By Chen Guanxin, MOOK Scenic Spots Travel Life Network, compiled and reported
With the lavender blooms in Furano, Hokkaido, in July, beautiful wildflowers such as lilies, poppies, lupines, and cosmos also begin to bloom along the roadsides of Biei and Furano. Visiting Furano at this time not only offers summer-exclusive lavender fields but also attractions like the Forest Fairy Terrace and Cheese Factory, waiting for visitors to experience the local lifestyle.
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The most beautiful summer in Hokkaido welcomes visitors with the blooming of lavender. (Image provided by Moleskine Editorial Department)
Kamifurano FLOWER LAND
Set against the backdrop of Mount Tokachi, Kamifurano FLOWER LAND boasts an excellent view of the city. The vast flower fields stretching along the slopes cover a total area of 15 hectares. From June, flowers such as lupines, lavender, poppies, dahlias, sunflowers, marguerites, and cosmos bloom in rotation. There’s also a lavender field where you can hand-pick the flowers yourself, plus experiences like pressed flower crafting.
Address: 27 North, 5-West, Kamifurano-cho
Transportation: Accessible via the Furano Flower & Biei Hill Sightseeing Bus (Furano Hana & Biei Oku Kosu) from JR Furano Station, or by car approximately 10 minutes from JR Kamifurano Station
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A 15-hectare sea of flowers that feels like a dream. (Image provided by Moleskine Editorial Department)
Tomita Farm
Tomita Farm is the most famous flower farm in Furano and the mastermind behind cementing the impression of “Furano = Lavender” in everyone’s mind. The vast grounds are roughly divided into five major flower zones, among which the romantic purple lavender fields and the colorful flower fields resembling gorgeous carpets are the most iconic sights. The farm also offers a rich variety of original products such as dried flowers, perfumes, and essential oils. Don’t miss their most famous purple lavender soft serve ice cream!
Address: 15 North, Kita, Nakafurano-cho
Transportation: About 3 minutes by car or 25 minutes on foot from JR Nakafurano Station. Alternatively, take the seasonal (June–October) Furano Biei Norokko Train from JR and get off at Lavender Field Station, then walk 7 minutes.
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Tomita Farm helped promote lavender tourism in Furano. Here, besides admiring the floral carpets, you can also enjoy lavender soft serve. (Image provided by Moleskine Editorial Department)
Forest Fairy Terrace
Legend has it that 15-centimeter-tall forest fairies live in the woods of Furano. The Forest Fairy Terrace, located in the woods next to New Furano Prince Hotel, even has a cute sign that says, “Please don’t make noise so as not to disturb the forest fairies.” The woods contain 17 wooden cabins, all selling handmade goods by Furano artisans—such as wooden carvings of owls and mini bands, glass ornaments with ice and snow themes, iron fox bottle openers, and candles shaped like wood or mushrooms—all exquisitely charming. In the evening, the whole area is lit up, adding to the atmosphere.
Address: Nakagoryo, Furano City
Transportation: About 10 minutes by car or bus from JR Furano Station, or take the Furano Bus Lavender (Rabendaa) and get off at the final stop, “New Furano Prince Hotel.”
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At night, warm yellow lights make the Forest Fairy Terrace look dreamlike. (Image provided by Moleskine Editorial Department)
popura farm Nakafurano
Nakafurano’s melon specialty shop popura farm launches an original dessert every summer called “Santa’s Beard,” which you’ll definitely want to try once you see it: juicy orange Hokkaido-grown melons filled with rich, creamy Hokkaido milk soft serve. It’s super Hokkaido-themed and incredibly delicious thanks to the carefully selected sweet and juicy melons. There are also glamorous variations like Christmas sundaes!
Address: 18 North, 1-East, Nakafurano-cho
Transportation: A 5-minute walk from JR Nishinakafurano Station, or about 5 minutes by car from JR Nakafurano Station
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Sweet melon paired with rich milk soft serve is the ultimate summer refreshment. (Image provided by Moleskine Editorial Department)
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