Kirigamine Highlands

Kirigamine Highlands
The highlands area near Mount Kurumayama and Mount Washigamine is a short trip from Suwa and contains spacious land with incredible mountain views of both Fuji and the Japan Alps. Starting at visit with the Kirigamine Nature Conservation Center will provide information on walking trails and the local plants and wildlife. Marshland hiking paths around the national treasure spots Yashimagahara Marsh and Ikenokurumi Odoriba Marsh are a great chance to get outdoors and get active. The large open areas are a natural area for man-made glider planes which can often be viewed in flight. To learn more about the wind-propelled planes check out the Glider Fureai Center. Spring and summer are the best times for flower viewing. Wintertime provides plenty of fun at the Kirigamine Family Ski Resort. These gentle slopes are perfect for the family, and the nearby cross-country courses are often used by Olympians as the high elevation provides excellent training grounds.