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Hokuryu Sunflower Village (Hokuryu Town)

When people think of sunflowers in Hokkaido, Hokuryu Town is often the first name that comes to mind. Hokuryu Town's "Himawari no Sato" is one of Japan's largest sunflower fields, with about 2 million sunflowers blooming across a vast area equivalent to about five Tokyo Domes. Each year, over 200,000 tourists flock to this field, which adds brilliant color to the brief northern summer.

The field is packed with attractions, including a massive jumbo sunflower maze with a stamp rally, an observation deck offering a panoramic view of the sunflower field, and a "World Sunflower Corner." To explore the extensive grounds, the "Himawari-go" sightseeing tram or rental bicycles are a great and convenient way to get around at a relaxed pace.

Additionally, a must-try treat at the "Himawari Kanko Center" within the park is the aromatic and nutty "sunflower soft-serve ice cream," perfect for a break.

Sun Pillar Park (Nayoro City)

Nayoro City, with its many scattered sunflower fields, is an area that's gaining attention for sunflower viewing. Among them, "Sunflower Hill" in Sunpillar Park is a popular spot where you can see a panoramic view of the sunflower fields from a small rise. From the hilltop, a spectacular view unfolds, featuring a vast field of blooming sunflowers and the cityscape of Nayoro.

Sunpillar Park is a place the whole family can enjoy, with attractions like an observatory, large outdoor playground for kids, an indoor play area, and a water play zone. In early August, during the peak of the sunflower season, the "Nayoro Sunflower Festival" is held, drawing a large crowd. The park is also famous as a filming location for the movie “Hoshi Mamoru Inu (Star Watching Dog)” and the car used in the film is on display.

Funka Bay Panorama Park (Yakumo Town)

The official flower of Yakumo Town is the sunflower. In the town's Yamakoshi district, countless sunflowers are grown on unused land, and since each field has a different blooming period, you can enjoy the sunflower fields for an extended time.

Nearby, you'll find Funka Bay Panorama Park, which offers a stunning view of Funka Bay from a lush green hilltop. The park's flower beds feature various seasonal blooms, with a spectacular sunflower field appearing in summer. Be sure to visit the park and enjoy its sunflowers along with those in the Yamakoshi district.

3 Sunflower Fields (Ozora Town)

Ozora Town is home to not one, but three distinct sunflower fields: Asahigaoka Park, Tomappu River Park, and the area around Memanbetsu Airport. The field next to Memanbetsu Airport is especially popular, as you can see planes taking off and landing up close. This offers a rare photo opportunity to capture a unique shot of a sunflower field and an airplane together! The blooming seasons for Ozora Town's fields are staggered, so you can enjoy them for a long period, from mid-July to late October. Sunflowers in full bloom under the autumn sky are a beautiful sight.