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Furano Resort
Hokkaido
日本 - 北海道 富良野
Furano is in the geographical centre of Hokkaido, at the foot of Japan's highest mountain range. The resort is a powder skiing mecca like other resorts in Hokkaido. Furano actually receives the lightest, driest snow in all of Hokkaido thanks to its central location away from the coastliness.
It is well known for a vigilant and strict ski patrol policy in regards to off piste skiing, but Furano is better known for lots of blue sky days, long, perfectly groomed runs and uncrowded conditions. It also boast modern lift facilities including Japan's fastest cable car.
Two ski fields:
- Furano zone and
- Kitanomine zone
offer 25kms of runs, including a 4km beginners run. Every level of skier is accommodated at Furano, with long, steep runs for the advanced, and easy crusing runs for beginners. Other activities include snowmobiling, dog sled rides, back-country and alpine tours and parasailing behind snowmobiles. Attractions include wineries and cheese factories. We can also book guided tours to nearby resorts Tomamu, Kamui Ski Links and Asahidake. There is plenty of pensione-style accommodation and two Prince Hotels.
Mountain Statistics
| Elevations | |
| Top: | 1209m |
| Base | 235m |
| Vertical Drop | 924m |
| Village height | 235m |
| Lifts | 11 |
| Operation hours | 08:30 am - 9:00pm |
| Ski Season | Nov - May |
| Longest run | 4km |
| Terrain Mix | |
| Beginner | 40% |
| Intermediate | 40% |
| Advanced | 20% |
| Parks & Pipes | Yes |
| Snowmaking | no |
| Average snowfall | 8-9m |
| Night skiing | Yes |
| Ski School | Yes |
Transportation
Furano is apporx 100km from Sapporo and is accessible from both Sapporo New Chitose and Asahikawa airports 旭川空港. Japan Rail operates the Furano Ski Express train from New Chitose Airport plus regular express trains from Chitose Airport via Sapporo to Asahikawa (2 hours). From Asahikawa catch a train or the "Lavender-Go" bus - both options take approx one hour. Buses are also available from New Chitose to Furano during the winter with travel time of approx. 4 hours.
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