Shirakaba Pass Takami Plaza
One of Japan's premier eagle and hawk migration viewing spots
Shirakaba Pass's Taka-mi Plaza is one of Japan's premier spots for observing the migration of eagles and hawks. Located at an elevation of about 1,700 meters, a roughly 20-minute hike up from Shirakaba Pass, it's a place to watch the magnificent migration of eagles and hawks soaring through the autumn sky. Every autumn
, up to 3,000 eagles and hawks pass overhead in a single day.The sight of flocks of various hawk species—such as Japanese Sparrowhawks, Honey Buzzards, and Eurasian Sparrowhawks—migrating one after another is truly breathtaking. Another unique feature of this location is the sight of birdwatchers from all over Japan, equipped with high-powered telescopes and cameras, simultaneously pointing their lenses skyward. Daily fixed-point observations by expert staff also provide detailed information on migration timing and species.
Amidst the autumn breeze, you can experience the grandeur of wildlife while feeling the ever-changing expressions of the sky.
Information
- Address
- Nagawa Matsumoto City
- Contact
- Hometown Nagawa
- Access (Car)
- Approximately 70 minutes from Matsumoto IC
*Note: Business hours and closures are subject to change.
