Cute and Soothing! The Collaboration Guide Map

"This one guide map covers all the charms of Wakkanai," recommends Ms. Fukuhara.

The White Road (Shiroi Michi) in the background of the cover is a path made of crushed scallop shells, a specialty of Wakkanai. The contrast between the blue sky and the white road creates a beautiful, Instagram-worthy landscape.

The Sumikko Gurashi characters cutely introduce familiar tourist spots such as the station area, long beloved by citizens and called "Machi," with the roadside station "KITAcolor" at its center, as well as the North Breakwater Dome, Cape Noshappu, and Cape Soya.

The guide map is distributed at the Wakkanai Tourist Information Center and Wakkanai City Hall. It can also be viewed on the official Wakkanai City website.

Wakkanai is Buzzing with Outdoor Activities. And Don't Forget the Food!

In recent years, while group tourism in Wakkanai has decreased due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of individual travelers has been increasing. With the recent camping boom, campgrounds are bustling almost every day. Many people also travel in campervans, staying overnight in their vehicles. This guide map is sure to be a great companion not only for Sumikko Gurashi fans but for all travelers.

Ms. Fukuhara shares her feelings, "I hope that Wakkanai, the beloved city where I was born and raised, will become even more vibrant with the help of Sumikko Gurashi."

In addition to Instagrammable tourist spots, the city is full of culinary delights, such as the Giant Pacific octopus, which boasts the largest catch in Japan; sea urchin raised on top-quality Rishiri kombu (kelp); and rich milk produced only in cold climates, used to make delicious ice cream. With the guide map in hand, you can enjoy the city as if you've become one of the Sumikko characters.