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The First Sign of Spring - Tractors on the Hills

Biei in early spring... fresh green, and earthy hills. Suddenly, a tractor crests the hill with a rumble. Biei's winter is long. From December to April, snow is piled high on the hills. During this time, Biei's farmers enjoy a wel...

A Town Shared With Wildlife

Bright-Eyed and Bushy-Tailed Biei town is actually spread over an area of around 6772km and has a population of around 10,000 people, giving it a population density of around fifteen people per square kilometre. To put that into p...

Tokachidake Geopark

Welcome to Japan's newest Geopark... Tokachidake Geopark, Biei-Kamifurano Area! On 28th January 2022, Biei and our neighbouring town Kamifurano received some wonderful news... Tokachidake Geopark was recognised as an official Japa...

Daisetsuzan National Park - Playground of the Gods

Just a short drive from Biei lies Hokkaido's largest national park. The Daisetsuzan area in central Hokkaido was declared a national park in 1934. Under the protection of the Japanese government, nature has thrived here for many y...

Traditional Japan in Biei

Enjoy a sense of Japan in Biei. Historically speaking, Hokkaido has only recently become a part of Japan, officially annexed into the country in the mid-late 1800s. This means that across much of the region, it can be hard to find...

Rainy Days in Biei

What should I do on rainy days in Biei? "I want to cycle around the patchwork hills and take Insta-ready pictures at Biei's top sightseeing spots! But I wasn't expecting it to rain from the moment I got here..." For those occasion...

Love is in the Air! Biei's Hidden Hearts

Did you imagine Biei could be such a romantic place? Rolling hills have made Biei a very popular setting for romance movies and dramas over the years. Indeed, our scenery does captivate the heart—it's the perfect backdrop for a lo...

Biei's Blossoms

A Sign of Spring - Cherry Blossoms "Oh no! I can't go to see cherry blossoms in March or April..." Cherry blossoms are Japan's national flower and are loved within the country. They appear in ancient poems and literature and featu...

All About Asparagus

Ahh, asparagus... Who doesn't like asparagus? We love asparagus here in Biei. It is one of our top exports and is among the tastiest you'll find in Japan. It has been grown in Biei for an estimated 40 years. In warm weather, the b...

Asparagus, the distinctive food in Biei

Biei is one of the largest producers of asparagus in Hokkaido. Asparagus is available in local restaurants, cafes and souvenir shops. Biei town produces the biggest shipment volume of agricultural products among all individual agr...