Tranquil Boardwalk Hiking at Tashirodaira Marshland, Hakkoda
After checking out of Sukayu Onsen, I took a little detour to explore the peaceful Hakkoda region.
I ended up at Tashirodaira Marshland, located in the northeastern foothills of Mt. Hakkoda in Aomori.
The area features three well-maintained wooden boardwalk trails and a small rest area.
It takes about an hour to walk the entire loop at a leisurely pace.
Even in casual clothes, you can enjoy the beauty of a mountain hike here.
I don’t know much about marsh plants, but the wide-open scenery and fresh air were so liberating—it felt like my mind had been cleared.
There were tons of dragonflies flying around, which made it feel like autumn even though it was only early summer.
It was noticeably cooler than the city below, and the mood was somewhere between seasons—strangely refreshing!
Tashirodaira Marshland
Tashirodaira Marshland is a highland wetland located at an altitude of about 1,000 meters in the northeastern area of Mt. Hakkoda, Aomori Prefecture.
Its well-maintained wooden paths allow visitors to enjoy seasonal marsh plants such as skunk cabbage, cotton grass, and goldenroot.
In spring and summer, alpine plants bloom and dragonflies dance through the air. In autumn, colorful leaves cover the area, while winter brings a quiet snowy landscape.
It’s a perfect spot for beginner hikers looking to experience the majestic beauty of the Hakkoda Mountains.
Access: Approx. 40 minutes by car from central Aomori City
Parking: Free lot (about 10 spaces)
Admission: Free
*Please wear proper walking shoes—the boardwalk can be slippery in places.