Furano 富良野市, Hokkaido Prefecture

Furano (Japanese: 富良野市) is a city on the southern part of Kamikawa subprefecture, in Hokkaido, Japan. It covers an area of 600.97 sq km (232.04 sq mi) and has a population of 24,500 people (2012 estimate).

Furano is a popular domestic tourist destination, on account of its lavender fields, and also because it was the set for the Japanese television drama, Kita no Kuni kara. The city derived its name from the Ainu word "Fura-nui" which means "stinky flame".

Settlers from Mie Prefecture began to settle here in the late 19th century, leading to the founding of Furano Village. As it expanded, it separated into several villages. The present city traces its roots to Shitafurano village, which was given town status, as Furano Town, in 1919. It became Furano City on 1 May, 1966.

Furano City Hall, Furano, Hokkaido

Planning your trip to Furano

There are trains from Sapporo and the New Chitose Airport to Furano. Buses also connect the city with Sapporo.

Kanno Farm, Furano

Sights & Attractions to visit in Furano

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