Explore Ome with GPS Art: Drawing “青梅” through Nature and Hot Springs✨
Nestled in western Tokyo along the clear waters of the Tama River and framed by the ridges of the Okutama mountains, Ome City offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical charm. Here, you can enjoy a 20km GPS art course that draws the characters “青梅” (Ome) across the map. The course stretches from the Ome City Hall on the western edge to the lush Wakagusa Park on the eastern end, weaving through residential neighborhoods and local streets to form the name of the city itself.
Along the way, participants pass by key landmarks such as JR Kabe Station, a convenient gateway to the area, and the popular local hot spring facility “Kabe Onsen Ume-no-Yu.” Taking a refreshing soak mid-journey offers the perfect combination of walking and relaxation. At Wakagusa Park, with its wide lawns and family-friendly atmosphere, visitors can experience how locals enjoy everyday life in a green and open environment.
The name “Ome” is said to originate from a legend about a plum fruit that drifted to the banks of the Tama River, and even today the area is renowned for its plum blossoms in spring. This course allows walkers to immerse themselves not only in seasonal landscapes but also in the cultural roots and lifestyle of the community.
Though the course spans 20km, making it a bit of a challenge, it rewards participants with a journey that beautifully combines nature, hot springs, and local heritage—an experience that captures the true essence of Ome.
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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.
