Start planning your trip
{{ inputValue.start }} - {{ inputValue.end }}
With:
A new photo spot has been born in Fukusaki Town! 3D trick art featuring Kappa Gajiro popping out
This service includes sponsored advertisements.
On June 18th, a 3D trick art featuring Gajiro the Kappa was installed on the wall of the Station Front Tourist Exchange Center in Fukusaki Town, Kanzaki County, Hyogo Prefecture.
Written by
Fukusaki Town is located in the southwest of Hyogo Prefecture, formerly known as "Banshu" or "Harima Province." In the past, it flourished as a key transportation hub where roads linking the east and west and the north and south intersected. On May 3, 1956, Tahara Village, Yachikusa Village, and the former Fukusaki Town merged to form the town we see today. Even today, the town remains an important transportation hub, with the JR Bantan Line, Bantan Link Road, and National Route 312 running north to south, and the Chugoku Expressway and Prefectural Route Miki-Shiso Line running east to west. Furthermore, Fukusaki Town is a rural city surrounded by lush green mountains, with the Ichikawa River flowing through the center of town, and is a region rich in history and cultural heritage.
An unveiling ceremony was held inviting related parties, and the new photo spot created a buzz.
-
Table of Contents
- The number of tourists has increased dramatically since the discovery of Gajiro.
- Gajiro 3D Trick Art
- Make memories at Fukusaki Town's new photo spot
The number of tourists has increased dramatically since the discovery of Gajiro.
After Gajiro the kappa was spotted jumping out of a pond and captured, the number of tourists to Fukusaki Town increased from 250,000 per year to a record high of over 700,000 in fiscal year 2023.
Fukusaki Town is now attracting attention as a tourist spot where you can encounter monsters.
Gajiro 3D Trick Art
The year 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the discovery of Gajirou .
This trick art was planned to celebrate this occasion, and the entire cost of installation was donated by local company Fukushin Denki Co., Ltd.
Chairman Miyauchi of Fukushin Denki Co., Ltd. commented, "When I heard about the trick art project, I had a hunch that it would contribute to revitalizing the town. I hope that this place will become a power spot and that as many people as possible will enjoy it."
Details of 3D trick art
The length of the wall design is about 9m, of which about 5m is a 3D trick art that pops out. When viewed from the right side, the design makes it look like the famous Mochimugi noodles and Gajiro's hand are popping out.
Okada, president of Art Life LLC, the company in charge of production and design, said, "We've packed in not only yokai but also other tourist resources for Fukusaki Town, such as food and accommodation. We hope that people will use this art as a starting point to explore the various parts of Fukusaki Town."
Make memories at Fukusaki Town's new photo spot
It is hoped that the new 3D trick art will further enhance Fukusaki Town's appeal as a yokai spot and attract new tourists.
Why not try taking some great photos at the new photo spot in Fukusaki Town? Why not try a unique photo spot with Kappa Gajiro ?
Fukusaki Town is located in the southwest of Hyogo Prefecture, formerly known as "Banshu" or "Harima Province." In the past, it flourished as a key transportation hub where roads linking the east and west and the north and south intersected. On May 3, 1956, Tahara Village, Yachikusa Village, and the former Fukusaki Town merged to form the town we see today. Even today, the town remains an important transportation hub, with the JR Bantan Line, Bantan Link Road, and National Route 312 running north to south, and the Chugoku Expressway and Prefectural Route Miki-Shiso Line running east to west. Furthermore, Fukusaki Town is a rural city surrounded by lush green mountains, with the Ichikawa River flowing through the center of town, and is a region rich in history and cultural heritage.
The contents on this page may partially contain automatic translation.
Special Features
More
