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Farm Tomita

Hokkaido · Japan

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The tour stay time is 30 minutes from April 26th to May 31st and October 1st to November 3rd, and 50 minutes from June to September. The best time to see lavender is usually in July.

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Contents

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  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Farm Tomita, a place of historical significance and immense natural beauty that has come to define the summer season in Hokkaido. As you stand at the entrance, you are entering a legacy that dates back to the early…

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  2. 2The Traditional Lavender Field: Where It Began

    We begin our journey at the Traditional Lavender Field, arguably the most historically significant plot on the property. This field is situated on a relatively steep slope, providing a vantage point that overlooks the entire farm…

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  3. 3The Irodori Field: A Rainbow in the Hills

    Descending from the traditional slopes, we arrive at the Irodori Field, perhaps the most photographed spot on the entire farm. The word 'Irodori' translates to 'colored' or 'tinted,' and the field lives up to its name with a…

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  4. 4The Dried Flower House: Preserving Summer

    Escape the sun for a moment and step into the Dried Flower House, one of the largest facilities of its kind in Japan. Inside, you are greeted by an extraordinary sight: thousands of flowers suspended from the ceiling and arranged…

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  5. 5Culinary Delights: Melon and Lavender Flavors

    No visit to Farm Tomita is complete without engaging with its unique culinary offerings, which are as central to the experience as the flowers themselves. We are now in the main dining and snack area, where the air is filled with…

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  6. 6Greenhouse and Lavender Gallery: Year-Round Blooms

    For those visiting outside the peak July season, the Greenhouse offers a vital glimpse into the farm's botanical heart. Inside this climate-controlled structure, lavender and other delicate flowers are cultivated year-round,…

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  7. 7Forest Field and Birch Trees: The Upper Slopes

    Continuing our ascent past the traditional fields, we reach the Forest Field, a more secluded area that offers a different aesthetic than the open ribbons of the lower slopes. This field is characterized by the presence of…

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  8. 8Closing

    As our tour of Farm Tomita comes to an end, we are left with a profound sense of the power of a single plant to transform a landscape and a community. From the historic Traditional Lavender Field to the vibrant Irodori Field, we…

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What is Farm Tomita?

Farm Tomita is a place in Hokkaido · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationHokkaido · Japan
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates43.4181, 142.4280
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