Illumination Tour: Furano Elf Terrace, Biei Blue Pond & Shirahige Falls Day Trip
- Gently step on the snowy ground, enter the fairy-tale-like snow monster forest, and dance with the elves.
- In the clear music of the waterfall, feel the pure gift of nature to the soul.
- Stop in front of the lonely Christmas tree, let the snowflakes fall, and the whole world is left with silence.
- Choose one of two travel experiences: Biei Station sightseeing or playing in the snow at Shikisai-no-oka.
- Biei Station sightseeing: the warm street scene of the town, leisurely stroll, find a restaurant to spend lunch time.
- Shikisai-no-oka Snow Land: Run and play in the vast snowfield and feel the pure white dream of winter.
- This itinerary does not include meals, and lunch can be arranged freely according to personal preferences.
- [Notes: Seasonal and lighting differences] The length of daylight hours in Hokkaido in winter will vary significantly depending on the month. From late November to December, the sunset is earlier, and the scenery may appear darker in the evening; after January, the daylight hours gradually lengthen, and the landscape is mostly a brighter daytime appearance. This change in light and shadow is a natural phenomenon, and each season will present a different viewing atmosphere. The actual scenery may also vary depending on the weather and lighting conditions on the day. Please inform the passengers.
What to expect
【Biei】
- Biei Christmas Tree: During winter, the Christmas tree is surrounded by a vast white snowfield. The Christmas tree, standing serenely in the natural snow scenery, appears even more sacred. If access to the Christmas tree is not possible due to weather, traffic control, or safety considerations, the visit will be changed to Ken & Marry Tree. Thank you for your understanding.
- Shirahige Falls: The waterfall stops flowing the moment it encounters the freezing point, and the trees and rocks next to it are covered in white snow. White smoke from the hot springs rises beside it, creating a dreamy and shocking scene, giving the illusion that time has stopped.
- You can choose one of the two options according to your preference, whether it is a town stroll or a snow experience, you can leave unique winter memories of Hokkaido. Itinerary Highlights This itinerary does not include meals, and you can freely arrange lunch time according to the itinerary options: sightseeing in front of Biei Station or Shikisai-no-oka. • Sightseeing in front of Biei Station Stroll through Biei town, feel the leisurely atmosphere and unique street scenes, and choose your favorite restaurant for dining. • Playing in the snow at Shikisai-no-oka Enjoy snow activities on the endless snowfield and feel the fun of the pure white world. In winter, it will be transformed into a snow kingdom. Snowmobiles, snow rafting, and sleds are available for you to choose from, which are exciting and fun! Even if you are a beginner, you can easily get started with snowmobiles, allowing you to fully enjoy the thrill of galloping on the snow.
【Furano】 Hokkaido Furano “Forest Fairy Terrace”, let’s go to the world of snow fairies! In the Forest Fairy Terrace (Ningle Terrace) directly in front of the New Furano Prince Hotel, there are many unique handicraft shops, handmade experience studios and cafes. Along the wooden trail, you will pass 15 log cabins, each with a different decoration theme, which is very distinctive. It is a dreamlike space where fairies seem to appear at any time. There are stairs and long benches on the wooden plank road at any time. You can also sit down and rest during the walk to feel the tranquility in the forest. In the forest lit up at night, scattered triangular log cabins covered with white snow are scattered, and being in it is like entering a fairy wonderland, which is even more fascinating like a fairy tale world.
- Trip length: 10 hours and 10 minutes, but in winter, the return transportation time may be extended due to snow, road closures, traffic jams, etc.
- According to Japanese traffic regulations, day tour buses must travel on fixed routes and cannot get on and off at any location, but you can leave the group at the attractions arranged in the itinerary. If you need to go to other places, please book a taxi yourself or ask the accommodation to help arrange it.
















Good to know
- At Four Seasons Color Hill, snowmobiles are available for a fee from mid-to-late December, and the cost is as shown on the Four Seasons Color Hill website.
- If you are interested in participating in the snowmobile experience, please note the following information: This activity is a paid tour and requires cash payment. Fee Details: 30-minute experience Single rider: 18,000 yen Two-person ride: 24,000 yen If you wish to participate, please inform your tour guide on the day, and the guide will assist you with the reservation. Shikisai-no-oka will be closed from December 31, 2025 to January 1, and the route will be adjusted. The specific arrangement will be based on the arrangement on the day.
- Due to snow conditions, Shikisai-no-oka Snow Paradise may be closed after March 20.
- Infants under 2 years old are free but will not be provided with a seat. If a seat is needed for children of infant age, the adult fare will be charged.
- This activity requires a minimum of 6 people to form a group. If the minimum number is not reached, we will arrange a rescheduling or a full refund.
- This tour does not include lunch. You can choose one of the following two options according to your preferences. During lunchtime, you can freely arrange according to the itinerary: • Sightseeing in front of Biei Station Wander around the town of Biei, feel the leisurely atmosphere and unique streetscape, and choose your favorite restaurant for dining. • Or playing in the snow at Shikisai-no-oka Enjoy snow activities to your heart’s content on the endless snowfield and feel the fun of the pure white world.
- Please abide by the schedule. If you are late, it will be regarded as an automatic cancellation of the trip, and the fee paid will not be refunded.
- Since traffic is greatly affected by the weather, we are not responsible for any subsequent losses caused by delays due to force majeure factors such as traffic jams. Please be aware of this.
- If you need to bring luggage (including strollers and wheelchairs, etc.), please inform us by email in advance so that we can properly arrange vehicle space to make your journey smoother and more comfortable. We will arrange the vehicle type according to the number of people traveling. If the vehicle type can carry luggage 3-5 days before departure, a handling fee and reserved space fee will be charged separately for luggage space and loading and unloading arrangements, which is 1,500 yen per piece (cash only), which is given to the guide before getting on the bus.
- A travel notice will be sent to your email by 5:00 PM the day before departure. Please pay attention to your email at that time (or the junk mail box). It contains the contact information of the tour guide on the day, the license plate number, and detailed information about the itinerary. Thank you.
- If it is impossible to reach the Christmas tree due to weather, traffic control, or safety considerations, we will go to Ken & Marry Tree instead. Please understand.
- If affected by traffic congestion, facility maintenance, etc., the itinerary or stay time of each scenic spot will be adjusted.
- Because of the weather, road conditions and other factors in winter, it is not recommended to arrange other itineraries or expensive dinner reservations, etc. after the return trip on the same day. We are not responsible for compensation if there are any losses.
- No refunds will be given for mid-way participation or early departure. If you have this requirement, please confirm the transportation method yourself and notify doushin165@yahoo.co.jp by email 3–5 days before departure. Please be on time to meet the tour guide at the specified time and place. Failure to arrive on time will be regarded as absence.
- Since the Elf Terrace cannot be reached occasionally due to traffic control, it cannot be predicted in advance and will depend on the situation on the day. Orders with departure dates of 1/6 to 1/11 → The last stop of the itinerary will be adjusted to “Blue Pond Illumination”
- If you have any questions, please contact us: doushin165@yahoo.co.jp




