A one-day art and nature tour of Biei and Furano, Hokkaido, Japan | Kan Yasuda Sculpture Museum, Blue Pond, Biei Town, Shirahige Falls, Furano (departing from Sapporo)

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[Yasuda Kan Sculpture Museum]

The Kan Yasuda Sculpture Museum is situated on the edge of a forest, showcasing the exquisite sculptures of Kan Yasuda. This outdoor museum blends seamlessly with nature, and the works display their unique charm in each of the four seasons, as if each sculpture is conversing with the surrounding natural landscape.

*Some outdoor white marble sculptures at the Yasuda Kan Sculpture Museum may be covered with protective film, which is expected to be removed in late April. However, the interior and some bronze sculptures will remain open to the public. We appreciate your understanding. The Yasuda Kan Sculpture Museum will be undergoing renovations on its art space (former gymnasium) from June 10, 2026 to March 31, 2027. During this period, the art space will be closed, while the rest of the museum is expected to remain open. Scaffolding will be erected around the building during construction, which may affect the view; we apologize for any inconvenience.

Biei Town

Nestled amidst tranquil fields, Biei is an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Several Japanese restaurants are located around the station, offering convenient access to local cuisine. The Four Seasons Tower is about a seven-minute walk away; from the top, one can enjoy panoramic views of the town: colorful rooftops, small trucks weaving through the landscape, and the distant, layered mountains of Mount Tokachi, all combining to create a dreamlike, idyllic scene.

*There are many Japanese restaurants near Biei JR Station, so we recommend that you bring some cash. Please note that the opening hours and closing days of these restaurants are not fixed.

【Blue Pond】

Approaching the Blue Pond in Biei is like stepping into a fairyland, a hazy, ethereal beauty shrouded in mist. The pond's water, rich in minerals from volcanic ash and sandy sediment, reflects a variety of fantastical colors under sunlight. Combined with the blue sky reflected in the water, the color is tinted a bluish-green. The pond's surface is still, as calm as a mirror. Plants grow both inside and outside the pond, adding a touch of poetry to the blue expanse. The water has submerged some lower-lying vegetation, leaving behind a forest of dead trees. The contrast between the withered trees and the thriving birch groves along the pond's edge creates a striking image of life and death.

※4. In November, if the temperature of the Blue Pond drops below freezing, the pond water may freeze and be covered with snow, creating a winter landscape. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Whitebeard Waterfall

Shirahige Falls, with a drop of 30 meters and an elevation of 600 meters, is located in Shirogane Onsen-kyo, Biei Town. It gets its name from the white beard-like stream of water that cascades down from the cracks in the rocks. The water gushing from underground crashes against the rocks, creating waves that shimmer with a blue light.

【Biei Chiyoda Ranch】

In spring, Biei Chiyoda Ranch comes alive amidst melting snow and new greenery. The vast ranch is gradually draped in tender green, with the Tokachi-dake mountain range clearly visible under the blue sky. Visitors can interact closely with lively and adorable ponies, alpacas, and other animals, experiencing the unique gentleness of ranch life; stroll along the ranch paths, breathe in the fresh spring air of Hokkaido, and enjoy the leisurely and pleasant rural atmosphere. While enjoying your visit, don't miss the ranch's popular rich milk and handmade ice cream, with their refreshing and delicate flavors, transforming the pure nourishment of Hokkaido into sweet memories on your palate—a relaxed and pleasant spring ranch experience awaits at Biei Chiyoda Ranch.

Furano Wine Workshop

Over fifty years ago, a group of young people passionate about wine founded the "Furano Grape and Fruit Research Institute." Pure red wines, clear white wines, and fruit-flavored specialty red wines—everything you could want is available at the Furano Winery. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Furano while tasting a variety of fine wines for free, experiencing the delicious gifts from Hokkaido.