When I go hiking it usually means climbing a mountain to be able to take in the beautiful scenery from a bird`s eye view. The trail through Nikko`s marshlands, however, is almost flat; nonetheless, it is definitely one of my favorite hikes in the area. It is an easy and relaxing walk; it takes only 2.5 to 3 hours to complete. You will be surprised how quickly and how often the landscape changes—simply amazing!
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Senjogahara Hiking Trail, Nikko
Impressions of the protected marshland in early spring
By Nicole Bauer
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Justin Velgus
9 years ago
Looks like an enjoyable walk! I must check it out my next time to Nikko!
FebiNU
9 years ago
hi nichole! i always adore your photos >,
Thanks Febi. I am glad to hear that!
Victoria Vlisides
9 years ago
Beautiful photos. I went here when it was cloudy, so it is nice to see it in the sunshine!
Hi Steph. I'm happy to see that you got inspired by this :-)
Yes, the starting points for the marshland hike can all be reached by bus: Take the Tobu Bus that leaves from Tobu Nikko Station towards Yumoto Onsen in upper Nikko. The following link is quite helpful I think: http://www.tobu.co.jp/foreign/sight/nikko_contents.html
We started in Yumoto Onsen and ended our walk at the Ryuzu Falls, but there are some shorter options too. I recommend to get a map with all the details and a bus schedule (both available in English) at the tourist information in Nikko. Enjoy!
Yes, the starting points for the marshland hike can all be reached by bus: Take the Tobu Bus that leaves from Tobu Nikko Station towards Yumoto Onsen in upper Nikko. The following link is quite helpful I think: http://www.tobu.co.jp/foreign/sight/nikko_contents.html
We started in Yumoto Onsen and ended our walk at the Ryuzu Falls, but there are some shorter options too. I recommend to get a map with all the details and a bus schedule (both available in English) at the tourist information in Nikko. Enjoy!
Stephanie Marley
11 years ago
Lovely! It's easy to forget about the other worthwhile places around Nikko when her town's temples are so shiny; having been there before, I relish the idea of something new to see. Thank you very much. Could you tell me whether it's possible to reach the marshlands without a car?
Thanks!
Steph
Thanks!
Steph
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Yes, the starting points for the marshland hike can all be reached by bus: Take the Tobu Bus that leaves from Tobu Nikko Station towards Yumoto Onsen in upper Nikko. The following link is quite helpful I think: http://www.tobu.co.jp/foreign/sight/nikko_contents.html
We started in Yumoto Onsen and ended our walk at the Ryuzu Falls, but there are some shorter options too. I recommend to get a map with all the details and a bus schedule (both available in English) at the tourist information in Nikko. Enjoy!
Thanks!
Steph