📝 1. Overview
Nestled in Furano’s green hills, the Furano Cheese Factory is a deliciously educational stop for families, foodies, and travelers seeking a taste of Hokkaido’s dairy culture. This charming facility not only showcases the cheese-making process but also offers hands-on workshops, local milk ice cream, and unique regional cheeses—including their famous “black cheese” made with squid ink! It’s a fun and flavorful addition to any Furano itinerary.
🌟 2. Highlights
🧀 Cheese-Making Displays – Watch the entire process through viewing windows
🥛 Milk Ice Cream & Pizza Café – Farm-fresh dairy in every bite
🍕 Wood-Fired Pizza with Local Mozzarella – Made on-site & oh-so-cheesy
🖐️ Hands-On Workshops – Try your hand at butter or cheese making (reservation required)
🖤 Squid Ink Cheese – Uniquely Furano, creamy with a hint of ocean flavor
🛍️ Cheese Shop – Try before you buy—samples available!
💡 3. Tips
📸 Best Photo Spots:
- Giant cheese statue near the entrance
- Pizza café’s outdoor seating with fields in the background
- DIY workshop room with cute aprons & tools
🕰️ Best time to visit:
- Morning for workshops (usually by reservation)
- Summer for soft serve & green scenery
- Winter for cozy indoor cheese tastings
🧈 Workshop slots fill quickly—book in advance (phone/website)
🎁 Great place to pick up edible souvenirs
🎒 Light food options = perfect pre-lunch stop
🍽️ 4. Nearby Eats – Top 3 Around Cheese Factory
- Furano Cheese Factory Pizza Café
🍕 Stone-baked pizza with local ingredients
📍On-site
🕒 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🚶 Next to cheese shop - Furano Delice
🍰 Cheesecakes, sweets & café views
📍2156-1 Shimo-Goryo, Furano
🕒 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🚗 ~5 min drive - Kumagera Restaurant
🍲 Furano wagyu beef, local hotpots & Japanese-Western fusion
📍3-22 Hinodecho, Furano
🕒 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
🚗 ~10 min drive
🍽️ 4B. Sub-Zone Picks – What to Explore Inside the Facility
🧀 Cheese Experience Zone
- Cheese-making room (viewing only)
- Workshop classroom – DIY butter/cheese fun
- Sampling corner with seasonal cheeses
🍕 Eat & Chill Zone
- Pizza Café – Freshly baked with local milk & cheese
- Soft Serve Counter – Milky, creamy, unforgettable
- Benches with green scenery (great in summer)
🛍️ Shop Zone
- Furano Black Cheese – Only available here
- Cheese snacks & wine pairings
- Vacuum-packed items for easy travel
🚗 5. Access
📍 From Furano Station
🚗 ~10 min drive or ~20 min by bike
🚌 Occasional local buses available
📍 From Farm Tomita
🚗 ~15 min via Route 298
📍 From Asahikawa Airport
🚗 ~1.5 hours via Route 237
📍 Local Travel
🚲 Rental bikes available in Furano town
🅿️ Free parking on-site
🧭 Combine with Furano Jam Garden or Wine House for a half-day food tour