Itinerary Reference:

Summer Plan

11:00 Meet at Exit 31 of Odori Station, recommended to arrive 10‑15 minutes early

Shirogane Blue Pond, 30 minutes

HERB GARDEN, 20 minutes

Shikisai no Oka, 1 hour

Roller Coaster Road, 5 minutes (This attraction is a drive‑by only, no stop for visits. As sunset is earlier in autumn, the visiting order of attractions may be adjusted based on actual conditions of the day to provide the best travel experience)

Tomita Farm, 1 hour 30 minutes

Ningle Terrace, 40 minutes

*In September, due to autumn sunset times, the stay at Tomita Farm may be shortened and the time at Ningle Terrace extended depending on conditions of the day

*From 1 October to 31 October, as the flowers at Tomita Farm are nearing the end of their season, we will not visit Tomita Farm. The alternative attraction will be Shirahige Falls, with a stay of approximately 30 minutes

21:10 Tour ends at Odori Station

Plan A

09:20 Meet at Exit 31 of Odori Subway Station, recommended to arrive 10‑15 minutes early

Biei Station / Shikisai no Oka, 1 hour

*You may choose between sightseeing in front of Biei Station or playing in the snow at Shikisai no Oka. If Shikisai no Oka is closed during its off‑season, it will be replaced with Chiyoda Farm

Biei Christmas Tree, 30 minutes (If unable to reach the Christmas Tree due to weather, traffic control or safety considerations, we will go to Ken & Marry Tree instead)

Shirahige Falls, 30 minutes

Ningle Terrace, 1 hour 20 minutes (Ningle Terrace may occasionally be inaccessible due to traffic control, in which case we will visit the alternative attraction: Blue Pond illumination at Biei, with a 30‑minute stay) 

19:30 Tour ends at Odori Station

Plan B (Autumn)

10:10 Meet at Exit 31 of Odori Station, recommended to arrive 10‑15 minutes early

Biei Station, 1 hour, stroll around Biei Station, lunch at your own expense, free to choose a restaurant near the station

HERB GARDEN, 20 minutes

Biei Christmas Tree, 20 minutes, Shin‑ei no Oka Observation Park, 30 minutes. Total stay of 50 minutes for Christmas Tree + Shin‑ei no Oka Observation Park

Shirahige Falls illumination, 30 minutes

Shirogane Blue Pond illumination, 30 minutes

20:20 Tour ends at Odori Station

Plan B (Winter)

10:10 Meet at Exit 31 of Odori Subway Station, recommended to arrive 10‑15 minutes early

Ningle Terrace, 40 minutes

Biei Station / Shikisai no Oka, 1 hour

*You may choose between sightseeing in front of Biei Station or playing in the snow at Shikisai no Oka. If Shikisai no Oka is closed during its off‑season, it will be replaced with Chiyoda Farm

Shirahige Falls, 30 minutes

Shirogane Blue Pond, 30 minutes

20:20 Tour ends at Odori Station

*The above itinerary may be adjusted due to factors such as traffic or weather

Tour Highlights

[Summer] Tomita Farm 90 minutes, leisurely stroll through Hokkaido's popular lavender fields, with romantic sunset scenery like a fairytale

[Summer] Check in at Biei's "Blue Pond" and "Roller Coaster Road", experience Hokkaido's rolling hills and rural landscapes

[Summer & Winter] Night visit to Ningle Terrace, the forest log cabins illuminated by lights — surrounded by floral scents in summer and blanketed in snow in winter, as if stepping into a fairytale world

[Winter] Blue Pond winter illumination, the azure lake embraced by snow‑covered trees, emitting a dreamy blue glow under the night lights — a Hokkaido‑exclusive spectacular sight

[Winter] Snowmobile at Shikisai no Oka (at your own expense), race across the boundless snowfield and experience Hokkaido's thrilling winter‑exclusive activity

Step into the snow‑white world of Hokkaido 2026 — a one‑day tour bringing together breathtaking snowfields, hidden night scenery and fairytale illuminations! A compact group of 6 travellers sets off to explore the classic sights of Furano and Biei, enjoying the majestic snowscapes of northern Hokkaido by day and chasing the exclusive night illumination spectacles by dusk — collecting the most moving winter images of Hokkaido all at once.

In winter, Shikisai no Oka sheds its blossoms and transforms into an endless expanse of silver‑white hills, with snowfields stretching to the edge of the mountains. For those who wish to quietly admire the snow country scenery, take a leisurely stroll through the park; for thrill‑seekers, enjoy the optional snowmobile ride at your own expense, speeding across the pure white landscape and feeling the exhilarating blend of cold wind and snowy views. The tour offers flexible options — choose between a stroll through the town in front of Biei Station or playing in the snow at Shikisai no Oka, tailoring the pace of your journey as you wish.

Next, head to Biei's hidden gem, Blue Pond — also the key night‑time attraction of this tour. With trees covered in snow and the illumination switched on, the pond water refracts layers of deep blue light, with dead trees standing in the snowfield by the lakeshore. The cool blue glow against the pristine white snow creates a mysterious atmosphere unlike anything in the mortal world — a dreamy winter‑exclusive spectacle of Hokkaido.

As night gradually falls, head to Furano's Ningle Terrace. Triangular log cabins are scattered amongst the forest, with warm yellow lights flickering on one by one. The cosy handmade craft shops surrounded by thick snow are heart‑warming and healing. Strolling along the forest path feels like entering a fairytale realm where the elves of the snow country reside. Should traffic control prevent a visit, the tour will be adjusted to the Blue Pond illumination instead, ensuring you still have the chance to enjoy the exclusive night scenery.

Along the way, you will also encounter classic snowscapes such as the Biei Christmas Tree and Shirahige Falls. A solitary tree standing in the snowfield, an ice waterfall reflecting the blue river — every spot is a perfect photo opportunity. Note the changing daylight hours of the Hokkaido winter, as the light and shadows differ from month to month, naturally creating a variety of unique charms.

A 6‑person small group offers flexibility and comfort — no squeezing into large tour buses. Wander across pure white hills by day, check in at northern Hokkaido's renowned snow scenery, and chase the exclusive illumination romance by night. Visiting Hokkaido in winter 2026? Don't miss this dreamy illumination tour of Furano and Biei, and collect the complete snow country daylight scenery and glowing night views into your travel memories!