【Get Discounts】Don’t Miss Furano This Summer with the Yen at a 17-Year Low

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Summer vacation is just around the corner, and many travelers have already started planning their summer trips. Japan has always been one of Taiwanese people’s favorite overseas destinations. With the yen hitting a 17-year low, traveling to Japan has become a nationwide trend. This year, the Hokkaido flower season officially kicked off in May. The most beautiful flower fields in Hokkaido, Japan, are definitely a must-visit destination in a lifetime.

● Biei Town
Biei, located in the Kamikawa region of central Hokkaido, is world-famous for its picturesque rolling hills and vast flower seas. In the 1970s, a renowned Japanese landscape photographer visited this town and was captivated by its beauty. He later used the photos he took during his multiple visits to Biei extensively in photo collections, postcards, posters, movies, and TV commercials, gradually making Biei well-known across Japan and turning it into one of the best tourist spots in Hokkaido. Among its highlights is the rainbow-patched landscape formed by a tapestry of lavender, sunflowers, poppies, cosmos, and purple sage. The breathtaking floral vistas along Patchwork Road, Shikisai Hill, and Zerubu Hill, as well as the magnificent panoramic views of the horizon from the mountains, are particularly famous.

【Recommended Accommodations】
◎ Biei Shirane Onsen Morinoryotei
As the name suggests, Biei Shirane Onsen Morinoryotei is nestled among the woods and is located near Biei Shirane Onsen. It is a traditional inn that fully embodies the spirit of Japanese hospitality, featuring 17 private rooms and an onsen. Here, guests can enjoy a completely relaxing time surrounded by nature just steps away.

◎ Asahikawa Lavenir Hotel
Asahikawa Lavenir Hotel is conveniently located right in front of Biei Station, making it easy for first-time visitors to find their way around. The hotel’s earthy exterior blends harmoniously with nature, and the complimentary breakfast is deliciously prepared using locally grown produce and ingredients from Hokkaido. All guest rooms come with free WiFi.