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Visiting autumn leaves viewing spots, eating seasonal delicacies and staying at a cozy hot spring inn–these are idyllic ways for the Japanese to spend an autumn weekend.  Hokkaido Island is the first place in Japan where we can see the leaves change from yellow to red and experience great natural scenery, relaxing hot springs, and Ainu culture.

In the summer, lavender viewing is one of the top attractions in Hokkaido.  Lavender is from a group of herbs native to the Mediterranean coast.  It is difficult to grow in areas of high temperature and humidity, but the climate of Furano provides ideal conditions for growing lavender, making it the symbol of Furano.  Both public and private lavender fields extend along Furano City, and the whole hillside turns into a mass of violet in the peak season.  Lavender has been cultivated in Hokkaido for more than half a century.