Things to do in Nakafurano

2026 Global 50 - Spring Outings

Farm Tomita

Farm Tomita is an iconic landmark for lavender sightseeing in Furano, featuring several themed flower fields. The most recognizable is the Irodori Field, where seven colors of flowers—including purple lavender, white baby's breath, red poppies, and pink and orange California poppies—are planted along a gentle slope, creating a rainbow-like, layered band of color that serves as the farm's signature view. The Traditional Lavender Field is one of the oldest lavender fields in Japan. From the top of the field, you can look out over the pastoral scenery of the Furano Basin and the Tokachi Mountain Range through the swaying lavender. The farm also features areas such as the Hanabito Field, the Spring Field, and the Fall Field, where different flowers are planted in rotation from spring to fall, ensuring that flowers can be enjoyed for most of the year.

2026 Asia 50 - Ski Resorts

Furano ski resort

Furano Ski ResortJust a 60-minute drive from Asahikawa Airport. With its diverse ski slopes and Hokkaido's signature powder snow, the area frequently hosts ski events.Furano Ski ResortAt an elevation of approximately 1,074 meters with a vertical drop of 839 meters and a maximum slope of 34 degrees, the ski area spans about 194 hectares. With multiple ski runs catering to all skill levels from beginners to advanced skiers, the 4,000-meter-long slope offers panoramic views of the Furano Basin and the rolling peaks of the Daisetsuzan Mountain Range. It's the perfect destination for families to enjoy skiing together.

No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Furano

Ningle Terrace

The Dwarf Chalet is situated near the New Furano Prince Hotel in Nakagoryo, Furano. The wooden cabins are constructed in the forest and linked by the wooden corridor bridge. There is also a connection of small lights that decorate the cabins. There are a diversity of small crafts in the cabins, which are very delicate. Don't be too explicit when you look inside. Try to see through the corner of your eyes. That big stump is the spot where the legendary second generation of dwarfs lived in. There are passages and wooden bridges of the dwarfs build next to it, and coats of dwarfs were basked, which was very cute.

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Panoramic Flower Gardens Shikisai-no-oka

Panoramic Flower Gardens Shikisai-no-oka is a panoramic flower garden located in theBiei hills of Hokkaido, covering an area of approx. 15 hectares. The rolling slopes are planted in rotation with approx. 30 types of flowers and plants, including lavender, lupines, sunflowers, and cosmos, which bloom continuously from late spring to late fall: in summer, lavender spreads out in purple ribbons, followed by sunflowers lifting their heads, and in the fall, they are replaced by pink and white cosmos. Rows of flower ribbons spread out along the curves of the hills, looking like an open palette from a distance, and on clear days, you can even see the distant Tokachi mountain range. Giant scarecrows stand in the flower fields, and the park also keeps a herd of alpacas that you can view up close. If you get tired of walking, you can take a tractor-pulled tour vehicle to ride around the flower fields, or try an ice cream made with fresh Biei milk. In winter, the snow-covered hills transform into a snow park, where you can also experience snow activities like snowmobiling.

No. 9 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Hokkaido

Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike)

Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) is an artificial pond created after the eruption of Mount Tokachi, when a dam was built on the Biei River to prevent volcanic mudflow disasters, resulting in the accidental accumulation of water. The trunks of larch and birch trees, which died from long-term submersion, stand in the pond, and the blue-green water reflects the dead trees and the forest. The blue color here is not artificial. After the aluminum-rich spring water from the upstream Shirogane Onsen flows into the Biei River, it mixes with the river water to form invisible colloidal particles. These particles strongly scatter the blue light from the sun, while the white volcanic soil at the bottom of the pond makes the blue appear even more vivid. The blueness of the pond water changes with the weather, time of day, and season. You can take photos from different angles while walking along the trail by the pond. This pond is also widely known for a photograph: a work by photographer Kent Shiraishi featuring the first snow here won an award in the National Geographic Photo Contest and was subsequently selected by Apple as one of the built-in wallpapers for its computer operating system. Every winter, the pond surface freezes and is covered in snow. After nightfall, lights illuminate the dead trees and the ice, presenting a tranquil scene that is completely different from the daytime.

No. 13 of Hot Springs Attractions in Japan

Shirogane Onsen

Shirogane Onsen is a hot spring town located at the southern foot of the Tokachi mountain range in Biei, Hokkaido. The spring water here is colorless and transparent, and the water quality is a sodium, magnesium, and calcium sulfate spring, named for its reputation as "platinum gushing from the ground." The town is compact, and hotels and public bathhouses offer day-trip bathing, allowing you to enjoy a good soak even without an overnight stay. On the way to the hot spring town, you will pass through the "White Birch Road" that stretches for several kilometers. At the end of the tree-lined road, you will see rising steam. The town also features small parks converted from erosion control projects, making it very convenient for walking and relaxing. This hot spring town is also an important base for climbing the nearby mountains. It is adjacent to the turquoise Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) and Shirahige Waterfall. You can enjoy autumn foliage in the fall and snowy forests in the winter. Whether you are a hiker or a traveler looking to relax, you can experience the unique charm of combining hot spring bathing with natural scenery here.

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Shirahige Waterfall

Shirahige Waterfall is a groundwater-fed waterfall on the upper reaches of the Biei River. Groundwater from theMount Tokachimountain range seeps into the ground and emerges from rock crevices halfway up the canyon cliff, cascading down the cliff face in dozens of thin streams. From a distance, it resembles a hanging white beard, which is how it got its name. The ideal viewing spot is the observation deck on the bridge spanning the Biei River. Looking over the railing, the white streams and the blue-green river below are captured in the same frame, creating an iconic composition for this view. Rich in minerals, this section of the river scatters sunlight to create a translucent blue color as it flows toward the hot spring area downstream. The waterfall has different highlights throughout the four seasons: in summer, the mountains are lush and green, making the blue-green river stand out; in fall, the forest is ablaze with color; in winter, the cliffs are covered in snow, creating a striking contrast between the white snow and the blue river. Located adjacent to the hot spring town, it offers visitors a unique natural viewing and photography experience.

Furano Cheese Factory

Cheese products made from local fresh milk are a specialty of Furano, and at Furano Cheese Factory, you can not only taste natural and delicious cheese, but also experience the joy of cheese making. Walking into the cheese factory, you can observe the production process of cheese through the glass window, and there is also an exhibition about cheese. After the tour, visitors can taste a variety of cheeses and buy dairy products produced in Hokkaido. The red wine cheese produced by the Furano Cheese Factory is the first of its kind here, and there are also some rare varieties of cheese that can only be tasted here.

No. 1 of Ski Resorts in Nakafurano

Nakafurano Hokusei Ski Area

Hokuseiyama