🌸 1,000 Cherry Trees and Noh Traditions: An 11km Sakura Art Course 🌸
Oita City, once the seat of the powerful Otomo Sorin clan, is a fascinating blend of international history and modern natural beauty. This 11km GPS art course invites you to celebrate spring by sketching a grand Sakura (cherry blossom) through Heiwa City Park (Peace City Park) and its culturally rich surroundings.
The park, developed along the former Ura River, is a masterpiece of urban greenery. In spring, it transforms into a breathtaking “Sakura Tunnel” with more than 1,000 Somei-Yoshino trees reflecting on the water’s surface. Your journey will take you past the Peace City Park Noh Theater, an architectural gem where Japan’s refined traditions meet the open air. Nearby, the Oita Prefectural Center for Buried Cultural Properties offers a deep dive into the ancient Bungo Province’s past, adding historical depth to your artistic trek.
As you navigate the loop toward Otori Park and near Maki Station, you will appreciate Oita’s flat, coastal geography. Situated on the alluvial plain of the Oita River, the terrain is remarkably accessible for both runners and walkers. The gentle sea breeze from Beppu Bay provides a refreshing companion as you trace the delicate petals of your digital artwork.
Finishing this 11km circuit is about more than just physical achievement; it is about connecting with Oita’s spirit of peace and seasonal elegance. By the time the digital Sakura blooms on your screen, you will have experienced the very best of Oita’s hospitality and scenery. Lace up your shoes and let your creativity flourish in the heart of this vibrant riverside district.
DETAIL (EXTERNAL LINK)
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.
