Summer Only] Why don't you enjoy the magnificent scenery from a slow-moving train? Furano-Biei Norokko-go] [JR Furano Line

  • Hokkaido
  • Sightseeing
Furano-Biei Norokko-go-Taken on July 26, 2022

Furano-Biei Norokko-go, a sightseeing train running in the Furano and Biei areas for a limited time only.

The popular sightseeing train "Furano-Biei Norokko-go" is now in operation in the Furano, Biei, and Asahikawa areas!

This is a sightseeing train pulled by a diesel locomotive, which is rare in Japan, and it is a trolley train running with a view of the hills of Furano and Biei and the mountains of heavy snow.
The train is in operation only from June to August, and a temporary station "Lavender Field Station" is also available during this period.

What kind of train is it?

Summer sightseeing train Furano-Biei Norokko-go

Lavender decorations inside the train are a unique treat in the Furano and Biei area!

Lavender decorations in full bloom!

When you get on the Norocco train, lavender decorations will welcome you.

It makes you feel like you are on a trip.

Enjoy the breeze and scenery from the open windows!

There are seats facing the window and box seats with tables.

The windows are very large, so you can fully enjoy the scenery from the train windows.

At some "highlights" along the route, announcements are made and the train speed is slowed down.
It is safe to take pictures without missing anything.

You will be able to relax and enjoy the view of nature while feeling the breeze through the open windows!

Let's take a good look at the "highlight points" where you will be driving slowly!

We could see a house with a red roof through the window!

The train runs slowly and leisurely through the magnificent nature of Hokkaido.

The "red-roofed house" seen from Biei Station to Bibaushi Station has become famous through commercials and other media.

The blue sky, white clouds, and a red-roofed house in the middle of the hill make you feel as if you are traveling in a fairy tale world!
It is as if you are traveling in a fairy tale world!

Why don't you take a commemorative photo to leave your memories?

A popular photo board!

Inside the car, there is a board where you can take commemorative photos.

Let's go around the train!

A Daruma stove that uses coal.

There is also a nostalgic Daruma stove!

There is also a popular ride certificate!

When you board the train, you will receive a certificate from the conductor!
The back side of the certificate

Lavender decorations are all over the train! There is a heartfelt "hospitality"!

There is a heartfelt "hospitality" with many lavender decorations such as flowers in full bloom and wreaths.
The train will make you feel like traveling even before you get off the train in the Furano and Biei area!
Lavender wreath
Lavender decoration in full bloom.

Enjoy Furano and Biei by riding a sightseeing train full of attractions!

You will feel the charm of "Furano and Biei area" while viewing the great nature, Mt. Furano, Mt. Tokachi, and lavender decorations all over the train from the open windows!
It was an enjoyable train trip on the JR Furano Line, listening to birdsong inside the Norocco train and experiencing the atmosphere of Hokkaido, which is more than just seeing.

This summer, why not take the Furano-Biei-Ei Norokko-go and leisurely enjoy the beautiful nature while feeling the Hokkaido breeze?

*Please check the JR Hokkaido official website for operation dates and times.
https://www.jrhokkaido.co.jp/travel/furanobiei/train/index.html

All photos: Taken on July 26, 2022
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