Journeys for Knowledge

Today we had to bid farewell to the mountains, and make our way back into the fields towards Sapporo. This would take us through many of the major touristy scenic points in Hokkaido, including the famous Furano lavender fields. Before that however, we passed through farms of all types, growing everything from rice to cows. Ever in the background the tall mountain of Daisetsuzan loomed, partially hidden in the clouds.

Off the main road, we sought another recently popular tourist destination, a blue lake made famous as a background in OSX. The unique blue color of the water comes from aluminum deposits in the flooded soil, supporting the eerie dead trees that rise out of the artificial lake. The lavender and other flower fields of Furano proved to be equally vibrant, though the main strain of lavender had already bloomed a month ago. After a light snack of lavender flavored food, we set off for Sapporo to enjoy our final night in Hokkaido.

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