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Biei Shirogane Birke Roadside Station ( 道の駅 びえい｢白金ビルケ｣ ) is one of the roadside stations spread throughout Hokkaido Prefecture. It is located at Shirogane in the town of Biei, Kamikawa District in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Biei Shirogane Birke Roadside Station Biei Shirogane Birke Roadside Station Details The Biei Shirogane Birke Roadside Station , officially registered on April 25, 2018, under Registration No. 122, has become a favorite haven for travelers. Its name, " Birke ," translates to "white birch" in German, a nod to the picturesque white birch trees that gracefully surround this tranquil spot. Biei Shirogane Birke Roadside Station - Biei town, Hokkaido Prefecture Conveniently located along Shirakaba-Kaido Street , it serves as a perfect rest stop on the way to the iconic Shirogane Blue Pond . Visitors will find an array of shops and food stalls within the station’s grounds, offering a delightful experience for those passing through.  Biei Shirogane ...

Hinode Park ( 日の出公園 ) is a vast public park known for its seasonal lavender flowers and illumination festival. It is located at 27-go Higashi 1-sen Kita in the town of Kamifurano in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Hinode Park Revisited 2023 Hinode Park Details Hinode Park,  in the town of Kamifurano, is a captivating destination that seamlessly blends breathtaking scenery with a rich history rooted in agriculture. Established in 1967 as the Hinodeyama Ski Resort , this vibrant recreational and cultural space has evolved into one of Hokkaido’s premier attractions, renowned for its expansive lavender fields, panoramic vistas, and family-friendly facilities. Hinode Park - Kamifurano Town, Hokkaido Prefecture From Ski Slopes to Lavender Gardens The park's journey began in the late 1960s when the Kamifurano Promotion Public Corporation acquired the 250-meter-high Hinodeyama hill. Initially developed as a ski resort in 1970, the area soon adopted a new identity. By 1977, around 2,0...