[Tourism Conditions]
Travel departure point and destination: Hokkaido
Trip duration: Day trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus Company Name: Tongxin International Co., Ltd.
Meals: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 0 times, Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum group size: 6
Team Leader: 1
Tour guide: 0
【Travel Planning/Implementation】
Operating Company Name: Tongxin International Co., Ltd.
Address: 3F, 422 Minami 8-jo Nishi 4-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
License Number: Hokkaido Governor's Registered Travel Business Registration No. 3-674
Travel Association Name: Japan Travel Industry Association (Assistant Member)
A minimum of 6 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Passengers are requested to adhere to the scheduled times. Late arrivals will be considered as automatic cancellation of the trip, and the fees paid will not be refunded.
If you need to bring luggage, please indicate this in the remarks section. Vehicles will be assigned based on the number of travelers, and luggage availability will be confirmed 3-5 days prior to departure. If luggage is permitted, an additional cash fee of 1500 yen per piece will be charged to the tour guide before boarding.
When the car or minibus is in operation, the driver will provide you with a brief introduction but will not disembark to accompany you. Thank you for your understanding.
Infants under 2 years old travel free of charge and are not provided with a seat. If a child of infant age requires a seat, a fare will apply.
The lavender in Hokkaido's Furano region typically blooms in the summer, with the best viewing period usually from July to early August each year. During this time, major attractions like Farm Tomita reach their peak beauty, where the purple flower fields intertwine with surrounding colorful blooms, creating magnificent pastoral scenery. It's the best time to experience Furano's summer charm.
At Farm Tomita, you can leisurely stroll through the vast lavender fields, admire their unique purple carpet landscape, and inhale the fragrant aroma. The farm also cultivates a variety of colorful flowers, forming rainbow-like fields that are perfect for photos. You can also savor lavender-flavored ice cream or purchase specialty goods to experience the unique Furano flavor.
The lavender light-up event at Hinode Park is a limited-time, unique experience that blends blooming lavender fields with dazzling light art. During the event, the lavender fields within the park are illuminated by colorful lights, creating a dreamlike purple night view. Additionally, the event may feature lavender scents, colorful bubbles, and summer evening breezes to create a multi-sensory romantic atmosphere. Fireworks are also set off on the opening day to add a festive mood.
In the evening or at night, the Fairy Terrace illuminates the wooden houses and paths in the forest, creating a fairytale-like magical atmosphere. You can wander along the dimly lit forest paths, feeling a tranquil and romantic ambiance. Along the way, there are many specialty handicraft shops offering unique shopping experiences. The night view here combines nature with artistic creations, making it ideal for couples or visitors who love a forest-themed ambiance.
Besides the renowned Farm Tomita, a Furano day trip often includes 'Shikisai-no-Oka' (Hills of Colorful Flowers) in Biei. Shikisai-no-Oka is famous for its vast rolling hills and vibrant flower cultivation, with different flowers blooming in each season, creating a landscape like a colorful earth canvas. Visitors can enjoy the magnificent pastoral scenery and interact with cute alpacas, experiencing Biei's unique rural charm.
Shikisai-no-Oka's most distinctive feature is the vast rolling hills covered with endless, colorful flower fields, resembling a natural colored carpet. There are no signs of artificial pruning, allowing the flowers to grow naturally, presenting rich layers of color. Famous photo spots include the paths between the flower fields, the observation decks within the park, and taking pictures with the cute alpacas. From any angle, you can capture magnificent pastoral scenery and unique linear beauty.
Visiting flower fields during the day is primarily about experiencing the Hokkaido summer sun and vitality, admiring the bright colors and expansive landscapes of flowers under natural light, such as the colorful flower seas at Farm Tomita and Shikisai-no-Oka, which are full of energy. The Hinode Park lavender light-up at night offers a completely different romantic atmosphere, using light art to illuminate the lavender fields, creating a mysterious and dreamy night scene, possibly accompanied by fireworks or bubble shows, providing a tranquil and emotional experience that perfectly complements the daytime floral viewing.
The Hinode Park lavender light-up is a special summer-limited event, held for a short period of only 9 days. In addition to enjoying the illuminated lavender fields and colorful lights at night, the event specially incorporates lavender scents and colorful bubbles to create a multi-sensory romantic atmosphere. Notably, on the opening day (July 4th), fireworks will be set off to add brilliance and dreamlike colors to the event, making it a must-not-miss limited experience in Furano during the summer.