15 Best Winter Biei Tours

Biei’s farms disappear under snow in winter, leaving the famous trees standing alone on clean white hills. It’s the most photogenic season and the coldest, often minus fifteen or lower at dawn.

4.Hokkaido Winter Hot Spots | Asahiyama Zoo, Shirohige Waterfall, Shirogane Blue Pond, Biei Christmas Tree One-Day Tour (Departing from Sapporo)

See Asahiyama Zoo, Biei’s Christmas Tree, Shirahige Waterfall, and Blue Pond on a long winter day trip from Sapporo.

★ 4.7

“Our tour guide, James, was very lively and enthusiastic. He would introduce the attractions before we arrived, but sometimes he started a bit too early. He often talked continuously for 25-30 minutes while we were still on the way, so we didn't get much rest…”

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5.Departing from Sapporo: Furano & Biei Winter Day Tour | Shikisai-no-Oka Snow Play

From Sapporo, see Biei’s Christmas Tree, Shikisai-no-Oka, Shirahige Waterfall and Ningle Terrace on a winter day trip with transport included.

★ 5.0

“Our tour guide was from Hong Kong, and their seamless transition between three languages was very professional. It was great to hear Cantonese. The weather was lovely, and the Blue Pond and lavender fields were absolutely beautiful. This is a must-visit every time I go…”

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6.Shirogane Blue Pond & Ningle Terrace Dual Illumination & Dusk Christmas Tree & Shirahige Waterfall & Shikisai-no-Oka Winter Dual Illumination Day Tour

See Biei’s winter sights on a guided day trip, from Shikisai-no-Oka and Shirahige Falls to Blue Pond and Ningle Terrace after dark.

★ 4.8

“Had a wonderful time on this tour. Great service, beautiful locations, and very professional staff. Everything was on time and exceeded my expectations. I would definitely book with them again”

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7.Sapporo Asahiyama Zoo & Shikisai no Oka Winter Tour

See Asahiyama Zoo’s winter animals, Biei’s snowy fields and Ningle Terrace on a long day tour from Sapporo, with optional snowmobiling.

★ 4.6

“We had an incredible day trip to furano and biei led by our guide, Sunny. From the very beginning, communication was smooth and professional. Sunny arrived exactly on time at the meeting point, which made the start of our journey stress-free. What truly set this…”

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8.Hokkaido 1-Day Highlights Tour: Asahiyama Zoo, Biei Blue Pond, Ningle Terrace (Departing from Sapporo – optional winter snowmobiling – multiple routes available)

Compare Hokkaido’s summer flower-field route with its winter zoo and snow stops, including Blue Pond, transport, timing, and what to expect.

★ 4.7

“The itinerary was well-arranged, and the tour guide provided excellent explanations.”

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9.Hokkaido Winter Full-Day Tour | Penguin Walk, Platinum Blue Pond, Shirahige Falls, Forest Elf Terrace | Departure from Sapporo, Chinese and English Tour Guide

See Asahiyama Zoo’s winter penguin walk, Biei’s blue pond and Shirahige Falls on a long, guided Hokkaido day trip.

★ 4.8

“The arrangements before and during the trip were well-organized. There were also great explanations of the places we visited, and the journey was very enjoyable.”

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11.Hokkaido Winter Exclusive: Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo & Internet-Famous Christmas Tree & Shirogane Blue Pond & Ningle Terrace One-Day Tour | Depart from Sapporo

Compare Hokkaido’s winter day-trip routes from Sapporo, from Asahiyama Zoo and Biei’s snowy fields to Blue Pond lights and Ningle Terrace.

★ 4.5

“Small groups mean less waiting. The driver on this trip was very nice and friendly. He also made sure we had eaten and used the restroom, and took us to 7-11 along the way, always waiting for us.”

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13.Hokkaido Asahikawa Furano Seasonal One-Day Tour: Shikisai-no-Oka Flower Viewing/Winter Asahiyama Zoo/Biei Blue Pond & Ningle Terrace Illumination

Compare this Sapporo day trip’s flower fields, Blue Pond, waterfall and Ningle Terrace, with practical advice on timing, seasons and package choices.

★ 4.7

“This was a wonderful trip. The tour guide Ting Ting gave a very professional introduction, and it was great value for the money.”

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14.Hokkaido Four Seasons One-Day Tour: Summer Hokuryu-cho Sunflowers, Autumn Asahidake Autumn Leaves, Winter Biei Furano Illumination

Compare Hokkaido’s sunflower, autumn and winter day-trip options from Sapporo, with practical advice on timing, transport, costs and route details.

★ 4.8

“Ms Li Yang was a great guide and driver, even though the sunflower farm was far away but the journey was smooth and comfortable. Definitely enjoyed the sunflower village, farm tomita and ningle terrace. Please have more sunflower tours, thank you! 🤩”

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15.(Hokkaido Winter Illumination) Blue Pond Illumination & Ningle Terrace & Shirahige Waterfall & Shikisai no Oka & Biei Christmas Tree One-Day Tour (Departing from Sapporo)

See Biei’s winter sights on a Sapporo day tour, from Ningle Terrace and Shirahige Waterfall to the Blue Pond’s evening illumination.

★ 4.9

“Being able to sleep during the journey was a huge help. It was a bit disappointing that there was no illumination during certain seasons, and the Blue Pond is apparently only blue in the summer, so I wondered about the illuminated Blue Pond. However, overall,…”

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