Snail-Shaped GPS Art on Kisai Hydrangea Road🐌
Experience the charm of early summer by walking a 6-kilometer snail-shaped GPS art course along the scenic Kisai Hydrangea Road in Kazo City, Saitama. Stretching for about one kilometer, this hydrangea-lined path is home to approximately 1,500 vibrant blooms, making it a beloved walking destination during Japan’s rainy season. As you stroll, the colorful array of hydrangeas soothes the soul and offers a serene, picturesque escape.
The course begins at Shiroyama Park, built on the site of the historic Kisai Castle, and winds through local neighborhoods and pastoral landscapes. Designed to form the shape of a snail, the route utilizes the area’s gentle terrain to create an engaging and whimsical experience. Shiroyama Park offers glimpses into the past, while nearby cultural sites like the local history museum enrich your journey with deeper context.
This GPS art blends nature, history, and the seasonal icon of the snail to offer a relaxing, reflective walking experience. Come explore this quiet hydrangea road and refresh your mind and body with each step you take along this unique artistic path.
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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.
