Furano in a Day: A Whirlwind Tour of Nature and Culture

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by Aiden

March 29, 2024 · 1 min read

Furano 1 Day Itinerary

Embark on a one-day journey through the picturesque landscapes of Furano, a destination that promises an unforgettable blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences. Begin your adventure at the Shirogane Blue Pond, a mesmerizing spot where the waters reflect a stunning blue hue, creating a serene atmosphere for visitors to enjoy. Spend an hour here, immersing yourself in the tranquility of this city park and museum. Next, indulge your senses at the Furano Cheese Factory, where you can witness the art of cheese-making and perhaps sample some of Hokkaido's finest dairy products. After an hour of cheesy delights, your itinerary leads you to the enchanting Ningle Terrace. Here, you'll have two hours to stroll through a characteristic neighborhood that feels like a page from a fairy tale, with its quaint shops and artisanal crafts nestled amidst the forest. This compact yet rich itinerary is designed to give you a taste of Furano's unique charm, leaving you with memories to cherish and stories to tell.

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La Vista Furano Hills Hot Springs
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Day 1: Enchanting Furano - A Symphony of Nature and Craftsmanship

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Shirogane Blue Pond

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Begin your Furano journey with a serene visit to the Shirogane Blue Pond, a natural wonder that seems to have sprung from a fairy tale. Nestled in the quaint town of Biei, this enchanting city park is a canvas of vibrant blues that change with the weather and seasons, reflecting the skies above in its crystal-clear waters. Just an hour here will allow you to immerse in the tranquility and capture the ethereal beauty of the pond, which is also a stone's throw away from an intriguing museum that narrates the story behind this mesmerizing site.

Attraction Info

  • Shirogane, Biei, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido 071-0235, Japan
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-2 hour

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Furano Cheese Factory

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After the calming hues of the Blue Pond, add a slice of local culture to your itinerary with a visit to the Furano Cheese Factory. This is not just any cheese factory; it's a place where you can witness the art of cheese-making and indulge in some outdoor skiing. Spend an hour here savoring the rich flavors of Furano's dairy delicacies and enjoy the unique combination of gastronomy and adventure in the heart of Hokkaido.

Attraction Info

  • Nakagoku, Furano 076-0013 Hokkaido
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-2 hour
  • Open from 9:00am-4:00pm

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Ningle Terrace

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Conclude your day with a magical stroll through Ningle Terrace, a charming neighborhood that seems to have been lifted from the pages of a storybook. With two hours to explore, you'll have ample time to meander through the enchanting collection of artisan cottages, each offering a unique craft or local specialty. The whimsical atmosphere, coupled with the scent of the surrounding forest, makes Ningle Terrace the perfect finale to your day in Furano.

Attraction Info

  • Nakagoryo, Furano, Hokkaido 076-8511, Japan
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
  • Open from 12:00pm-8:45pm
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Top Things to Do in Furano-2024

TOP 1
Ningle Terrace
Ningle Terrace
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Highlights:
The Dwarf Chalet is situated near the New Furano Prince Hotel in Nakagoryo, Furano. The wooden cabins are constructed in the forest and linked by the wooden corridor bridge. There is also a connection of small lights that decorate the cabins. There are a diversity of small crafts in the cabins, which are very delicate. Don't be too explicit when you look inside. Try to see through the corner of your eyes. That big stump is the spot where the legendary second generation of dwarfs lived in. There are passages and wooden bridges of the dwarfs build next to it, and coats of dwarfs were basked, which was very cute.
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TOP 3
Asahiyama Zoo
Asahiyama Zoo
4.6/5 · 566 review
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Highlights:
Asahiyama Zoo is located in Asahikawa. It is a very famous zoo in Japan, and it is also the largest polar zoo in Japan. Xushan Zoo is famous for its unique way of displaying animal behaviors. Through the unique design of the exhibition hall, animals can display their instinctive behaviors in a relatively free raising state, and at the same time, visitors can watch the natural state of animals without obstacles. In the seal hall, you can watch the spotted seals swimming vertically in the huge cylindrical tank. In the Polar Bear Pavilion, you can not only see polar bears wandering on the ground, but also see their energetic swimming in the water. In the penguin pavilion, you can watch penguins cruising 360 degrees in the water, and you can also see penguins walking in the snow outdoors in winter.
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TOP 4
Highland Furano
Highland Furano
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Highlights:
This is the flower field attached to the Highland Furano Onsen Hotel and the largest lavender field in Furano City. When the lavender blooms in July and August every year, you can enjoy the fun of watching the lavender while soaking in the soup. Next to the lavender fields, there is also a lavender forest park with hiking trails, suitable for enjoying a forest bath full of lavender fragrance. In autumn, it is a famous place for maple viewing in the suburbs of Furano. Of course, in addition to enjoying the beautiful scenery of the four seasons, HighlandFurano also has restaurants, and the delicacies prepared with local ingredients are not to be missed.
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TOP 5
Shirogane Blue Pond
Shirogane Blue Pond
4.6/5 · 144 review
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Highlights:
Qingchi is a blue-blue pond surrounded by forests. There are dead larch trunks in the pond. It is also called "Little Jiuzhaigou" in Japan by many tourists. Qingchi was once photographed by photographers from National Geographic, and the work was purchased by Apple and became one of the default desktops of the MAC operating system. It is said that the pool water here contains a large amount of aluminum due to the eruption of the Tokachidake volcano. Due to the scattering of light, the stronger the sunlight, the more dazzling the blue. About 2.45 kilometers away from Qingchi, the platinum hot spring is a famous hot spring resort, which can be played together.
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Furano 1 Day Itinerary