Furano Huanhan Village Winter Guide: Dreamy Snow Country Wonderland Guide

Furano Huanhan Village Winter Guide: Complete Guide to the Dreamy Snow Country Wonderland⛄️

The most dazzling ice and snow fairy tale world on winter nights in Hokkaido, accessible for just 300 yen!

In Hokkaido’s winter, when Furano’s lavender fields are covered in pure white snow, a magical ice and snow park quietly appears—this is Furano Huanhan Village. Located inside the New Furano Prince Hotel, Huanhan Village is a winter-only dreamy snow park, open annually from late December to the end of February. When night falls, colorful lights illuminate the snowfields, making it an excellent spot for visitors to experience the romance of Hokkaido’s winter.

✨ Highlights and Unique Experiences

Magical Light Show and Snow Art

The most impressive feature of Huanhan Village is its nighttime lighting design. As the sun sets, thousands of LED lights decorate the snowfields into a colorful, dreamy world. Green, pink, blue... various colors of lights reflect on the snow, creating a dazzling fantasy space. The ice lanterns, ice sculptures, and snow sculptures here are also must-see artistic sights. Especially the uniquely shaped ice sculptures, which look even more stunning under the lights, making perfect backgrounds for commemorative photos.

Snow Activities

Snow tubing is one of the most popular activities at Huanhan Village! The ticket includes one free ride, and each additional ride costs only 100 yen. Sit on a glowing large tire and slide down the snowy slope, feeling the joy of winter nights with speed and excitement. Notably, this place has Japan’s longest snow tubing slope, offering a thrilling experience.

Dog sledding (2,500 yen) gives you a chance to enjoy Hokkaido’s traditional winter sport. Led by two friendly Siberian Huskies, you’ll race across the snowfields. Although these dogs look brave and powerful, they are gentle in nature and you can even interact and take photos with them after the experience.

Snow boating/banana boat (2,500 yen) is another exciting snow activity. Ride a banana boat-shaped vessel sliding on the snowfield, with staff adjusting the speed according to passengers’ preferences. There are smooth rides suitable for families as well as thrilling curved tracks.

Unique Snow Igloo Café

Inside Huanhan Village, there is a “Snow Igloo Café” entirely made of snow, including chairs, tables, and counters. Sitting on ice chairs covered with fluffy fur, enjoying a hot coffee or cocoa is a unique pleasure only possible in such a cold climate. The menu offers not only hot drinks but also cold beverages, beer, cider, and other alcoholic drinks.

🎫 Practical Information at a Glance

Opening Hours and Ticket Prices

· Season: Late December to the end of February annually (2024-2025 season: December 21 to February 28)
· Hours: 16:00–19:30 (last admission)
· Admission: 300 yen per person (includes one snow tubing experience)
· Children: Free for elementary school age and below (must be accompanied by a guardian)
· Hotel Guest Privilege: Guests staying at New Furano Prince Hotel can enjoy free access

Payment and Reservation Info

· Payment: Cash only, please prepare Japanese yen in advance
· Reservation: No reservation required for entry, tickets can be purchased on-site

💡 Helpful Tips for Visiting

Best Visiting Strategy

Although Huanhan Village is not large, it offers many activities. It is recommended to stay about 0.5 to 1 day. To fully enjoy all activities, arrive shortly after opening (around 16:00) to avoid crowds. Since all activities take place at night, planning the order is important: start with snow tubing and banana boat, then dog sledding, and finally rest at the snow igloo café, enjoying hot drinks and the snow scenery under the lights.

Clothing and Gear Suggestions

Winter night temperatures in Hokkaido can drop to -10°C or lower, so staying warm is essential:
· Wear multiple layers of warm clothing, with a windproof and waterproof outer layer
· Prepare warm, non-slip snow boots
· Wear gloves, scarves, and warm hats
· Consider using heat packs for extra warmth
· Although the night lights are beautiful, you may need to adjust camera settings for the best photos

Nearby Attractions for Combined Visits

Huanhan Village is located inside the New Furano Prince Hotel and can be combined with several nearby attractions:

· Fairy Terrace: A cluster of forest cabins within walking distance, especially dreamy in winter
· Garden of the Wind: An English-style garden inside the New Furano Prince Hotel, beautiful with summer flowers and charming winter snow scenes
· Shikisai no Yu: After visiting, enjoy an open-air hot spring at the New Furano Prince Hotel’s “Shikisai no Yu” to warm up

The following itinerary plans a perfect one-day tour combining Huanhan Village with nearby attractions:

```mermaid
flowchart TD
Start[Furano Winter One-Day Tour] --> Morning
Start --> Afternoon
Start --> Evening

subgraph Morning[Morning Activities]
A1[**Furano Ski Resort** Skiing or snow activities] --> A2[**New Furano Prince Hotel** Lunch and rest]
end

subgraph Afternoon[Afternoon Activities]
B1[**Fairy Terrace** Explore forest cabins] --> B2[**Garden of the Wind** Enjoy snow scenery and winter views] --> B3[**16:00** Arrive at Huanhan Village]
end

subgraph Evening[Evening Activities]
C1[**Huanhan Village Snow Activities** Snow tubing/dog sledding] --> C2[**Snow Igloo Café** Enjoy hot drinks and rest] --> C3[**Snow photography under lights** Capture dreamy moments] --> C4[**Shikisai no Yu Hot Spring** Relax and unwind]
end
```

🚌 Transportation Guide

By Car

Set your navigation destination to “New Furano Prince Hotel.” Huanhan Village is located within the hotel grounds at a special venue next to Fairy Terrace. Parking is available at the hotel.

Public Transport
· Take the Furano Bus “Lavender” from Asahikawa Airport, about 1 hour 20 minutes
· There is a free shuttle bus between Sapporo Prince Hotel and New Furano Prince Hotel (reservation required, for hotel guests only)

💎 Summary

Furano Huanhan Village is one of Hokkaido’s most enchanting winter night snow parks, attracting visitors with its brilliant lights, diverse snow activities, and unique snow igloo experience. For just 300 yen admission, you can enjoy the fun of winter nights in this dreamy ice and snow world.

Whether you are thrill-seeking youth or a family with children, everyone can find their own joy here. When traveling in Hokkaido in winter, don’t miss this magical ice and snow village open only on winter nights!⛄️✨
Furano Huanhan Village