Itinerary Reference

08:45 Gather near the East Ticket Gate (green currency exchange machine), it is recommended to arrive 10‑15 minutes early

Lunch at your own expense, free to dine

Ninguru Terrace (Forest Fairy Terrace), cleanse your mind in a forest that feels like a fairy‑tale world (In November, as Ninguru Terrace is temporarily closed, the visit will be changed to Furano Cheese Factory)

Stunning photo spots: Birch Tree Forest, Christmas Tree 

Shirahige Falls (White Beard Falls), during winter part of the waterfall freezes into icicles, combining grandeur and beauty

Blue Pond (Shirogane Aoiike), covered in snow as if you are in a fantasy world (In February and March, the Blue Pond will also be visited, but due to the late lighting time, the illumination will not be visible. Please take note.)

20:30 Dismiss at JR Sapporo Station (arrival time in February: 20:55, in March: 21:25)

*Itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic or weather conditions

Itinerary Highlights

❄️Depart easily from Sapporo city centre — no self‑driving or transport research needed, enjoy the best of Hokkaido winter with ease

🍽️Indulge in authentic Furano flavours, from wagyu beef rice bowls and juwari soba to distinctive game meat, a diverse culinary experience

🧚Visit the fairy‑tale forest hidden gem, double experience of Ninguru Terrace / Cheese Factory, heart‑warming and healing at its best

📸Explore classic Biei snowscapes, one‑stop photo spots including the Birch Tree Corridor, Christmas Tree and Seven Stars Tree

✨Enjoy exclusive winter‑only scenery, illumination at the Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls, capturing the dreamy night views of Hokkaido

The ultimate romance of Hokkaido winter lies in the snow‑white hidden gems of Biei and Furano! The limited illumination spectacle occurs only once a year — miss it and you will have to wait another full year! This one‑day tour departing from Sapporo comes with private round‑trip transfers throughout, no need to change trains. One‑stop package covering snow scenery, gourmet food and limited‑time lighting effects, easily kick‑starting a healing winter journey. Early bird discounts are now available for a limited time, offering great value — perfect for all travellers who wish to experience Hokkaido winter scenery in depth.

The meeting point is located near the East Ticket Gate of JR Sapporo Station, at Pocket Change next to Hokkaido Shikisai‑kan Sapporo East No.1 Store — an easily visible and findable location. Regular assembly time is 08:45 and adjusted to 09:10 in March, so there is no need to rush in the early morning — a relaxed and easy departure. Each day tour concludes with return and dismissal at JR Sapporo Station, with a regular arrival time of 20:00 (20:55 in February and 21:25 in March), offering flexible time slots to fit your travel pace.

The first stop heads straight to a popular Furano restaurant, where you can enjoy local specialities at your own expense. Featuring carefully selected fresh Hokkaido ingredients, the signature Furano wagyu beef rice bowl and rich speciality curry rice are classic must‑tries. There are also rare bear and deer meat dishes, as well as juwari soba made from Furano wheat — unlocking a diverse range of authentic Hokkaido flavours in one go.

Next, step into a healing winter sanctuary — the regular visit to Furano Ninguru Terrace, strolling through the serene snow‑covered forest, away from the urban hustle and bustle, fully immersed in a fairy‑tale atmosphere. When the Terrace is temporarily closed in November, the visit will be adjusted to the Furano Cheese Factory, where you can taste handmade cheese and creamy desserts, and try the super popular Furano milk gelato — a heart‑warming experience full of sweetness.

Then continue to enjoy the classic snowscapes of Biei, strolling through the winter birch tree forest corridor — endless white birch forests stretching across the land, full of atmosphere. Capture the unique sights of the snowy plains, with the winter Christmas Tree on Biei's snow‑white hills and the iconic Seven Stars Tree ready to be photographed anywhere — every frame making a stunning winter masterpiece.

The grand finale of the tour is the winter‑only spectacular scenery! The snow‑covered Blue Pond is crystal clear and dreamlike, while the partially frozen Shirahige Falls is truly majestic. Combined with the limited‑time colourful illumination, lights and shadows cast onto the icy snowscape in turn, weaving a dreamlike and breathtaking winter fantasy — the exclusive Hokkaido romance captured all at once.