See, Learn, and Observe Japan's Largest Wetland, the Kushiro Wetland!

Let's start Day 2 by observing the mystical nature of the Kushiro Wetland, a Ramsar Convention registered site that spans Tsurui Village, Shibecha Town, Kushiro City, and Kushiro Town!
First, we head to the Onnenai Visitor Center. This is an information station where you can learn about the wetland as it changes with the seasons, so let's gather information about plants and animals that catch your interest.

Onnenai Visitor Center

After gathering information and stepping out of the building, you'll immediately find a wooden boardwalk!
There are well-maintained walking paths for enjoying the Kushiro Wetland, including a barrier-free course of about 2 km and a course of about 3.1 km, both starting from the visitor center. You can choose a route that suits your physical condition and mood.

This time, we chose the barrier-free boardwalk course. There are signs here and there that tell you about the depth of the wetland and describe the seasonal plants, allowing you to learn about the wetland while you enjoy it.

It might also be fun to install a plant identification app on your smartphone or tablet and look up plants as you walk.

'Tsurubo-no-ie,' a Shop with Tsurui Village's Unique Souvenirs and Local Gourmet

If you're looking for souvenirs unique to Tsurui Village, start at 'Tsurubo-no-ie.' They offer a selection of Tsurui Village's specialty products like cheese, yogurt, and sausages, as well as original goods you can only buy here.

Tsurubo-no-ie

You can also taste local gourmet treats like the "Tancho Soft Serve Ice Cream" made in Tsurui Village and the "Gyucchi" cheese-filled minced meat cutlet!
The Niioka family decided to try the "Gyucchi" cheese-filled minced meat cutlet here.

Eating the "Gyucchi" cheese-filled minced meat cutlet at an outdoor table

This cheese-filled minced meat cutlet is made with cheese from delicious Tsurui Village milk and "Hoshizora no Kuroushi" brand beef from Shibecha Town. The meat is juicy, and the cheese inside is gooey and delicious!
The shop has a wide variety of items, from food to crafts, so take your time and have a good look around.

Enjoy a Stroll While Admiring the Scenery of Tsurui Village!

The village has several footpaths and promenades where you can take a leisurely stroll, breathe in the clean air, and gaze at the magnificent scenery. Why not forget about time and spend some quality family time in the warm sunshine?

Each path offers different scenery and a different atmosphere, so you can choose one according to your mood.

On Day 3, we will participate in a dairy farming experience tour, so for our Day 2 accommodation, we will stay at the guesthouse 'Auberge on the Hill Heart'n Tree,' which hosts the tour.
This accommodation has a restaurant that uses plenty of local ingredients, and every dish is exquisite!

It's also a wonderful place to stay where you can interact with goats, an experience you don't often get. Highly recommended.