Cape Kirakotan

Beautiful Wetland Views

Chris Barnes Aug 22, 2013 - 1 min read

Cape Kirakotan views at the end of the trail

Beautiful views of the capillary lakes that run through Shitsugen National Park

The walk is best enjoyed in the morning when the bird song is at its peak and the forrest is covered in mildew

The trail is easy and flat most of the way which makes it accessible for families and the elderly

One of the many seasonal flowers that you're likely to encounter on the walk

The entrance to the Cape Kirakotan trail

The walking trails are narrow, allowing you to enjoy the lush foliage

Lines of pine trees along the track emit a constant buzzing of wildlife early in the morning

An early morning walk to Cape Kirakotan, located in the heart of the Shitsugen National Park in Kushiro, offers amazing views of Japan's largest marshland. The trail is quite easy being flat most of the way as it weaves through lush summer foliage to the sound of early morning bird songs. Along the trail you are likely to come across wild mint growing and seasonal flowers in full bloom. There are bears in the area so in the interest of safety, bear bells, bear repellant spray and a stick or two are advisable. The trail ends at Cape Kirakotan, a beautiful vista of capillary wetland rivers that weave their way through the Shitsugen National Park. The main entrance to the park is not marked on Google maps, therefore I suggest obtaining a map of the Shitsugen National Park, and following the directions to Cape Kirakotan.

Chris Barnes @chris.barnes

A little while ago i began exploring the world. I started in Japan, and after 29 countries of amazing adventures, i find myself back in Japan fully absorbed in its culture, its people and its beauty.