Enjoy Furano in one day! Recommended ski resorts, hot springs, and activities that you can enjoy even on a day trip
High-quality snow called "Furano powder" and a spectacular view of the Tokachidake mountain range attract skiers from all over the world in winter. Furano .. The prestigious "Furano Ski Resort" is famous, but Nakafurano's "Hokusei Ski Resort" and Kamifurano's "Hinode Ski Resort" are also attractive! We will give you tips on how to enjoy Furano along with the surrounding hot springs and activities.
table of contents
- 1 Furano has plenty of ski resorts and slopes
- 2 What kind of place is "Furano Ski Resort"?
- 3 What kind of place is "Hokusei Ski Resort"?
- 4 What kind of place is "Hinode Ski Area"?
- 5 Activity Japan, you can pre-book snowboard lessons, Snowshoes experiences, and tours!
- 6 Hot spring near the ski resort in Furano
- 7 Recommended activities that you can enjoy besides skiing and snowboarding!
- 8 Frequently Asked Questions about Furano in Winter
- 9 Enjoy winter sports and hot springs in Furano!
Furano has plenty of ski resorts and slopes
Hokkaido It is located in the center of Sapporo and is in an excellent location that is easily accessible from both Sapporo and Asahikawa. Furano area .. In the surrounding area Biei And the resort hotels of Hoshino Resorts gather Tomamu And so on Hokkaido-like landscape and popular tourist spots It is a charming area of.
Speaking of winter leisure in Furano, after all Winter sports !! A prestigious ski resort that boasts one of the largest scales in Hokkaido Furano Ski Resort Is famous, but Nakafurano's "" is loved by the locals. Hokusei Ski Resort And Kamifurano's " Hinode ski area Is also recommended. here Introducing the features of each slope To do.
What kind of place is "Furano Ski Resort"?
Niseko, Rusutsu, Tomamu It is one of the big slopes in Hokkaido along with Good quality snow called "Furano powder" Furano Ski Resort known for. About 168ha One of the largest slopes in Hokkaido Overlooks the magnificent mountain range of the Tokachidake mountain range from the summit Also popular as a "superb view slope" is.
Furano Ski Resort became known to the world in 1977. FIS World Cup Was the trigger. Since then, the world's top skiers have been playing hot at Furano Ski Resort, and the World Cup for snowboarding, the National Athletic Meet, and the All Japan Championship have also been held.
In the Furano area, where the cold is severe even in Hokkaido, Excellent snow quality .. The snow clouds that flowed from the Sea of Japan dropped the moist snow on the way, Only smooth powder snow Can be brought to Furano. Because the temperature does not rise easily even during the day Little deterioration in snow quality throughout the day That is also a merit. The skis comfortably ride on the snow, and just coming here makes me think, "Oh, maybe I'm good at skiing?" Ideal slope It is.
Furano Ski Resort has two areas
Furano ski resort is big Two zones It is divided into two, and you can go back and forth by the connecting course at the top and the lift. On the left as seen from the foot of the mountain, the World Cup men's downhill competition was once held. Furano Zone ". The Furano Ropeway, which connects the total length of 2330m in 5 minutes and 30 seconds, seats 101 people and is seen from the mountaintop at an altitude of 900m. Tokachidake / Daisetsuzan mountain range is a superb view It is a word of. And speaking of the charm of "Furano Zone", A long course with a total length of 4 km that allows you to slide down from the summit to the foot of the mountain at once .. From the best snow quality and exquisite course development, Used in many international competitions including the World Cup It has been.
On the other hand, when viewed from the foot of the mountain, the right hand is " Kitanomine Zone ". It is an area that can be said to be the origin of Furano Ski Resort, which dates back to the 1960s. To the "Kitanomine Zone", you can go up to the summit at an altitude of 943m with a 6-seater gondola instead of a ropeway. The bottom is Even beginners can enjoy it to the fullest An open single burn. The course width is a little narrow at the top For intermediate to advanced users .. Advanced only Non-compacted snow burn " Premium zone Is also in the Kitanomine zone.
What kind of place is "Hokusei Ski Resort"?
"Nakafurano Municipal" Hokuseiyama Lavender Garden "teeth, "Hokusei Ski Resort" in winter It is open as. Winter ski lifts depend on the amount of snow, but every year Open from around the second week of January .. There is only one course, but the upper part has a bumpy slope and the lower part has a gentle slope.
Since 1/3 of the slope is uncompacted, the next morning when it snows Feel like a mini backcountry on the slopes Is also attractive. Sled or Snow tube Etc. can also be rented, so Recommended slopes for families who want to enjoy winter play is.
What kind of place is "Hinode Ski Area"?
"Hinode Ski Area" is about 400m away from the city In the sunrise park The nearest station is Kamifurano Station .. From the station Good location, 15 minutes on foot is. The lift is not a vehicle type, it goes with a disk in the crotch " Shrep lift Climb to the top of the mountain. From the top of the mountain, you can see the cityscape of Kamifurano below, the Furano ski resort in the back, and the magnificent Tokachidake mountain range. Exhilaration is perfect .. Although not large in scale Snowboards, snowscoots, sleds It is a slope where you can easily enjoy various winter sports.
Activity Japan, you can pre-book snowboard lessons, Snowshoes experiences, and tours!
I want to experience skiing and snowboarding in my favorite Furano! But I don't know how to get started ... I recommend it for beginners Skiing or Snowboard of Trial lessons and trial tours is. Recently, I walk on the snow with Western snowshoes (Wakan) Snowshoes Is also popular. If you make a reservation in advance, it will be easier to schedule the day. Full of charm of Furano area even on a day trip You can enjoy it. Please check it.
Take a walk in the winter forest with snowshoes. Shime is an open-air bath with a snowy landscape
Unique to Hokkaido Take a walk through the pure white virgin forest while enjoying the fluffy snow Would you like to try it? Observe snowflakes and find animal footprints on the snow canvas. Enjoy the tranquility and clear air of a winter forest with popular snowshoes. After enjoying playing in the snow to the fullest, Tokachidake hot springs that are 100% flowing from the source What! While looking at the snowy landscape The open-air bath is the best is.
Run through the silver world with a snowmobile!
Pleasure to run through the snowy mountains of silver at a tremendous speed teeth, Snowmobile Unique. It may seem difficult, but if it's an experience tour where the guide will give a lecture, Even beginners can enjoy it with confidence .. Let's take on a higher-grade journey in the silver world.
Unlimited ride plan for snow activities
If you want to enjoy various snow activities at a great price, "Unlimited ride" plan is recommended .. Snow rafting, mini snowmobiles, 4-wheel buggies, fat bikes (biking on the snow), snow tubing, etc. A variety of snow activities doing. Mini snowmobiles are for people over 6 years old and can play bubble balls and soccer on snow. Perfect for families with children is.
[Hokkaido / Bibai] Snow play B plan in the wilderness of Bibai!
A new snow play spot is born in Bibai, one of the most heavy snowfall areas in Hokkaido! Why do not you enjoy full-scale snow activities in the vast snow field?
[Hokkaido / Furano] All-you-can-play winter activity plan! (With hot spring and light meal)
The Snow Activity Plan offers a snowshoe walk through the mountains and a snowmobile experience that you can drive yourself. At lunchtime, there is a fireplace, but you can have a light meal in your room. After your meal, you can play with White Koala's original sled and enjoy playing in the snow in winter! !! After playing, it's natural
Hot spring near the ski resort in Furano
After slipping firmly Hot springs are the best way to recover from fatigue! In fact Furano area with plenty of hot springs .. One-day bath There are many facilities that support, so compare here and there Relaxing hot spring tour It is also good to be fashionable. Here it is near each ski resort Pick up recommended hot springs I will introduce it.
2 recommended hot springs near "Furano Ski Resort"
New Furano Prince Hotel
New Furano Prince Hotel The core facility of Furano Ski Resort .. Hotel hot spring " Shisai no Yu "From the quality of the spring Has the effect of recovering from fatigue It is said to be "iodine-containing-sodium-calcium-chloride spring (alkaline hypertonic low hot spring)". The smooth water that springs from 1,010m underground will heal the tiredness of skiing and snowboarding.
Natural hot spring Shiun no Yu La Vista Furano Hills (Dormy in Chain)
A good location, about a 3-minute walk from JR Furano Station and a 15-minute drive to Furano Ski Resort .. A large public bath with a natural hot spring on the top floor of the hotel Shiun no Yu The quality of the spring is sodium chloride hot spring. Ideal for recovery from fatigue, health promotion, back pain care, etc. is. Tasteful Rock bath, pot bath, sauna Facilities such as are enriched. 3 private baths Yes, in Furano while soaking in the bathtub Mt. Ashibetsu The wide rock bath "Ashibetsu" where you can see Recommended for families It is for me.
Recommended hot springs near Nakafurano "Hokusei Ski Resort"
Furano La Terre
The only hot spring facility in Nakafurano Town .. " Manka no Yu The quality of the spring is sodium-calcium-chloride spring. It is effective not only for recovery from fatigue but also for neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, etc. and is perfect after skiing. is. The hot springs with a feeling of openness are popular, View of Tokachidake mountain range The heart is also healed. After taking a bath, why not spend a relaxing time at the free rest area "Hanahana", which also has a food and drink corner?
4 recommended hot springs near "Hinode Ski Area" in Kamifurano
Fukiage Onsen Recreation Facility Hakuginso
On the hillside of Mt. Tokachi A hot spring inn surrounded by nature so, 100% natural hot spring Can be enjoyed. The scent of wood is refreshing in the indoor bath Hiba's bathtub, hitase hot water, sauna room, rock bath Such. Boast of The open-air bath has a lot of openness There are 4 bathtubs for both men and women. There are also 4 mixed bathing open-air baths where you can take a bath in a bathing suit, which is also popular with families. is. Access is 30 minutes by city bus bound for Tokachidake Onsen from JR Kamifurano Station That's about it.
Fukiage open-air bath
"Fukiage Open-air Hot Spring" was used for shooting a famous TV drama set in Furano and became famous. The quality of the spring that springs from the mountain is gypsum salt spring, which is colorless, transparent, and odorless. 5 minutes walk from Fukiage Onsen "Shiraginso" About. Free mixed bathing, no dressing area .. Women are recommended to wear a bathing suit or wrap a towel in the bath is.
Ryounkaku Yumoto Yumoto Ryounkaku
Approximately 20km by car from JR Kamifurano Station, standing on the hillside of the Tokachidake mountain range, 1,280m The highest hot spring inn in Hokkaido is. The old-fashioned building with a triangular roof has a taste, The charm of a simple hot spring inn .. Draw two sources A free-flowing indoor bath and an open-air bath overlooking the mountains (Sulfate spring) is fully equipped.
Biei Shirogane Onsen
40 minutes by car from Asahikawa Airport , Photogenic " Blue pond Known for Biei hot springs Speaking of "Shirogane Onsen". In the hot spring area, "Aoiike" is said to be the source of "Aoiike". Shirahige Waterfall , And the groundwater that seeps out from between the natural rocks is pouring into the mountain stream vigorously. Although it is a little far from the Furano area, it is a famous hot spring that you definitely want to visit and enjoy along with the beautiful waterfall scenery.
In 1950, Mr. Kakuichi Kogami, who was the mayor of Biei at that time, succeeded in excavating Shirogane Onsen. I thought I found precious platinum in the mud That's why it got this name. The spring quality is a composite spring of magnesium / calcium sulfate spring, chloride spring, hydrogen carbonate spring, and iron-containing spring. Neuralgia, muscle pain, arthralgia, frozen shoulder It is said that it is good for Cane forgetting hot water It is also called. You can enjoy it at the following hot spring facilities.
・ Taisetsuzan Shirokane Kanko Hotel
・ Yumoto Shirogane Onsen Hotel
・ Hotel Park Hills
Recommended activities that you can enjoy besides skiing and snowboarding!
Furano Winter activities other than skiing and snowboarding Is also very fulfilling. Here are some of the many plans.
Enjoy smelt fishing on ice in Minamifurano!
I want to experience it once Smelt fishing on ice .. From Furano City to "Kanayama Lake" Free transfer With this plan with Easily challenge smelt fishing I can do it. The guide prepares in advance for the unexpectedly difficult drilling in the ice. Let's taste the caught smelt and the very popular Furano vegetables with strong sweetness as tempura on the spot ..
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A unique winter experience ☆ Try fishing for smelt at Lake Kanayama, which is completely frozen! We recommend this half-day tour that you can easily experience ☆ Free transportation from Furano city is included, so you can feel at ease! Smelt fishing involves inserting a device (hook) into a hole in the ice and moving the rod frequently to attract bites. All tents and fishing equipment are available here. Drilling holes and attaching bait is surprisingly difficult.
Smelt fishing on a night tour
Enjoy skiing and snowboarding during the day Enjoy smelt fishing on a night tour There is also a hand. In the tent Install the stove .. Enjoy leisurely fishing without worrying about the cold, Hot smelt tempura dinner Please enjoy.
Free flight of hot-air balloon overlooking the Tokachidake mountain range
Overlooking the white silver snowfield, the Tokachidake mountain range, and the Furano basin Leave it to the wind Aerial walk .. It's like I've become a part of Furano's wilderness Impressive moment Is waiting.
Motor paragliders are also safe in tandem
A dazzling world of silver covered with snow Motor paraglider Take a walk. Because it is a tandem flight with the pilot Inexperienced is okay! You can also enjoy a relaxing flight with the engine stopped.
Frequently Asked Questions about Furano in Winter
Q What kind of place is Furano in winter?
A The Furano area is geographically located in the center of Hokkaido, and is a popular tourist spot that is easily accessible from major cities in Hokkaido such as Sapporo and Asahikawa. Due to the basin, the temperature difference is large, and in winter the temperature can drop to nearly -30 degrees Celsius. Furano is famous for its lavender fields that are dyed purple in the summer, but there are also many winter activities to enjoy the cold and snow.
Q Furano ski resort introduction
A The ski resorts in this area, which is extremely cold even in Hokkaido, are characterized by their good snow quality, which is also called "Furano powder". Among them, "Furano Ski Resort", which boasts one of the largest scales in Hokkaido due to its superb view and vast site area, is famous. In addition, there are ski resorts such as the town-run "Hokusei Ski Resort" and "Hinode Ski Resort" that are not large in scale but can be enjoyed at reasonable prices.
Q What do you recommend for Furano in winter?
A Did you know that Furano is actually an area with plenty of hot springs? It is good to stay overnight and soak in hot water at a hotel or inn to heal the tiredness of winter sports, but there are also hot springs full of wildness that do not have a dressing room. There are many facilities that support day trip bathing, so it's a good idea to enjoy the hot springs while comparing them here and there.
Q What activities can you enjoy in Furano?
A In Furano in winter, you can experience various kinds of winter activities such as "snowmobile" that runs through snowy mountains exhilaratingly, "ice smelt fishing" that you can easily challenge unexpectedly, and "hot air balloon" that walks in the air together with nature. I can. Please look for the plan you want on this site that has many activities.
Enjoy winter sports and hot springs in Furano!
Furano where you can enjoy a variety of winter activities on a world-class scenic slope. In this place famous for the finest powder snow, you should be able to slide the best in your history! If you are tired from skiing or snowboarding, take a day trip to the hot springs overlooking the magnificent Tokachidake mountain range. It is a recommended spot where you can fully enjoy the charm of Hokkaido in winter.
* Information such as plans, charges, timetables, and phone numbers is as of December 2020.