The Kushiro marshes are the largest in Japan. They cover 2,680 km² of wetlands and are a must-see if you’re visiting the northern island of Hokkaido. Established as a national park in 1987, birdwatchers from all over the world come here to observe the Japanese crane, a species once considered extinct, but which has survived thanks to conservation efforts.
But the Kushiro marshes are not just a haven for Japanese cranes. 2,000 animal species, including the famous white-tailed fish eagles and sika deer, also live here. The best way to explore the marshes is by canoe.
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