Introduces Furano's lavender by region!
Surrounded by the Tokachi-dake mountain range and full of nature, the Furano area is one of Hokkaido's most popular spots for lavender fields that spread like a purple carpet from June to August. Here we introduce highlights of each area in Furano. In addition to viewing the lavender, you can take a ride on a trolley train, enjoy a hot spring bath, and some of the fields are even lit up with lights. We hope you will find a lavender field of your choice!
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Nakafurano Town
Nakafurano Town is located almost in the center of Hokkaido. The town features a wide variety of lavenders, from early to late bloomers, on its vast grounds, including the famous Farm Tomita, which can be enjoyed for a long period of time.
- Farm Tomita
- Farm Tomita" boasts many kinds of flower gardens in the spacious park. Visitors can spend luxurious time amidst lavender and other beautiful flowers. There are also various kinds of stores selling lavender goods and several cafes. Please take your time and enjoy the spacious park.
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- Hokuseiyama Lavender Fields
- Hokuseiyama Lavender Fields, where you can view lavenders while enjoying beautiful scenery on a sightseeing lift. The Tokachi-dake mountain range and countryside scenery spreads out before your eyes, making for a truly spectacular view. You can also enjoy other flower fields besides lavenders. Visitors can fully enjoy the scenery typical of Nakafurano.
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Kamifurano Town
Kamifurano was the first place in the Furano area to start lavender cultivation. Kamifurano is the birthplace of lavender in Japan. Kamifurano has many beautiful and fragrant lavender fields.
- Flower Land Kamifurano
- Flower Land Kamifurano is one of Furano's largest sightseeing farms. Within its 150,000 square meters of land, visitors can enjoy many kinds of flower gardens, including lavender. A class where visitors can make their own lavender goods by hand is also very popular. You can take them home as souvenirs. Please join the class as a memorable part of your trip.
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- Hinode Lavender Garden
- Hinode Lavender Garden overlooks the Tokachi-dake mountain range and lavender fields. In early summer, the 4.2 hectare hillside is brightly colored with lavenders. There is an observatory at the top of the park, where you can see the Tokachi-dake mountain range up close and enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view!
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- Miyama Pass
- One of the most scenic spots in Kamifurano is the "Miyama Pass". From the observatory at the pass, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Tokachi-dake mountain range, lavender fields, and the surrounding hills. The nearby Miyama Pass Art Park is also recommended. Visitors can have fun on a Ferris wheel 50 meters above the ground and at the Trick Art Museum.
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- Kanno Farm
- For those who want to taste the delicious flavors of Hokkaido, Kanno Farm is also recommended. Visitors can enjoy the lavender fields, soft-serve ice cream directly from the farm, white corn, and other delicacies that can only be found here.
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Minami Furano Town
Minamifurano Town is home to Kanayama Lake, which is rich in natural beauty. In addition to lavender fields, there are many other fun activities. We encourage you to experience them.
- Kanayama Lake
- Located on the shores of Kanayama Lake, the Lavender Garden is a spot where visitors can enjoy both the lake and the lavender! The spectacular view of the lake and the surrounding mountains reflected over the beautiful lavender fields is spectacular. A wide variety of activities can be enjoyed at Kanayama Lake, including rafting and cycling.
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- Roadside Station Minami-Furano
- This roadside station has a beautiful lavender field attached to it. A huge aquarium with fish from Kanayama Lake, a cafeteria, a take-out store, and a souvenir corner make it a perfect place to take a relaxing break.
- Minamifurano Town Promotion Corporation (Japanese site)
Convenient for sightseeing in Furano! Excursion bus
Furano Bus Lavender-Bus is convenient for sightseeing in Furano. This bus connects Asahikawa area such as Asahikawa Airport with Furano area. A nice feature of this bus is that it passes through sightseeing spots! You can get on and off at sightseeing spots such as Nakafurano, Kamifurano, Miyama Pass, and Biei.
The bus also passes through Furano area hotels, so it is convenient to board the bus in front of the hotel. The bus is also ideal for family trips with small children.
The bus provides a great way to travel around Hokkaido while enjoying the magnificent and beautiful scenery of the island from the bus window. Reservations are not required, so please feel free to use the bus when sightseeing in Furano!
Furano City
Furano City, which boasts rich nature, has many sightseeing spots where you can enjoy colorful lavenders. Here are some of our recommendations.
- Rokugou Viewing Platform
- Rokugou Viewing Platform is an observatory located in Furano Jam Garden. From the observatory, visitors can enjoy the scenery of beautifully blooming lavender, poppies, sunflowers, and various other flower fields along with the magnificent nature that surrounds them. In addition, most of the products available at this jam garden are made from Hokkaido ingredients. The carefully crafted Furano jams make great souvenirs.
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- Highland Furano
- The accommodation facility "Highland Furano" is one of the largest lavender spots in Furano City, and the best time to view the lavenders is from early to late July, when lavender fields spread out all around in front of the inn. Lavenders can also be seen from the open-air bath, so you can enjoy a luxurious bathing experience.
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- Furano Wine Factory
- Furano Wine Factory stands on a small hill with a beautiful view. Along with the vineyard, there is a lavender garden adjacent to the vineyard. Early-blooming lavenders are at their best from mid-June to mid-July. Please enjoy them with delicious Furano wine.
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Enjoy the magnificent scenery! Limited-time-only trolley train
The Furano-Biei Norokko Train is a sightseeing train that runs for a limited time only. It can be enjoyed from April to September every year. The train has large windows that can be opened freely. The beautiful scenery of Furano and Biei can be seen clearly. There are box seats and bench seats, so please choose your favorite seat. While the train is running, you will be happy to know that the train will drive slowly at the points of interest. You can enjoy a slow train ride.
Lavender Field Station
Lavender Field Station" is a temporary station on the JR Furano Line for a limited time only. It is usually built between Nakafurano Station and Kamifurano Station from June to October. Only the Furano-Biei Norokko-go trains stop at this station. This is the nearest station to "Farm Tomita" and can be reached in about 7 minutes on foot from the station. It is very convenient for those who enjoy traveling by public transportation.
Romantic! Beautiful lavender at night
Every July, the Hinode Lavender Garden holds the "Lavender Festa Kamifurano". During the festival, the lavender fields in full bloom in the park are lit up at night, creating a very magical atmosphere! The atmosphere is different from that of the lavenders seen during the daytime, making it a special time to enjoy the lavenders.
On event days, there are also stage events, a gourmet corner, a beer garden, and a festival for children, so the whole family can enjoy the festival. Visitors can enjoy gourmet menus featuring Kamifurano's specialties, fresh meat, vegetables, sweets, and more.
Hot springs in the area
There are many hot spring facilities in the Furano area where you can enjoy the high quality of the springs and magnificent scenery. After enjoying the beautiful lavender fields, be sure to enjoy the hot springs as well.
- Highland Furano
- This accommodation allows guests to enjoy a hot spring bath while overlooking the natural beauty of Furano and its lavender fields. There are also walking paths in the lavender fields spreading out before your eyes and in the adjacent forest. You can also enjoy a day trip to the baths.
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- Fukiage Roten-no-yu
- Fukiage Hot Spring is located halfway up Mount Tokachi. Fukiage is a mixed bathing open-air bath that is also popular as a hidden hot spring in Hokkaido. It has also become famous for appearing as a location for a popular TV drama. It is a wild hot spring surrounded by the great nature of Mount Tokachi. The fact that it is free of charge is also a plus.
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- Shisai no Yu in Shin Furano Prince Hotel
- This hot spring is equipped with an open-air bath with magnificent views of Furano, an open-air indoor bath, and a Finnish sauna. The source of the hot spring is a hot water vein 1,010 meters underground, and visitors can enjoy bathing in smooth, pleasantly water.
- Shin Furano Prince Hotel
- Furano Laterre
- Natural hot spring located at the "Furano Laterre" Spa & Hotel Resort. It is the only hot spring facility in Nakafurano Town. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of unique bathtubs, including an open-air bath with a view of the Tokachi-dake mountain range, a cypress bath, and a cave bath.
- Spa & Hotel Resort Furano Laterre
- Bell Hills
- Natural hot spring located in Hotel Bell Hills. The soft feeling of the hot spring water will leave your skin smooth and refreshed. Soak in the hot water and relax while enjoying the view of the lavender fields in front of the hotel.
- Hotel Bell Hills (Japanese site)
- Tokachidake Onsen RYOUNKAKU
- This is the highest hot spring resort in Hokkaido. With open-air and indoor baths where you can enjoy the magnificent view of the Tokachi-dake mountain range, you can relax and enjoy the natural hot spring water from the source. It is also available for one-day bathing.
- Tokachidake Onsen RYOUNKAKU
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