Journeys in Japan S2012E05 - Furano, Hokkaido - White Wintry World

Furano area in Hokkaido in northern Japan, covered in white snow in winter. Furano is situated right in the center of Hokkaido. As the area is located away from the coast, the air is dry. The dry and very cold weather result in the world's top-grade powder snow that falls in the area. In recent years, that snow quality is drawing attention of ski-lovers around the globe. Deborah Ten visits a snow-covered place actually for the first time in her life, and discovers various charms of snow not limited to skiing.