Furano vs Niseko March 30, 2026March 28, 2026 by Things to DoFurano vs NisekoIf you're planning a ski trip to Hokkaido, you've probably been going back and forth between Furano and Niseko. They're…8 min read
Furano Winery: Free Wine Tasting With a View March 30, 2026March 28, 2026 by Things to DoFurano Winery: Free Wine Tasting With a ViewFurano isn't a food destination the way Sapporo or Hakodate is. There's no ramen alley, no morning fish market, no…7 min read
Furano in Summer: Lavender, Cycling, and the Best Season to Visit March 30, 2026March 28, 2026 by SeasonalFurano in Summer: Lavender, Cycling, and the Best Season to VisitThe Furano Cheese Factory (富良野チーズ工房) sits on a hill about 3km from Furano Station, surrounded by birch trees and overlooking…5 min read
Furano in Winter: Powder Snow, Onsen, and Frozen Adventures March 30, 2026March 28, 2026 by SeasonalFurano in Winter: Powder Snow, Onsen, and Frozen AdventuresFurano is the obvious base for a Hokkaido ski trip if you want to avoid the Niseko circus. But sticking…7 min read
Farm Tomita Guide: Furano’s Most Famous Lavender Fields March 30, 2026March 28, 2026 by Flowers & NatureFarm Tomita Guide: Furano’s Most Famous Lavender FieldsFurano doesn't get the hype that Niseko does. Good. That's exactly why I keep going back. While half of Australia…9 min read
Furano Marche: Local Food, Melon, and Souvenirs Near the Station March 30, 2026March 28, 2026 by Food & DrinkFurano Marche: Local Food, Melon, and Souvenirs Near the StationFurano isn't a food destination the way Sapporo or Hakodate is. There's no ramen alley, no morning fish market, no…7 min read
Furano Jam Garden and Anpanman Shop March 30, 2026March 28, 2026 by Things to DoFurano Jam Garden and Anpanman ShopThe Furano Cheese Factory (富良野チーズ工房) sits on a hill about 3km from Furano Station, surrounded by birch trees and overlooking…5 min read
Cycling in Biei: A Guide to the Best Bike Routes March 30, 2026March 28, 2026 by Things to DoCycling in Biei: A Guide to the Best Bike RoutesFurano is the obvious base for a Hokkaido ski trip if you want to avoid the Niseko circus. But sticking…7 min read
3-Day Furano Itinerary: The Perfect Summer Trip (With Winter Tips) March 30, 2026March 28, 2026 by Travel Tips3-Day Furano Itinerary: The Perfect Summer Trip (With Winter Tips)Furano doesn't get the hype that Niseko does. Good. That's exactly why I keep going back. While half of Australia…9 min read
Ski Resorts Near Furano: The Hokkaido Powder Belt March 30, 2026March 27, 2026 by Things to DoSki Resorts Near Furano: The Hokkaido Powder BeltFurano is the obvious base for a Hokkaido ski trip if you want to avoid the Niseko circus. But sticking…9 min read
Furano Ski Resort Guide: Everything You Need to Know March 30, 2026March 27, 2026 by Things to DoFurano Ski Resort Guide: Everything You Need to KnowFurano doesn't get the hype that Niseko does. Good. That's exactly why I keep going back. While half of Australia…12 min read
Blue Pond Biei: Visiting Hokkaido\u2019s Famous Turquoise Pond March 30, 2026March 27, 2026 by Things to DoBlue Pond Biei: Visiting Hokkaido\u2019s Famous Turquoise PondFurano is the obvious base for a Hokkaido ski trip if you want to avoid the Niseko circus. But sticking…7 min read