 reviews and testimonials)

A wide and calm river that flows through the Kushiro Marsh starts from Lake Toro and goes down to Hosooka Station or Iwahogi Water Gate by canoeing while feeling the wind blowing in the marsh. For those who do not have time, we recommend the short course from Hosooka Station to Iwahogi Water Gate. * This is a standard course.

2 Rank

[Kushiro River Marsh, Hokkaido] Feel the breeze blowing over a wide and calm river and row a canoe or boat [Short course]

BLACK RIVER (Black River)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
6,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (21 reviews and experiences)

The course that flows through the Kushiro Marsh departs from Hosooka Station on a wide and calm river, and then slowly descends to the Iwahogi Water Gate while feeling the wind blowing in the marsh. * This is a short course.

3 Rank

[Kushiro River Marsh, Hokkaido] Row a canoe or boat while feeling the wind blowing over a wide and calm river [Long course]

BLACK RIVER (Black River)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
12,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (11 reviews / experiences)

On the course that flows through the Kushiro Marsh, you will depart from Lake Toro on a wide and calm river and slowly descend to Hosooka Station or Iwahogi Water Gate while feeling the wind blowing in the marsh. For those who do not have time, we recommend the short course from Hosooka Station to Iwahogi Water Gate. * This is a long course.

4 Rank

[Hokkaido, Kushiro Wetland] Experience a Canadian canoe on the Arekinai River, a tributary of the Kushiro River, a fantasy world in winter.

Old Place
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
9,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (4 reviews / experiences)

One of the winter Kushiro Marsh activities known to those in the know, "Canadian Canoe" We will take you on a leisurely Canadian canoe along the Arekinai River (about 3km round trip), which is a tributary from Lake Toro located in the eastern part of the marsh to the Kushiro River. This is a canoe tour on the calm Arekinai River, so even beginners can participate with confidence.

5 Rank

[Hokkaido Kushiro River Headwaters] Let's go down the Kushiro River headwaters by boat or canoe. [Long course]

BLACK RIVER (Black River)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
10,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (5 reviews / experiences)

The cleanest part of the Kushiro River, which has a total length of 113 km, is this headwater course that descends from Lake Kussharo. If you take a break between the mirrors where the spring water flows or go through the trees, you will be healed considerably. * This is a long course.

6 Rank

[Hokkaido / Kushiro River Headwaters] Let's heal around the Kushiro River Headwaters by canoe or boat [Standard Course]

BLACK RIVER (Black River)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
6,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.6
  • (19 reviews and experiences)

The cleanest part of the Kushiro River, which has a total length of 113 km, is this headwater course that descends from Lake Kussharo. If you take a break between the mirrors where the spring water flows or go through the trees, you will be healed considerably. * This is a standard course.

7 Rank

[Hokkaido / Kushiro] Kushiro Marsh Observatory Arekinai River Tour (1-6 people)

River guide Company Nanook (Nanook)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
7,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

After practicing canoeing at Lake Toro, slowly descend the jungle-like Arekinai River, which repeats winding and meandering, to the confluence of the Kushiro River. Recommended for those who are new to canoeing. We are conducting a tour for 1 to 6 people, so please feel free to join us.

8 Rank

[Hokkaido / Kushiro] Great lunch included! Kushiro Wetland 1-day canoe tour (1-4 people)

River guide Company Nanook (Nanook)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
15,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

For those who want to relax and enjoy the Kushiro Marsh. After practicing canoeing on Lake Toro, head straight from the Arekinai River to the Kushiro River, which weaves its way through the wetlands. Descend from Lake Toro to Hosooka (10 km). Please feel free to join us♪

9 Rank

[Hokkaido / Kushiro] Great lunch included! Kushiro River headwaters 1-day canoe tour (1-4 people)

River guide Company Nanook (Nanook)
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
16,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

After practicing canoeing in the beautiful cove of the Wakoto Peninsula, head to the headwaters of the Kushiro River. If the weather is nice, you can go around the Wakoto Peninsula. Enjoy lunch outdoors ♪ We are holding a tour for 1 to 4 people. Please feel free to join us.

10 Rank

[Hokkaido/ Kushiro] Group | Canoe Touring | Kushiro Wetland |

Gracefield
Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Kussharo
7,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

It takes about 90 minutes (8 km) to slowly descend the area from the middle to the lower reaches of Kushiro Marsh. *In the case of strong winds, we will guide you to the upper reaches of the wetland, which is less affected by the wind.

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