📖 Kushiro Wetland Slow Train

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📝 Introduction

On the gently swaying train, fully enjoy the rich natural scenery of Hokkaido!

📖 Details

Taking the sightseeing train "Kushiro Wetland Slow Train," which travels through the internationally significant wetland listed under the Ramsar Convention, allows for a more direct experience of Hokkaido's rich natural scenery. The journey from Kushiro Station to "Tōro" Station takes about 45 minutes. From the train window, you can gaze at the wetland that resembles a green carpet, the meandering Kushiro River, and if you're lucky, you might spot wildlife such as the Red-crowned Crane, Ezo Deer, White-tailed Eagle, and Hokkaido Red Fox. The train slows down when passing through key areas, and there are guided announcements on board, allowing you to fully enjoy the train journey. Onboard, you can purchase delicacies crafted by a local French restaurant, including milk pudding, the locally brewed beer "Wheat Skin Girl's Temptation," "Kushiro Mist Soda" made with Hokkaido beetroot, and "Shishamo Pie" shaped like the shishamo fish, along with various souvenirs from the train's surroundings. Each item is a unique creative product, adding wonderful memories to your train journey. As the train gently sways, you can leisurely experience the bountiful natural scenery of Hokkaido.

⭐ Highlights

The sightseeing train running through the Kushiro Wetlands. It travels from Kushiro Station to Toro Station, with a one-way journey of about 45 minutes. The train operates only from late April to early October, and the schedule may vary on certain dates, so please pay attention. Regular passenger cars have non-reserved seats, while the scenic train has reserved seats. In late September, on certain dates, there is also the "Sunset Slow Train" that operates during the evening at sunset.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you provide foreign language manuals? (If so, please let me know which languages are available.)

A: Sorry, no. *The official website is marked in English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Korean.

Q: Do I need to make a reservation in advance when purchasing tickets?

A: The observation car is a reserved seat. Reservations can be made starting from 10 AM, one month before the travel date, through eki-net, the Green Window, and other channels. The non-reserved seats do not require a reservation, but since there is only one car, it may be crowded, so it is recommended to take a reserved seat.

Q: Are there coin-operated lockers?

A: Kushiro Station has coin-operated lockers.

Q: Do I need to present my passport or other identification when purchasing tickets?

A: No need.

Q: On which side of the train can the wetlands be seen more clearly?

A: Trains heading towards Tang Road and Kawayu Onsen are on the left side, while those heading towards Kushiro are on the right side.

Q: What is the seating arrangement for the observation cars (cars 2 to 4)?

A: Seats A to C are box seats, with odd and even rows facing each other in 6-person seating. Seat E is a 2-person long bench seat, with a movable backrest that can change direction.