Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train
Views of Iwapokinosui Gate and the meandering Kushiro River, primeval scenery from the train window
The sightseeing train "Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko," which runs leisurely through Kushiro Marsh, operates a route crossing the marsh from Kushiro Station to Toro Station in about 40-50 minutes.
When you open the window, the distinctive grassy scent of the marsh and cold wind flow into the car. From the train window, you can see the green expanse of Japan's largest wetland and the blue flow of the S-shaped meandering Kushiro River. While the train stops at Kushiro Shitsugen Station and Hosooka Station, searching for wildlife such as Ezo deer and red-crowned cranes is one of the pleasures. As the train approaches Iwapokinosui Gate, it slows down, and you can hear the sound of water flowing through the marsh. The onboard announcements provide detailed explanations of the marsh's formation and highlights, allowing you to learn about Kushiro Marsh's nature and history while traveling.
If you sit in the observation car seats, you can enjoy the magnificent marsh scenery with 360-degree panoramic views. The gentle swaying of the slowly moving train and the sound of the rails, the vast green world visible from the window—luxurious time passes where you forget time and surrender yourself to nature.
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- Category
- With friends
- Sightseeing trains, pleasure boats, cruise ships
- Couple
- Family
- Travel style
- Mountain, ridge, plateau, marshland, canyon
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Experiences, tours
- Travel Inspiration
- Enjoy spectacular views
- Have fun with the kids
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒085-0015
- Address
- 北海道釧路市北大通14-1
- Telephone Number
- 011-222-7111（JR Hokkaido Telephone Information Center）
- Open
- Operation days and hours are subject to change (please check JR Hokkaido's official website and timetables).
- Prices
- Adult One-Way Fare / Example
Kushiro to Toro: ¥640
Kushiro to Kushiro Shitsugen: ¥440
Kushiro to Kawayu Onsen: ¥2,100 (only on June 7 and 28, 2025)
Children pay half price (fractions less than ¥10 are rounded down)
An additional ¥840 is required for reserved seats (all seats in the observation car are reserved) - Car Park
- None
- Directions
- From/to JR Kushiro Station
- Website
- Remarks
- The "Yokubari Norokko-go" train, which stops for about an hour at Kushiro Shitsugen Station, operates only from August 13 to 16!
During these four special days, you can visit the Hosooka Observatory and the Visitors Lounge. The stop occurs during the downward journey towards Kushiro Station.
Tickets for the Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko-go train and reserved seat tickets can be purchased at major JR stations nationwide (Midori no Madoguchi) or reserved through "Ekinet." On Ekinet, you can also reserve "ticketless reserved seat tickets" (a separate paper ticket is required).
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
