[autumn][ Hokkaido Koshimizu Town]Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden: Autumn alpine plants and autumn leaves
Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden is located in Koshimizu Town, Shari District, Hokkaido, and is a natural flower field that spreads across a unique terrain between the Sea of Okhotsk and Lake Tofutsu. Due to the sand dune environment in this area, plants have taken root and developed a unique ecosystem. It is known for the colorful flowers that bloom from spring to summer, but a visit in the fall also offers a special experience. In the fall, Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden sees the alpine plants turn vibrant red, creating a colorful carpet of color. Especially from September to October, the grass leaves and shrubs turn yellow and red, creating a beautiful contrast with the blue sky and the blue of the Sea of Okhotsk. This view is not to be missed by photography hobbyists and nature-loving travelers. In addition, there are relatively few visitors in the fall, so you can enjoy a leisurely stroll in a quiet and peaceful environment. In addition, the clear autumn air and cool climate have the effect of refreshing the mind and body. Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden is a fascinating spot that shows a different side to every season, but by visiting in autumn you can fully enjoy the profound beauty and tranquility of nature.
What is Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden? Why you should visit in autumn
Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden is located in Koshimizu Town, Shari District, Hokkaido, and is a natural flower field that spreads across a unique terrain between the Sea of Okhotsk and Lake Tofutsu. Due to the sand dune environment in this area, plants have taken root and developed a unique ecosystem. It is known for the colorful flowers that bloom from spring to summer, but a visit in the fall also offers a special experience. In the fall, Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden sees the alpine plants turn vibrant red, creating a colorful carpet of color. Especially from September to October, the grass leaves and shrubs turn yellow and red, creating a beautiful contrast with the blue sky and the blue of the Sea of Okhotsk. This view is not to be missed by photography hobbyists and nature-loving travelers. In addition, there are relatively few visitors in the fall, so you can enjoy a leisurely stroll in a quiet and peaceful environment. In addition, the clear autumn air and cool climate have the effect of refreshing the mind and body. Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden is a fascinating spot that shows a different side to every season, but by visiting in autumn you can fully enjoy the profound beauty and tranquility of nature.
Autumn alpine plants and foliage: the natural beauty of Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden
In autumn, Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden is especially popular for its alpine plants and autumn foliage. Many of the plants that grow in this area are rare alpine plants that have adapted to low temperature environments, and in autumn, they turn red and colorful, creating a vivid landscape. For example, the autumn foliage of the Aleutiana is particularly beautiful, and the sight of its red and orange leaves swaying in the wind is like a work of art woven by nature. In addition, plants such as the Miyama Gindo and Siberian Gindo add an accent to the autumn foliage with their blue and purple flowers. The harmony of colors created by the autumn foliage of this diverse range of plants is a sight that is unique to Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden. In addition, the garden is home to grasslands unique to sand dune areas, and in autumn, the grass turns red and yellow, allowing you to experience a special autumn nature experience that you cannot find anywhere else. During this season, you can also see many wild animals active in the garden. You can also observe birds and small mammals that live on the lake shore. The autumn leaves and alpine plants at Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden offer a special experience that allows you to appreciate the depth of nature and the changing seasons.
Access and sightseeing in the area: How to enjoy Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden
It is convenient to visit Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden by public transportation or rental car. The nearest station is Hamakoshimizu Station on the JR Senmo Main Line, and it is about a 10-minute walk from there. If you rent a car, it is about 30 to 40 minutes by car from Shari Town and Abashiri City, making it easily accessible from tourist spots in the eastern Hokkaido area. When you visit, you can enjoy the natural scenery to the fullest by strolling along the promenade set up in the garden. The promenade is well maintained and you can walk easily even in light clothing, but if you visit in the fall, we recommend that you bring warm clothes to protect yourself from the cold. In addition, there are tourist spots such as Lake Tofutsu and Furetoi Observatory around Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden. At Lake Tofutsu, you can observe migratory birds such as whooper swans and ducks, and many types of birds can be seen when visiting in the fall. From the Furetoi Observatory, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the entire Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden and the Sea of Okhotsk, and it is especially unforgettable at sunset. By visiting a combination of these spots, you will be able to enjoy the natural beauty of Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden and its surroundings to the fullest. By visiting Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden as part of your autumn trip to Hokkaido, you will be able to have a special experience of the nature of the four seasons.
[ Autumn leaf viewing]Other recommended spots
Jozankei Onsen: Spectacular views of the valley and autumn leaves
Hokkaido Sapporo City
It's about an hour by bus from central Sapporo. Buses to the autumn foliage spots also run from the Jozankei Tourist Information Center.
Shiretoko Five Lakes: Autumn Lakes and Fall Foliage
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Take a bus from JR Senmo Main Line "Shiretoko Shari Station" and get off at "Shiretoko Goko Bus Stop"
Cape Erimo: Contrast of the sea and autumn leaves
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Approximately 4 hours by highway bus from Sapporo
Onuma Park: A stroll and enjoy the autumn leaves by the lake
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About 5 minutes walk from JR Onuma Koen Station
Lake Mashu: Contrast of the lake surface and autumn leaves in autumn
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From Kushiro Station, take the JR Senmo Line for about 90 minutes, then get off at Mashu Station and take a bus to Lake Mashu.
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Sounkyo: A dynamic canyon of autumn leaves
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Hakodate Mountain: Autumn leaves and city views
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Mt. Niseko Annupuri: Autumn foliage and hiking
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Take the Niseko Bus "Niseko Line" from JR Hakodate Main Line "Niseko" Station and get off at the "Goshiki Onsenkyo" bus stop.