Exploring Asahiyama Zoo Biei Blue Pond Flower Fields of Furano

Explore popular spots in the Asahikawa, Biei, and Furano areas with a well-rounded day trip plan. Visit Asahiyama Zoo, famous for its "behavioral exhibits" that allow you to see animals in their natural behaviors, offering a unique experience of vitality and presence. Admire the vast, scenic landscapes of Biei Patchwork Road, where fields divided like a chessboard create a patchwork quilt of crops. Enjoy iconic views, including the Seven Star Tree and the Ken and Mary Tree, often featured in advertisements. Take a stroll around the Blue Pond in Biei, known for its mystical cobalt blue color, formed as a natural phenomenon after the eruption of Mount Tokachi. The area is mesmerizing, and the river water is also blue when you venture further. And, explore the flower fields at Farm Tomita in Furano, famous for its colorful landscapes and seasonal flower displays, especially lavender, which blooms from mid to late July. You’re sure to be satisfied!

1. 1

   Iwamizawa Service Area Outbound

   15 min

   Break

2. 2

   Shirogane Blue Pond

   30 min

   Visit the mysterious pond where the water surface appears blue.

3. 3

   Patchwork no Michi

   Pass by

   View the Parent and Child Tree, the Seven Star Tree, the Ken and Mary Tree, and other trees, as well as the patchwork fields, from the bus window.

4. 4

   Asahiyama Zoo

   2 hours

   Fully enjoy ASAHIYAMA ZOO, which became immensely popular for its 'behavioral exhibits' that allow you to experience the adorable animals in their natural state right before your eyes!

5. 5

   Farm Tomita

   30 min

   Stroll through a field of colorful flowers in full bloom and a lavender field.

6. 6

   Sunagawa Service Area Inbound

   15 min

   Break

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.