Walk and Draw “HOT” Near Tajimi Station South Exit and Shopping Street✨
This GPS art course, approximately 4km in length, takes you from the south exit of Tajimi Station through the nostalgic “Tajimi Nagase Shopping Street,” drawing the word “HOT” as you walk. The route is designed to be short, perfect for the hot summer season, allowing participants to enjoy a pleasant stroll while experiencing the charm of the town.
Tajimi City is renowned as a major production area for Mino ware, with a rich tradition of ceramic culture. Around the station, you’ll find galleries and pottery shops where you can appreciate the beauty of Mino ceramics. The “Tajimi Nagase Shopping Street,” with its retro architecture and locally-owned stores, provides a glimpse into the city’s historical atmosphere.
Tajimi is also known as one of Japan’s hottest cities, with summer temperatures often exceeding 40°C. For this reason, the area around the station offers numerous rest spots and cafes, ideal for cooling down during your walk. The mix of modern architecture and retro streetscapes around the south exit highlights the unique character of Tajimi.
This GPS art course loops around the shopping street from the south exit, allowing you to “draw” the word “HOT” with your footsteps. It’s a quick and satisfying activity, making it a great option to combine with sightseeing.
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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.
