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Himebotaru habitat at Mt. Orizume

Ninohe City

Northern Iwate

Nature / Scenery

    The area near the summit of Mt. Oritsume has abundant spring water and a Quercus forest, making it one of the largest habitats for fireflies in Japan. In 2018, it was designated as a natural monument by Iwate Prefecture as the "Mt. Orizume firefly habitat."

    Location
    Mt. Oritsume
    Inquiries
    Mt. Orizume Promotion Council
    Website
    https://oritsumedake.com/Open in new tab
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    *Since 2021, traffic restrictions have been implemented for certain periods during the firefly peak season to protect Himefireflies. (About a week from early July) If you wish to view during the traffic restriction period, you will need to make a reservation in advance from the Mt. Orizume Promotion Council website .

    *For inquiries, please contact the Mt. Orizume Promotion Council website.
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    Ninohe City

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