Snail-Shaped GPS Art at a Famous Hydrangea Spot in a Hot Spring Town🐌
In Gamagōri City, Aichi Prefecture, the “Katahara Onsen Ajisai-no-Sato” (Hydrangea Village at Katahara Hot Spring) is a beloved early summer destination, attracting many visitors during the rainy season. Each June, the “Katahara Onsen Hydrangea Festival” is held, where about 50,000 hydrangea plants bloom across the sloped hillsides, creating a magical landscape that captivates guests. This GPS art course allows you to draw a charming snail (approx. 6 km in total length) by walking around the area near the Ajisai-no-Sato.
Katahara Onsen is a traditional hot spring area that has long been cherished as a healing retreat. Located within this tranquil hot spring district, Ajisai-no-Sato takes full advantage of its naturally varied terrain to present an expansive hydrangea garden. Walking paths and a pond are integrated throughout the park, and during the evening, a captivating light-up display adds to the atmosphere, making it a scenic spot throughout the year.
This snail-shaped GPS art is a perfect motif for early summer, harmonizing with the season of blooming hydrangeas. As you stroll through the peaceful trails surrounded by vibrant flowers, you’ll not only enjoy the natural beauty but also create a unique artwork captured on maps and photos—an ideal memory of your journey.
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A PIONEER IN GPS ART.
1st work was authorized by Guinness World Records as “the Largest GPS Drawing”.
He is the only Japanese person to be featured in a Google documentary as an innovator. He is fascinated by the idea of drawing with GPS and has published more than 2,500 works.
