Draw “HOT” with GPS Art in Obihiro — One of Japan’s Hottest Cities✨
Obihiro City in Hokkaido recorded its highest-ever local temperature of 38.8°C on July 24, 2025, making it one of Japan’s hottest cities. This GPS art course lets you draw the word “HOT” over a compact 4km route, starting from Obihiro Station and passing landmarks such as the Obihiro Hirokoji Shopping Street and the former Obihiro Weather Station. The short distance makes it ideal for a summer walk.
Located in the heart of the Tokachi Plain, Obihiro is surrounded by rich farmland and natural beauty. It’s known for agricultural products like adzuki beans and potatoes, as well as its thriving dairy industry, contributing to its vibrant food culture.
Along the route, you’ll stroll through the retro Hirokoji Shopping Street, which dates back to the Taisho era, offering a taste of local cuisine and sweets. You’ll also pass by the former weather station, where you can reflect on the record-breaking 38.8°C heat.
Why not embrace the summer heat and explore Obihiro through “HOT”-themed GPS art?
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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.
