Furano and Biei are popular travel areas in central Hokkaido.
Many visitors come here to see flower fields, rolling hills, and quiet countryside scenery.
The area is especially well known for lavender fields in summer.
Because the towns are close to each other, many travelers visit both on the same trip.
Furano Flower Fields
Furano is famous for wide flower fields that bloom in summer.
The most well-known place is Farm Tomita.
Rows of lavender cover the hills and create purple fields across the landscape.
The best time to see lavender is usually from late June to mid-July.
Admission to the fields is free.
Farm Tomita Official Site
https://www.farm-tomita.co.jp/
Biei Blue Pond
The Blue Pond in Biei is one of the most photographed places in Hokkaido.
The water has a bright blue color.
Dead tree trunks stand in the pond and create a unique landscape.
The pond was originally built as part of a volcanic erosion control project.
However, its unusual color later made it a famous sightseeing spot.
＼ Furano & Biei Day Tour ／
Lavender & Blue Pond
Furano–Biei Norokko Train
The Furano–Biei Norokko Train is a seasonal sightseeing train.
It runs between Furano and Biei from June to October.
Large windows allow passengers to see the countryside and flower fields.
Important stops include:
- Lavender Farm Station – close to Farm Tomita
- Biei Station – access point for the Blue Pond
JR Hokkaido Official Site
https://www.jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Access to Furano and Biei
From JR Sapporo Station, take a train to Furano.
Travel time: about 2 hours
Fare: about 2,700 yen (about 18 USD)
From Furano, trains connect to Biei on the JR Furano Line.
Buses and taxis are commonly used to reach sightseeing places around Biei.
Nearby Places
Several attractions are located near Furano and Biei.
Furano Cheese Factory introduces local cheese production.
Meanwhile, Patchwork Road in Biei shows farmland landscapes and rolling hills.
These places are often included in the same travel route.
＼ Furano & Biei Day Tour ／
Lavender & Blue Pond
FAQ
Yes. Furano is known for flower fields and countryside scenery.
Many visitors travel here to see lavender during summer.
About 1–2 days is enough to visit Furano and nearby Biei.
The main flower season is from June to August.
Lavender usually reaches peak bloom in early July.
