| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1500 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Closed | Wednesday & Thursday |
| Contact | 0142-87-2688 |
| Notes | Cafe & pastry store, seating 30, outside seating |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the northern shore of Lake Toya, across from the Tourist information centre. 127 Toyamachi, Toyako, Abuta District, Hokkaido 049-5802 |
Lake Toya is a beautiful lake which is a two hour drive south of Sapporo. This scenic area has plenty of camp grounds and hotels. On the northern side of the lake, you can find a great coffee shop which is perfect for a lunch or early dinner. The cafe is across from the Tourist Information Centre, and is also a small walk from the Ko Park Camping Ground making it a popular spot for campers as well as those stopping in for a bite, or a nice cup of coffee. During the warmer season, Cafe Lake Toya has outside seating so you can enjoy scenery.
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The lunch menu, which runs until three thirty in the afternoon, has a nice selection of delicious dishes. On the menu, you can find a beef on rice dish, a tandoori chicken, a beans keema curry, or a vegetarian galette with local vegetables, to name a few. You can enjoy these dishes in homely surroundings and for and extra ¥200 you can get the drink set menu. If you are looking for something small to go with your tea or coffee, Cafe Lake Toya makes some delicious pastries that you can buy at the counter. This cafe is a great spot for lunch with friendly staff!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1000 - ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 11:30 - 14:30 17:30 - 21:00 |
| Closed | Mondays |
| Contact | 0167-22-4338 http://suzukake-furano.com/ |
| Notes | Japanese restaurant, seating 24, private room available, wifi, credit card accepted |
| Location / Getting There | Located in central Furano across from 'Furano Marche 2' shopping area. 8-22 Saiwaicho, Furano, Hokkaido 076-0024 |
While in the scenic town of Furano there are a few restaurants around to check out. Across from the souvenir and food plaza called Furano Marche you can find Suzukake. Suzukake is a nice restaurant that serves up some delicious Japanese dishes using fresh produce from the surrounding areas. There is a nice selection of vegetable and meat dishes plus some succulent seafood dishes which is what Hokkaido cuisine is famous for. This restaurant has seating for couples and small groups. For larger parties, there is a private room that can be hired out plus a special set menu.
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The extensive menu has various Japanese cuisine such as tempura, soba noodles, nigiri sushi, shrimp and cutlet curries, a Furano pork dish, grilled fish, and a delicious Furano vegetable and omelette curry. The servings are large and will please any customer. If you are looking for something to go with your meal, then Suzukake has an equally extensive drink menu. Local beers, sochu, whiskey and a dozen sakes from Hokkaido are all on the menu. Soft drinks are also available. While in Furano, and looking for a Japanese lunch or dinner, Suzukake is a great option.
| Admission | Free |
| Opening Hours | - |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0142-82-5076 |
| Notes | Buddhist temple, sightseeing spot, photography spot, historical landmark |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the northern shore of Lake Toya. Can be found just above the road located north of Route 132 23 Toyamachi, Toyako, Abuta District, Hokkaido 049-5802 |
On the northern shore of Lake Toya you can find Toya Temple and a scenic monument of Hokkaido. They are both just off route 132 and there is a road leading up where you can find parking. Toya Temple is a Shinto shrine that offers scenic views over the lake. The public are welcome to walk around the small grounds here where you can appreciate the statues, architecture, and wooden carvings that surround the temple. The doors to the temple itself are often closed but it’s still a nice area to check out. The temple makes for a nice look in if you are taking a stroll around the path that follows the shore.
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The path that winds around the northern part of the lake that includes sightseeing spots such as Ukimido Park, and Toyako Art Museum & park plus the Ko Park Camping Ground. The whole area is dotted with beautiful sculptures. Along the small access road that leads to Toya Temple, you can also find one of the ‘scenic monuments of Hokkaido’. There are three scenic monuments in Hokkaido, with the other two being in Jozankei, and on the small island of Rishiri. These three scenic monuments were selected in 1923 by the Otaru Newspaper which was one of three main papers in Hokkaido at the time.
| Admission | Free |
| Opening Hours | 8:30 - 18:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 016-739-3939 https://www.farm-tomita.co.jp/ |
| Notes | Flower viewing, souvenir shops, photography spot, parking available, cafe on site |
| Location / Getting There | ✸ From Asahikawa Airport ~ 45 minute drive via National Route 237 ✸ From New Chitose Airport ~ 2 hours 30 minute drive via Higashi-Koukan IC on the Higashi Expressway ✸ From Sapporo city ~ 2 hours 30 minute drive via Hokkaido Expressway Mikasa IC 15号 Kisenkita, Nakafurano, Sorachi District, Hokkaido 071-0704 |
Tomita Farm is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Furano, and is one of the top spots during the spring and summer. It is a huge area that is divided into different fields of stunning flowers, souvenir shops and food stalls. Whether getting to the farm via car, bus, or train you can spend a couple of hours here enjoying the great sights! The flower season starts as early as mid April and goes until early October. The different flowers have different blooming times, though the best times to visit the park are around late June through July.
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The most prominent flowers at the Tomita Farm are the lavender fields which bloom early and are best seen early July. The lavender field here was the first lavender field in Japan and was foundation for Tomita farm. The souvenirs and the numerous shops sell many lavender based products, from soap and scent packs to lavender ice cream! Apart from the lavender, Farm Tomita has various flower fields, a forest covered field, a herb & perennial garden, a greenhouse, and a birch forest. Take your time and enjoy the splendid views as each garden offers colorful beauty.
Getting to the farm by bus
The nearest bus stop is “Nakafurano” (Furano Bus). The Furano Bus (rapid lavender) does eight trips a day. For more information, click on this bus timetable. From Asahikawa station it takes 1 hour and 25 minutes and costs ¥780 one way. From Asahikawa airport it takes 48 minutes at ¥680 one way. The Chuo Bus from Sapporo runs ten times a day. Check here for the Sapporo bus timetable. From Sapporo to the Furano terminal it takes 2 hours and 30 minutes at ¥2,260 one way. From the Furano bus station you can take a taxi which is a fifteen minute ride, or you can take the local train to the farm.
Getting to the farm by train
The local station is “Lavender Hata Station” which is a 7 minute walk from Farm Tomita, or its a 25 minute walk from “Nakafurano Station”.
One way ¥ 3,940
One way ¥ 5,470
| Admission | ¥300 adults ¥200 high school students ¥100 children Free for Toyako townspeople |
| Opening Hours | 10:30 - 16:30 |
| Closed | Mondays November to March |
| Contact | 0142-87-2525 |
| Notes | Local art gallery, parking available, wheelchair access |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the northern side of Lake Toya. 3 minute walk from Toya Mizu-no-eki (Toyasui Station). 35-17 Tōyakoonsen, Toyako, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 049-5721 |
The Toyako Art Museum is a small art museum that can be found by the northern shores of Lake Toya. The museum predominantly displays works from local artists. They have works from sculptors, painters, photographers, and writers. Inside the lovely rooms, there is a collection of first edition books, plus limited edition books from modern and contemporary writers. There is also works of the Village International Sculpture Biennale on display. Whilst looking at the artworks, viewers can also get nice views from the windows that look out directly across the lake.
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Throughout the year, the Toyako Art Museum holds a variety of events, including special exhibitions and mini concerts. Besides the Toyako Art Museum, you can also find a nice little park across the road. The park is home to a historical landmark, being the monument of Okubo Jinnojo. Okubo Jinnojo was a statesman, born in 1849 in Shikoku. He, among other things, used his money for pioneering Hokkaido, especially in the Toya district. To get to the museum and park, you can take a bus from Toyako Onsen bus terminal bound for Toya Mizu no Eki (Toyasui Station). Get off at Toyasui station and it’s a three minute walk from there.
| Admission | Free |
| Opening Hours | 9:00 - 17:00 |
| Closed | Winter |
| Contact | 0167-45-9480 https://flower-land.co.jp/ |
| Notes | Flower viewing, small shop, photography spot, parking available, cafe on site |
| Location / Getting There | It's a 7 minute drive from KamiFurano train station. Located between Biei and Furano. Car is needed to get there. 27 号 Nishi 5 Senkita, Kamifurano, Sorachi District, Hokkaido 071-0505 |
Furano, Naka-Furano and Kamifurano really comes alive during the warmer months with beautiful flowers and delicious food. In Kamifurano you can find Flower Land, which has fantastic views over the fields of flowers with Kamifurano as the backdrop! It is here you can get some great photos on your trip. Entry is free, with a large parking area for cars and tour buses. Inside the large barn, you can find souvenirs, small eatery, locally produced goods, and local produce. Here you can find fresh asparagus, high grade Furano melon, delicious corn, steamed potatoes, and onions, depending on the season.
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On the other side of the souvenir and eatery barn, the fields of flowers await you! There are plenty of paths to walk around and take in the sights. The fields overlook the valley of Kamifurano making for great views. For those who want to take a more leisurely approach, there is a popular tractor bus that goes around the grounds. The journey takes ten minutes, and costs ¥500 for adults, and ¥300 for children. To get to Flower Land, take the 237 National Highway. From Asahikawa or Furano, it’s a thirty minute drive, From Chitose airport or Sapporo, it takes about two and a half hours. Flower land is one of many great spots to take in the natural beauty of the Furano districts.
