Kurozo Marshland

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Kurozo Marshland

A rich, natural habitat, home to a variety of beautiful wetland plants such as ohmizugoke moss, Fringed orchids, Pogonia orchids, Waterlily, Sundrews (carivorous plants) and Cirsium sieboldii (thistles).

In the spring, the wetlands come alive with white waterlilies, and visitors can stroll over the marsh via wooden bridges. There are a few viewpoints, and also waterfalls in the area.

The marshlands are designated as a prefectural natural monument and have an area of 26.7 hectares. The marsh is nestled in the mountains at 600 meters (east, west and north sides). The south side slopes down towards the Matsuo River, at 550 meters above sea level.

Basic information

Address: 徳島県三好市池田町漆川黒沢

Holiday: N/A (Open daily all year round)

Admission fee: Admission free

Parking lot: 50 spots

Access: By car - Get off at Ikawa-Ikeda IC→Take the National route 32 bound for Kochi→Take the Prefectural road ５→Take the Woodland path Ikeda-Shitsukawa →Kurozou Marshland（Journey time is approx. 45 minutes by car for total of 18km.）
By bus - From Awa-Ikeda Bus Terminal to take Miyoshi Municipal Bus bound for Shitsukawa Hachiman Jinja-mae→Get off at Shitsukawa Hachiman Jinja-mae Bus Stop → 60 minutes walk to Kurozo Marshland

Tourist attractions in the "North" area

North
Tourism History and culture
Hashikura Temple
Address：徳島県三好市池田町州津蔵谷1006
Phone：0883-72-0812
This mountain temple was built by Kobo Daishi in the 5th year of Tencho Era (828), and it is of the “Shingon-Shu” denomination of Buddhism. It is believed that Kobo Daishi received a revelation from Konpira Daigongen while training at this site, and then built the seven halls of the temple compound. Hashikura Temple has over a thousand years of history, and can be reached by boarding a ropeway at the bottom of the mountain.This site is popular for the beautiful maple fall colours in autumn and the cherry blossom trees in spring.
North
Tourism Nature spot Experience
Ikawa Ski Ground – Kainayama
Address：徳島県三好市井川町井内西平山
Phone：0883-78-3003
First opened in 1927, this ski ground is one of the oldest in Shikoku. It was restored and reopened in 1997, and includes 5 downhill courses and a three-person chairlift. Even if the winter warms, the snow can be restored with a snow-making machine, so the hill is always in the perfect state for skiing. The grounds include play areas for children and night skiing is also possible.
North
Tourism History and culture
Unpenji Temple
Address：徳島県三好市池田町白地ノロウチ763
Phone：0883-74-0066
Unpenji is the 66th temple of the Shikoku 88 temple pilgrimage, believed to be founded by Kobo Daishi. In 8th year of the Enreki Era (789) when he was 16 years old, he climbed up this mountain and built the hall. Later, by the order of Emperor Saga, another Zen priest stayed here and carved the statue Kannon-Bosatsu (one who achieved enlightenment) with a thousand hands. It was then enshrined at this temple.There are about 500 Arhat statues here (statues of Buddha’s disciples), and there’s a tale that everyone can find a look-alike statue. This area is also popular for its fall colours in autumn. This mountain lies between Tokushima, Kagawa and Ehime prefectures and is the highest of the 88 temples, at 1,000 meters above sea level.
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Tourism History and culture
A row of houses along Udatsu street and An Awa-Ikeda Udatsu House – Awa-Ikeda Tobacco Museum
Address：徳島県三好市池田町マチ2465-1
Phone：0883-72-3450
Ikeda town, geographically being located at the middle of Shikoku, has always been important crossroad for any transportation to North, South, West and East. The Awa-Ikeda tobacco production industry flourished in the mid-to-late 19th century. The town prospered as the collection point for various goods like tobacco due to its central position. The row of old houses still remained along this old street, giving somehow deserted and solitary feel about them. It is a atmospheric old town, in which you may want to be lost in thoughts. The old residence of tobacco manufacturer who prospered from the end of Edo period to Meiji is now converted into tobacco museum and even after over 100 years passed, it still reminds us of its prosperity of the past. In the courtyard, you will enjoy beautiful flowers of each four seasons.

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Gourmet Food in the "North" area

North
Gourmet Food Souvenirs
Souvenirs & Cafe Kukuru
Address：徳島県三好市池田町サラダ１６１２−２９
Phone：0883-72-0571
Right next to the Awa Ikeda Bus Terminal! The name “Souvenirs & Cafe Kukuru” was derived from the word “kukuru” in the Awa dialect, which means “to tie” or “to connect” between visitors and locals.The store offers a wide variety of local specialties and products, including the famed Iya soba noodles, tea grown using Nishi-Awa’s unique steep slope agricultural systems at certified World Agricultural Heritage sites, sweets made from grains that have been cultivated in Iya for centuries, and cakes from popular local confectionery stores.The café also offers lunch, light meals, and beverages made with local ingredients. Please feel free to stop by!
North
Gourmet Food
ikecocco (Awa Odori Rotisserie Chicken & Spiced Curry)
Address：徳島県三好市池田町イタノ 3307-1
Phone：0883-70-0130
Enjoy local rotisserie chicken and curry in this quaint log house by the emerald Ikeda Lake!The rotisserie chicken is grilled slowly at a low temperature using a state-of-the-art rotisserie chicken grill, and the only one of its kind in Shikoku. This method of grilling removes excess fat, resulting in chicken that is crispy on the outside and moist, juicy, and delicious on the inside. Other dishes include spiced curry and drinks made with local yuzu citrus, tea, and coffee. Enjoy a meal and the pleasant scenery surrounding you.
North
Experience Gourmet Food
MINDE KITCHEN
Address：徳島県三好市池田町マチ2226-3-1
Phone：090-7629-3000
North
Tourism Gourmet Food Souvenirs
Rest Area Mino
Address：徳島県三好市三野町太刀野1909-1
Phone：0883-76-2050
Rest Area Mino is situated by the prefectural road, Naruto-Ikeda line and this is the only spot on the north of river where you can stop and enjoy a fine scenery of Yoshino river. The view of the sun setting beyond the mountain and its reflection onto the river surface is particularly beautiful and is something not to be missed. The scene of people enjoying fishing Ayu (Sweetfish) in Yoshino river are seen here and there in summer, which is the thing of season. There also is the small shipyard of Kandori-Bune (Small fishing boat for Ayu fishing) nearby. Local farm products are sold directly to people and farmers are particular about their agricultural produce.