Kushiro Crane Reserve

The Kushiro Crane Reserve spans across the Kushiro Marshlands, providing a protected environment for red-crowned cranes throughout all seasons of the year.

Founded in 1958, this reserve emerged from conservation efforts after the discovery of only twenty surviving Japanese cranes in the Kushiro region during 1926.

The red-crowned cranes at Kushiro perform intricate pair dances with synchronized movements, representing an essential element of Japanese natural heritage.

Visitors can access the reserve via a 10-minute drive from Kushiro Airport or a 28-minute drive from JR Kushiro Station, with entry fees of 480 yen.

The reserve stands as the first facility worldwide to successfully breed tancho cranes in 1970, contributing to their population growth from 10 pairs to over 1,000 birds.

Location: Kushiro

Inception: 1958

Official opening: August 1958

Website: http://kushiro-park.com/publics/index/72

GPS coordinates: 43.05792,144.19661

Latest update: March 14, 2025 08:48