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Furano·Biei, Hokkaido — where to start?

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Tax-free & shopping guide

Tax-freeFrom November 1, it switches to a 'refund system.' You pay tax-inclusive prices in stores and get the tax back after a customs check at the airport when you leave. Be sure to bring your passport.

SouvenirsLavender products (oils, sachets), Furano cheese and wine, melon sweets

Shopping tipFarm shops change their hours by season and some close in winter. Shops are spread out, so a rental car helps.

Shopping spots in Furano·Biei
Getting around Furano·Biei

Rental carBiei and Furano's sights are widely scattered, so a rental car is easiest

MainJR Furano Line — in summer, the 'Norokko' sightseeing train (Lavender Farm Sta.)

BusSightseeing loop bus from Biei Sta. (seasonal) and bus tours

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Shopping

Shopping streets & markets in Furano·Biei, Hokkaido · 2

Tax-free shopping changes from November 1, 2026

Instead of tax being deducted at the store, you now pay including tax and get it refunded later.

  1. Show your passport at a tax-free store and pay the tax-inclusive price
  2. When leaving Japan, customs at the airport checks your passport and purchases
  3. Once checked, the store (or a refund agent) refunds the consumption tax

Minimum spend and refund methods can vary by store, so ask before paying.

Local productsFurano·Biei

Furano Marche

フラノマルシェ

A local-products market selling Furano vegetables, cheese, wine and sweets.

Furano Sta.
Local productsFurano·Biei

Farm Tomita Gift Shop

ファーム富田

A farm shop selling lavender oil, soap and sachets.

Nakafurano Sta.

Local products & gift ideas

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SweetsSapporo Susukino

ROYCE' Nama Chocolate

ROYCE' 生チョコレート

Melt-in-your-mouth nama chocolate; it needs refrigeration, so bring a cooler bag.

SweetsSapporo Susukino

Marusei Butter Sandwich

六花亭 マルセイバターサンド

Cookies sandwiching raisins and butter cream.

SweetsOtaru

LeTAO cheesecake

ルタオ ドゥーブルフロマージュ

A soft two-layer cheesecake — an Otaru specialty.

CraftsOtaru

Otaru glassware

小樽ガラス

Glasswork dating back to the oil-lamp era; cups and small ornaments are popular.

Where to buyKitaichi Glass ↗

Most are also sold at souvenir shops in airports and major stations. Check hours and stock via the Google Maps links.