Kurozo Marshland, Sanuki Travel Guide

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Discover Kurozo Marshland: A serene mountain retreat in Tokushima, offering boardwalks, rare plants, and tranquil scenery.

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Kurozo Marshland, nestled in the mountains of Miyoshi, Tokushima, is a serene escape boasting rare aquatic plants and tranquil boardwalks. Known as 'Shikoku no Oze' (Oze in Shikoku), this 26.7-hectare marsh offers a peaceful retreat into nature.

A brief summary to Kurozo Marshland

Kurozo Ikedacho Shitsukawa, Miyoshi, Kurozo Ikedacho Shitsukawa, Tokushima, JP
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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Kurozo Marshland.

Visit during Golden Week for cooler weather and fewer insects.
Consider an alternative route through Ikeda for easier road access.
Bring snacks or plan a lunch stop, as food options in the immediate area are limited.
Allow 30 minutes to an hour to explore the different routes across the marshland.

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Getting There

Car

From Awa-Ikeda Interchange (Ikawa-Ikeda IC), take National Route 32 towards Kochi. Then, take Prefectural Road 5 and the Woodland Path Ikeda-Shitsukawa to Kurozo Marshland. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes, covering 18km. Parking is free.
Public Transport

From Awa-Ikeda Bus Terminal, take the Miyoshi Municipal Bus bound for Shitsukawa Hachiman Jinja-mae. Get off at the Shitsukawa Hachiman Jinja-mae Bus Stop, from where it is a 60-minute walk to Kurozo Marshland. Bus fare is approximately ¥500.

Discover more about Kurozo Marshland

Kurozo Marshland, often called 'Shikoku no Oze,' is a captivating natural treasure located in the mountains of Miyoshi, Tokushima Prefecture. Designated as a prefectural natural monument, the marshland spans 26.7 hectares and sits at an elevation of 550 meters, nestled between the Yoshino and Iya rivers.The marsh is home to a diverse array of rare aquatic plants, including ohmizugoke moss, fringed orchids, pogonia orchids, water lilies, sundews (carnivorous plants), and Cirsium sieboldii thistles. In spring, white water lilies bloom, creating a picturesque scene. Visitors can explore the marsh via well-maintained wooden boardwalks that wind through the soft, flooded landscape. An observation tower offers panoramic views of the marsh and surrounding mountains.Beyond the boardwalks, paths lead to Tabinoshiri Waterfall, wooded trails, and a bird-watching building. A hike down from the marsh will lead you to Matsuogawa Onsen, a bathhouse with hot spring waters. The area is rich in wildlife, with birdsong filling the air. The marsh provides a tranquil environment, ideal for escaping the crowds and enjoying nature.