Kitanomine Zone: Furano's Powder Paradise
Experience Hokkaido's best-kept secret: Kitanomine Zone in Furano, where powder snow and stunning views await skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Kitanomine Zone is one of the two main areas of the Furano Ski Resort in Hokkaido, Japan, known for its excellent powder snow and variety of slopes suitable for all skill levels. With a history of hosting international ski competitions, Kitanomine offers a unique blend of challenging terrain and Japanese hospitality.
A brief summary to Kitanomine Zone
- 18-6 Kitanominecho, Furano, Kitanominecho, Hokkaido, 076-8511, JP
- +81167-22-1111
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the Furano Tourism Association website for local events and cultural experiences during your visit.
- Consider hiring a local guide for backcountry skiing to ensure safety and make the most of the terrain.
- Take advantage of the Furano Evening Shuttle Bus to explore dining options in Furano town.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Furano Station, take the Furano [Lavender] Bus. The ride to the Kitanomine Gondola area takes approximately 10 minutes. A single ride will cost around ¥270. Check the bus timetable at the Furano Information Center or your hotel.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available from Furano Station. The taxi ride to Kitanomine Zone takes about 5-10 minutes and costs approximately ¥1,700 to ¥2,500. Ensure you have your destination written in Japanese, as many taxi drivers may not speak English.
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Driving
From the Hokkaido Expressway, take the Takikawa exit. Follow well-maintained roads to Kitanomine Zone, approximately 53 km and an hour's drive from the exit. Free parking is available at the base station. During winter, a 4WD vehicle is recommended.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Konpira Shrine
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Inari Shrine
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Nakafurano Hokuseiyama Lavender Fields
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Nakafurano Flower Park
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Sakiwai Field
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Glass Forest In Furano
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Flower Land Kamifurano
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Ippanshadan Hojin Hokkaido Kitahiro Sight Seeing Information Center
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Kanno Farm
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Dai Kannon of Kita no Miyako park
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Aoi Pond
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Mount Tokachi
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Unmissable attractions to see
Furano Ropeway
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Furano Shrine
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Furano Kan Kan Mura
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Shinfurano Prince Hotel Picnic Garden
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Furano ski resort
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Hokkaido Furano Hokkaido Central Marker
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Ningle Terrace
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Furanogojoo Bridge
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One Cherry Tree of Kamigoryo
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Torinuma Park
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Nakafurano Forest Park
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Hokkaido Landscape Museum
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Farm Tomita
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Farm Tomita Lavender East
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Furano City Museum
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Essential places to dine
Forum Furano
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A la Campagne
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Hokkaido cuisine & Seafood BBQ "Uoman" Furano
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Rincontro
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Dining Kitchen Wonder
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Yuiga Doxon
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Oshokuji to Goenkai no Mise Kumagera
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Furano Jingisukan Hitsuji no Oka
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Mount Cafe SOL
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SORA
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Soup Curry Garaku
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Altezza Tomamu
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Hoshino Resort Tomamu Hotarusutorito
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Camaro Steak Diner
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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Furano Drama Gallery
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Furano Marche
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ハーブガーデン富良野 (HERB GARDEN FURANO)
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Memories of Furano - Gifts and Cafe
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Bieisenka Honten
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HUB HOKKAIDO SELECT SHOP
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Higashi-Kariki Shopping Center
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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CANVAS ROOFTOP
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Au Grenier （オ・グルニエ）
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Cocktail Bar HARADA
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Bar Orb
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The Bow Bar
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Maduro
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Bar Caravel
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the bar nano. femto.
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THE NIKKA BAR
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The Long Bar
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