Biei

Biei is a town in the Kamikawa region situated at the base of the Tokachidake Mountain Range across rolling terrain. The area is characterized by multicolored flower fields and varied landscape patterns that shift throughout the seasons.

The settlement originated in 1900 when it separated from the neighboring village of Kaguru and became an official town in 1940. This administrative change introduced new organizational structures for farming operations across the region.

The area became known through landscape photography starting in the 1970s, which drew visitors interested in its rural character and natural beauty. The Takushinkan Photo Gallery continues to showcase works that celebrate this connection between art and countryside.

The town can be reached by train from Asahikawa or by bus from a nearby airport, with convenient connections available. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions since the area is open year-round and experiences notable seasonal variation.

The Shirogane Blue Pond holds aluminum particles from landslide prevention structures that give the water its distinctive color. This coloring shifts throughout the day depending on light and weather, creating a constantly changing optical effect.

Location: Kamikawa district

Inception: April 1, 1915

Reference: 014591

Shares border with: Asahikawa, Higashikagura, Higashikawa, Kamikawa, Kamifurano, Nakafurano, Ashibetsu, Shintoku

Website: https://town.biei.hokkaido.jp

GPS coordinates: 43.58833,142.46694

Latest update: December 12, 2025 05:03