Furano Travel Guide
Lavender fields, powder snow, local food, and one of Japan’s most famous TV drama locations. Everything you need to plan your trip to Furano, Hokkaido.
Explore Furano
Things to Do
Rafting, skiing, hiking, hot air balloons, ice fishing, and the best onsen in central Hokkaido.
Flowers & Nature
Furano’s famous lavender fields bloom late June through August. Farm Tomita is the biggest draw, but the smaller spots are better.
Where to Stay
From ski-in/ski-out resorts to budget hostels. Furano is much cheaper than Niseko for the same quality powder.
Food & Drink
Soup curry, omelette curry, local cheese, Furano wine, and melon soft serve. Plus restaurants that need reservations two weeks out.
Getting There
Two hours from Sapporo by train, or 2.5 by car. Direct ski buses in winter from Chitose Airport.
Culture & History
The filming locations of Kita no Kuni Kara, Japan’s most beloved TV drama. Plus the bizarre and brilliant Belly Button Festival.
Plan Your Visit
Start with our complete Furano travel guide for the full picture — what to see, when to go, how much to budget, and what most guides get wrong.
Best time to visit: July for lavender (book early), January-February for powder snow. September-October for autumn colours and smaller crowds. April and November are the quiet months — some attractions close, but accommodation is cheap and you’ll have the place to yourself.
How long: Three days minimum. One day for flowers/sightseeing, one for activities (skiing, rafting, or cycling depending on season), one for Biei and the Blue Pond. Add a fourth if you want to visit the Kita no Kuni Kara filming locations properly.