6-11 Hokuto, Kushiro City, Hokkaido
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Cost per person
¥1,000
Discover the Kushiro City Marsh Observatory, a unique building resembling a Western-style castle, built in 1984. Located a 30-minute bus ride from Kushiro Station, this observatory offers panoramic views of the Kushiro Marshland from its third floor and rooftop. Inside, explore exhibits on the marsh's flora and fauna, including a 65-inch monitor displaying scenic views and displays of local flowers and red-crowned crane nests. Take a leisurely stroll along the 2.5km walking trail around the observatory, featuring seven plazas and satellite viewpoints. The facility is fully accessible with amenities like accessible parking, elevators, wheelchair rentals, and accessible restrooms. Open year-round, it's a perfect spot to appreciate the vastness of Kushiro Marsh.
Barrier-free facilities: Accessible parking ○ Barrier-free facilities: Elevator ○ Barrier-free facilities: Wheelchair-accessible elevator ○ Barrier-free facilities: Wheelchair rental ○ Barrier-free facilities: Wheelchair-accessible ramp ○ Barrier-free facilities: Wheelchair-accessible toilet ○ Barrier-free facilities: Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ○ Barrier-free facilities: Guide dog acceptance ○ Barrier-free facilities: Ostomate facilities ○ Barrier-free facilities: Diaper changing station ○ Barrier-free facilities: Discounts ○ [Scale] Number of visitors (annual): Approximately 200,000