📝 1. Overview
Farm Tomita is the crown jewel of Hokkaido’s flower tourism scene, best known for its rolling lavender fields that stretch endlessly under summer skies. Located in Furano, this farm is more than just a photo op—it’s an immersive floral wonderland. With colorful flower beds, fragrant souvenir shops, and dreamy soft-serve ice cream, Farm Tomita attracts visitors from around the world during peak bloom (mid-July). Whether you’re there to wander among purple waves or relax with a lavender latte, it’s a Hokkaido must-see.
🌟 2. Highlights
💜 Lavender East & Traditional Fields – Iconic purple blooms with mountain backdrops
🌈 Irodori Field – Rainbow-striped flower bed with panoramic views
🍦 Lavender Soft Serve – Creamy, floral, and photogenic
🏡 Distillery House – Learn how essential oils are extracted from lavender
🧼 Potpourri & Perfume House – Shop handmade fragrant goods
☕ Café René & Farm Shops – Relax with lavender drinks & local sweets
📷 Flower Calendar – Different fields bloom from June to September
💡 3. Tips
📸 Best Photo Spots:
- Center of Irodori Field – full color stripes with mountains behind
- Overlook at Lavender East – sweeping panorama of furano fields
- With lavender soft serve in hand = Insta gold
🕰️ Best time to visit:
- Lavender peak: Mid to late July
- Other flowers: Early June to late September
- Early morning = best light + fewer crowds
👒 Hats, water, and sunscreen highly recommended in summer
🧴 Free scent testers in gift shops—try before you buy
🚌 Weekends can get crowded—go on a weekday if possible
🍽️ 4. Nearby Eats – Top 3 Inside or Near Farm Tomita
- Farm Tomita Lavender Café
🍰 Lavender cake & soft serve with terrace seating
📍Inside main farm complex
🕒 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (seasonal)
🚶 Right by the flower fields - Café René
🥪 Sandwiches, coffee & lavender-infused drinks
📍At the entrance zone
🕒 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🚶 Perfect for a quick break - Popura Farm Melon House (Nearby)
🍈 Famous for melon halves topped with soft serve
📍Hokusei, Nakafurano
🕒 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Summer)
🚗 5 min drive / 20 min walk
🍽️ 4B. Sub-Zone Picks – Explore Farm Tomita by Area
💜 Lavender Field Zone
- Traditional Field – Most iconic view
- Lavender East – Largest field with wide-angle views
- Sakiwai Field – Early blooming variety (June)
🌸 Flower Bed & Seasonal Color Zone
- Irodori Field – Rainbow layout with photo terrace
- Hanabito Field – Daisies, poppies, and seasonal blooms
🏡 Craft & Aroma Zone
- Distillery House – Watch oil extraction in action
- Perfume House – Explore fragrances and DIY kits
- Potpourri House – Handmade gifts and home scents
🚗 5. Access
📍 From Furano Station
🚗 20 min drive or taxi
🚌 Seasonal lavender bus available during peak bloom
📍 From Asahikawa Airport
🚗 ~1 hour drive
🚌 Buses may connect via Furano
📍 From Sapporo
🚗 ~2.5–3 hours via Route 12
🚆 Train to Nakafurano Station → taxi (10 min) or walk (25 min)
📍 Local Travel
🚶 Some fields are spread out—wear comfy shoes
🅿️ Free parking available (can fill during peak season)
🧭 Combine with other Furano-Biei area flower spots