Hokkaido Floral Season and Purple Romance in Furano

You can see lavender and colorful flowers in Furano, and a mystical blue pond in Biei.
You can enjoy the most famous zoo in Japan;
Asahiyama Zoo where animals behave uniquely and adventurously.
Finally, we also go shopping in Sapporo and Otaru.

ITINERARY

• DAY 1

  

  9:00

  Upon arrival New Chitose Airport, proceed to Asahikawa Ramen Village.
  Asahikawa is one of the famous spots for ramen, and there are 8 shops representing the original ramen, so you can taste the different types of Asahikawa ramen.

  13:00

  Today’s highlight is Asahiyama Zoo, where you must visit at least once.
  The most popular exhibit is Polar Bear Pavilion, where you can observe polar bears diving into a huge pool, showing their natural swimming behavior in the real Arctic ocean.
  At the Penguin Pavilion, you’ll be astounded to see swimming penguins “flying” at high speed over your head through an amazing aquarium tunnel system.
  Thereafter, you will have a chance to go shopping at AEON MALL around Asahikawa Station. You can enjoy shopping and eat several types of local food in Hokkaido.

  Hotel Accommodation

  Art Hotel Asahikawa or similar class

  Meal

  L

  
• DAY　2

  

  08:00

  After breakfast, we will first visit Biei Shikisai No Oka that provides spectacular views across fifteen hectares of land. It is a paradise of seasonal blossoms from spring through to fall, in which several dozen different species of flowers and grasses flourish. We will pass by Patchwork Road or Jet Coaster Road that is possibly one of Hokkaido’s most typical landscapes.
  We will proceed to picturesque spot in Biei; The blue pond. The pond with dazzling blue color, it was created during the construction of a dam to protect Biei from aftermaths of any volcanic eruptions at Mt. Tokachi.
  On the surface of the water reflect deadwoods, the forest and clouds, creating a soothing atmosphere.

  13:00

  We will visit Furano Tomita Farm. Furano is the most famous area for planting lavender, so you can still see the lavender. In addition, the farm has expanded to include a number of large fields of various flower types, including Poppies, Frence Marigolds, and many more flowers.
  We will proceed to New Furano Prince hotel and stay romantic night at Ningle Terrace called “Mori No Shopping Road” there.

  Hotel Accommodation

  New Furano Prince Hotel or similar class

  Meal

  B/L/D

  
• DAY 3

  

  08:00

  After breakfast, we will first visit one of the most picturesque cities called Otaru. Otaru Canal has a picturesque century-old stone warehouses along the nostalgic canal.
  We will visit Kitaichi Glass reputed for antique lamps and hand-made blown glassware, and the Otaru Music Box Museum that has extensive collection of music boxes.
  In addition to these, Gin no Kane provides tea set, and we can take original cup for souvenir such as Hello Kitty.

  13:00

  Upon arrival in Sapporo, we will visit Former Government Building built in 1888, this building is known to Sapporo residents as “Red Bricks”. We will enjoy some duty-free shops and Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade with many shops ranging from souvenirs, kimonos, musical instruments and other specialty merchandise.
  We will also enjoy at Susukino of nightlife entertainment area, that is the Sapporo’s famous nightspot for fun.

  Hotel Accommodation

  Hotel Emisia Sapporo or similar class

  Meal

  B/L/D

  
• DAY 4

  

  6:00

  After breakfast, we will proceed to New Chitose Airport.
  There are many shops and restaurants providing local food in Hokkaido at the airport. In addition, there are famous character’s amusement facilities such as Doraemon or Hello Kitty.
  If time permit, you can do some last-min shopping before you transfer to the airport for your flight home.

  Hotel Accommodation

  Flight

  Meal

  B