🐎 Somatic Tradition Run — Draw a Horse near Soma Nakamura Shrine 🗻
Welcome to Soma City, Fukushima—home to the legendary Soma Nomaoi, a centuries-old equestrian festival designated as a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset. This GPS art course traces a symbolic “horse” shape while you explore the historic grounds of Soma Nakamura Shrine, where the Nomaoi departure ceremony takes place.
The 10km route leads you past key cultural landmarks including Soma City Hall, the atmospheric Soma Nakamura Castle Ruins, scenic Baryō Park, and Soma Station, blending tradition, nature, and local life.
Facing the Pacific Ocean, Soma has fostered a deep bond with horses since ancient times. As you run, the scenery evokes the spirit of samurai warriors and gallant horses charging across grassy plains.
Start your New Year with an invigorating pilgrimage run—immerse yourself in history, culture, and good fortune while drawing a heroic horse across this storied land!
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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 2,000 courses.
