JR Lavender Express
The JR Lavender Express train service from Sapporo Station directly to Furano began 2023 service today.
The first train pulled in precisely at 9:45, having left Sapporo at 7:41. This is a fast, comfortable way to visit Furano from Sapporo. After arriving in Furano, there is a connecting local train that departs from the adjacent track at 10:01 which stops at Nakafurano, the closest regular station to Farm Tomita.
The Lavender Express returns to Sapporo in the afternoon, departing Furano at 16:51, arriving in Sapporo at 18:50.
The Lavender Express will run June 10 and 11, and then daily service will begin June 17 until the end summer.