Biei Town

Biei is a small town in Hokkaido, which is known as the most beautiful rural area in Japan due to its hilly scenery and summer flower fields. Biei has a variety of tourist resources, including farmland, forests, mountains, waterfalls, and hot springs, allowing visitors to fully experience the different charms of different attractions in different seasons and enjoy the natural scenery, which is breathtakingly beautiful.

Top Attractions to Visit in Biei Town

1. Patchwork Road

The Patchwork Road in Biei Town

Patchwork Road is a field road located among numerous fields in Biei. Each field is planted with a different crop, resembling a patchwork quilt, hence the name Patchwork Road. Because of its beautiful scenery, it is often used as a filming location in TV commercials. The best way to explore is by bicycle, allowing you to enjoy the picturesque views and feel the gentle breeze.

2. Panoramic Flower Gardens Shikisai-no-oka

A flower land in Biei

Panoramic Flower Gardens Shikisai-no-oka is a vast flower field spanning an area of approximately 15 hectares (37 acres). From early May to October each year, over 30 kinds of vibrant flowers form a natural palette of colors, beautifully blooming. Taking a sightseeing bus tour, strolling, or riding a hot air balloon are all good ways to enjoy the scenery so that you can appreciate the beautiful rainbow flower sea from different angles. Additionally, the park features an alpaca ranch where visitors can interact with these adorable animals.

Ticket: 500 yen
Opening hours: 09:00 - 18:00

The Shirogane Blue Pond in Biei

3. Shirogane Blue Pond

Shirogane Blue Pond is located in the southeast of Biei, where the turquoise water and white birch forests with standing dead trees intertwine with nature to create a mysterious scene that captivates the eye, making it a very popular tourist attraction. Its color changes with the season, displaying shades of blue-green, emerald green, and cobalt blue. Shirogane Blue Pond has even been included in the desktop wallpaper of Apple MAC computers, and its stunning scenery has thus gained worldwide fame.

4. Shirahige Waterfall

Shirahige Waterfall, measuring approximately 30 meters (100 feet) in height and 60 meters (200 feet) in width, is one of the rare waterfalls in Japan, falling down like a beautiful white beard. The water from the mountain rocks cascades down in splashes, especially the water mist created by the winter waterfall falling down will form a dreamy mist ice, which is super impressive.

5. Panorama Road

Panorama Road, along with the Patchwork Road, is one of the two major scenic roads in Biei. The Panorama Road refers to the fact that the view from this road is extremely wide, allowing you to see vast rolling hills and fields without any obstructions, providing a panoramic view.

6. Seven Star Tree

In 1976, the photos of this tall cypress tree, along with its surrounding beautiful scenery, were used in the packaging of Japan's Seven Star cigarettes and became famous, earning the name “Seven Star Tree.” Standing on a hill in the town of Biei, it offers a breathtaking view of the blue sky and white clouds, showcasing the beauty of nature. It is one of the scenic spots along the Patchwork Road.

7. Family Tree

On a hillside, three cypress trees stand close together, with two large trees flanking a smaller one. From a distance, they look like parents with a child, hence the name “family tree.”

Highlight Activities in Biei Town

1. Miyaama International Ski Marathon

Date: Every February

The Miyaama International Ski Marathon is held annually in Biei, where participants can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the rolling hills and the city of Biei while skiing. In addition to the competitive route, the event also offers an amateur route for those who are interested. The marathon route runs along the beautiful snow-covered hills and the city of Biei, making it a truly spectacular sight.

The flower land in Biei Town

2. Snowmobile Race

Date: The first Sunday of March every year

In the first Sunday of March, the Snowmobile Race will be held at the Biei Chomin Ski Area, where you can watch the exciting and thrilling performances of snowmobile racers.

3. Health Marathon Competition 

Date: Early June

The 42 kilometers (26 miles) marathon route from Shirogane Onsen to Biei City is breathtakingly beautiful with flower fields and farmland along the way.

Tourists in Biei Town

4. Agricultural Festival

Date: Mid-August every year

During the Agricultural Festival, there are various activities during the day, such as folk song performances, karaoke contests, and other competitions. In the evening, there is a costume contest where each team comes up with unique and creative costumes, and then they all dance together in unison to the same rhythm, creating a lively atmosphere.

Best time to Visit Biei Town

The best time to visit is summer, when the variety of flowers is greatest and they bloom at their best.

How to Get to Biei Town

Start	Way	Required time
Asahikawa Airport	Take the lavender bus to Biei.	15 minutes
Asahikawa Station	Take the Furano Line and get off at Biei Station.	40 minutes
Furano Station	Take the Furano Line and get off at Biei Station.	50 minutes

Recommended tour time: 1 day

Admission fee: Free admission

Opening time: All day