Furano Flower Fields

Welcome to the rolling hills of Furano, a place that, in the height of summer, transforms into one of the most visually arresting landscapes in all of Japan. We are currently at Farm Tomita, the crown jewel of the region’s floral…

We begin our exploration at the Hanabito Field, often the first sight for visitors arriving from the nearby Lavender Farm Station. This field serves as a vibrant introduction to the farm’s diversity, featuring a rotating…

We now move toward the Sakiwai Field, which is perhaps the most spiritually significant area for many visitors. 'Sakiwai' means 'happiness' or 'blessing,' and it is here that you can see four different varieties of lavender…

Further up the hill, we encounter the Irodori Field, arguably the most photographed spot in all of Hokkaido. The word 'Irodori' means 'colored' or 'painted,' and once you see the seven stripes of flowers running down the slope,…

To understand the soul of Farm Tomita, we must visit the Traditional Lavender Field. This is the oldest field on the farm and the one that saved the region's industry from collapse. …

After immersing ourselves in the visual beauty of the fields, we step into the Perfume House and the nearby Distillery Workshop. This is where the flowers are transformed from biological wonders into refined sensory products. …

No visit to Furano is complete without indulging in the local culinary specialties that define the summer season. We now arrive at the café and melon bar area. …

As we prepare to leave Farm Tomita and the Furano flower fields, I hope you carry with you a sense of the 'Sakiwai'—the happiness and blessing—that this landscape provides. We have journeyed through the vibrant stripes of the…