A lavender park that turns into a ski slope
As the symbol of Nakafurano Town, this hillside park blooms with colorful flowers in summer and becomes a playground for skiers and snowboarders in winter. In summertime, you can take the 7 minute single-chair lift ride to the top of Hokuseiyama. From the chair lift you feel as though you are floating above a flower carpet. From the top, you can marvel at the sight of the Tokachidake mountain range and the beautiful agricultural landscape of Furano Basin.
This hillside is also the venue of the Nakafurano Lavender Festival, the town’s biggest event in mid July. In winter, this hill becomes a course that welcomes and challenges skiers and snowboarders. One third of the slope is unpressed snow and suited for medium skill level players. The Winter Festival is held here in early February. Besides the usual winter sports, you can also enjoy sliding down the designated slopes on sleds and snow tubes for rent. Note: Please be prepared with winter clothes and jackets as we don’t offer any for rent).
| Name | Choei Lavender Park and Hokuseiyama Ski Area |
|---|---|
| TEL | 0167-44-3939 (Hokusei House) / 0167-39-3033 (Office) |
| Address | Miyamachi 1-41, Nakafurano-cho MAP |
| Map Code | 349 276 031 |
| Hours | [2019 summer operation] [2019 winter operation] Expected to open mid-January but may be changed due to the snow condition. Daytime opening hours: |
| Price | [Summer Lift Ticket] [Winter Lift Ticket] (adult/child) [Play tools for rent] |
| Parking | 50 car slots in summer |
| Notes | ※This is a single-chair lift; therefore, it is not allowed for anyone to hold a child or pet on lap or backpack for the safety reason. For your reference, there are some 5 and 6 year old children who are able to ride alone on this single chair lift. However , not all children that young are able or willing to do so. For your child's safety, please discuss this to make sure they understand how to get on and off and hold on during the ride without being scared. Thank you for your understanding. |
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