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The Grape Juice Factory in Furano is a charming vineyard facility where visitors can taste fresh grape juice, learn about local wine production, and enjoy the natural beauty of Hokkaido’s countryside. Known for its rich flavors made from locally grown grapes, this attraction is popular among families, wine lovers, and anyone exploring Furano’s food culture.

What to See & Do

  • 🍇 Enjoy grape juice tasting featuring Furano’s signature blends, often praised for their rich, non-alcoholic intensity and deep natural sweetness ✨ 🏛️
  • 🍷 Walk near the fields for sweeping vineyard views that look particularly majestic during the green summer months and harvest season 🌿 📸
  • 🛍️ Visit the dedicated wine shop to purchase local grape products, including premium juices, jams, and famous Furano wines 🍷 🦁
  • 🏗️ Take a factory tour to observe the grape processing and production lines through observation windows and learn about local cultivation 📜 🍇
  • 🤳 Utilize the beautiful rural scenery and red-roofed factory architecture for photography that captures the rustic soul of Hokkaido 🌄 🎞️

How to Get There

  • 🚕 Hire a taxi for a brief ten-minute journey from the main Furano Station, which is the most reliable way to reach the hilltop factory 🚗 🏁
  • 🚌 Board a local bus (such as the seasonal Furano Kururu Bus) from central Furano, though schedules are limited outside of peak summer months 🚏 🚍
  • 🚗 Drive to the site and take advantage of the free parking available for visitors, offering a scenic cruise up the Shimizuyama hillside 🅿️ 🏎️

Travel Tips

  • 🍇 Try both the white and red grape juices to compare the distinct tartness and sweetness of Furano’s unique varietals 🥂 😋
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Note that this is a great stop for families and non-alcohol drinkers who want to experience “winery culture” without the alcohol 🥤 🍃
  • 🌅 Visit near sunset for beautiful vineyard lighting as the golden hour highlights the rolling hills and the Tokachi mountain range 🕒 🏔️
  • 🧀 Combine your visit with the Furano Cheese Factory for a perfect food-themed day, as they are located within a short drive of each other 🍕 🍷

Suggested Itinerary

  • 11:00 AM – Arrive at the Grape Juice Factory and take a moment to admire the panoramic view of the Furano basin from the parking area.
  • 11:20 AM – Taste the premium grape juices in the tasting area and explore the shop for unique Hokkaido-only gifts and snacks.
  • 12:00 PM – Walk around the vineyard area for photography, capturing the rows of vines against the backdrop of the surrounding peaks.
  • 12:30 PM – Head to the Furano Cheese Factory nearby to enjoy a fresh wood-fired pizza or local milk ice cream for lunch.

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

• Open Daily: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Entry Fee:

• Entry Fee: Free (tasting fees may apply)

Best Time to Visit:

• Best Time to Visit: July–October during grape harvest season

Location

📌Grape Juice Factory, Furano, Hokkaido, Japan

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