Ao no Oka
Views of Biei’s Hills from the “Blue Ring”
Ao no Oka is a viewpoint located behind Aizome Yui no Mori, a facility produced by Mizuno Dyeing Works, which was founded in 1907. Visitors can walk up the slope to the hilltop, where an indigo-blue bench named the "Blue Ring," crafted from indigo-dyed timber, is installed.
From the hilltop where the bench is placed, visitors can take in views of Biei's rolling hills and farmland that change with the seasons. On clear days, the distant Tokachi Mountain Range is also visible, allowing visitors to observe seasonal changes in the natural landscape.
The adjoining Aizome Yui no Mori facility features a shop offering hands-on indigo dyeing experiences. By ascending the hill after trying traditional indigo dyeing at the facility, visitors can enjoy combining hands-on craft activity with outdoor landscape viewing.
The location is characterized by its indigo-dyed wooden bench and views overlooking Biei's hills. By combining an indigo dyeing experience with a hill walk, the site introduces both Biei's natural scenery and traditional indigo dyeing culture.
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General Information
- Postal code
- 〒071-0474
- Address
- 北海道上川郡美瑛町字拓進
- Telephone Number
- 0166-74-8855
- Car Park
- 80 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 15 minutes from JR Biei Station
●By car: About 30 minutes from Asahikawa Airport
●By car: About 40 minutes from JR Asahikawa Station - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
