Senjogahara marshland in Nikko takes about 2-3 hours to hike. (Photo: Victoria Vlisides)

Senjogahara Marsh In Nikko

Fall colors highlight hike through marshland

Victoria Vlisides   - 1 min read

After a 45-minute bus ride from Nikko Station, it was time to ascend the path through Senjogahara marsh. Compared to the mountains I usually hike, it was much more laid back.

Simply follow the wooden path along the Yu River (Yugawa in Japanese), marshes and forrest areas. It takes about 2-3 hours to hike the whole thing. If you're in Nikko, take a chance to hike this tranquil marsh surrounded by picturesque mountains.

Victoria Vlisides

Victoria Vlisides @victoria.vlisides

Trained journalist who's not yet jaded. Can't get enough of meeting new people, the view, cheap travel, cherry-blossom-flavored food, dinner&drinks. Painfully addicted to Japan's gochya-gochya machines. If you're the type of person to try something new vs. something you know you like, we'll get a...