🐎 Draw a Horse GPS Art around Sapporo Racecourse 🗻
Start the New Year with a creative twist on tradition by joining this 16km GPS art course in Sapporo that draws the shape of a horse across the cityscape. The course begins at Sapporo Racecourse, a prominent venue owned by the Japan Racing Association (JRA). Known for its cool summer meets—including major events like the Hokkaido Summer Jockey Club races—the racecourse is a beloved part of local life. On non-race days, the expansive grounds serve as a public park and community space, making it an ideal starting point for a GPS art adventure in the Year of the Horse.
From Sapporo Racecourse, the course heads toward Hokkaido University, whose historic campus offers tree-lined walks and open spaces that transition beautifully from urban to collegiate landscapes. The course continues through the area around Soen Station, weaving through residential and commercial streets as it heads toward central Sapporo.
Next, walkers will pass the Sapporo City General Hospital and the Sapporo Central Wholesale Market, where the city’s rich food culture comes to life through fresh local produce and seafood. This part of the course highlights everyday life in Sapporo and offers opportunities for quick bites or sightseeing side-trips.
In the latter part of the course, Yachidamo Park provides a peaceful green space for a rest or reflection before the final stretch. The terrain throughout is relatively flat and easy to navigate, making this course suitable for walking, jogging, or running.
As the capital of Hokkaido, Sapporo combines modern city energy with surrounding natural beauty, shaped by its history as a center of development on Japan’s northern frontier. The GPS art course captures this dynamic blend, tying together cultural landmarks, community spaces, and outdoor scenery.
Whether you’re participating in traditional New Year shrine visits or exploring the city in a fresh, interactive way, this horse-shaped GPS art walk offers a memorable start to the year. Chart your own path, connect with your surroundings, and enjoy a uniquely creative way to embrace the Year of the Horse in Sapporo.
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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.
