Where would you like to visit in Japan? The “origami map” visualizes the “desire to meet” of people both in Japan and other countries.
Traveling abroad has become difficult in recent years. However, people in Japan are looking forward to the day when you visit again. Therefore, the Japan Shopping Tourism Organization has created the “origami map,” as part of the “Welcome Back to Japan Project”, which visualizes the “desire to meet” of people both in Japan and other countries.
Where would you like to visit once the pandemic is over and you can return to Japan? Each person may have their own thoughts and feelings about certain places, whether it is a place that brings back memories or a spot they are dreaming to visit.
"We would like to connect you and your thoughts with people in Japan who are looking forward to seeing you again, even in the times of the pandemic." With this in mind, the “origami map” was created as an online communication platform.
The content is very simple and easy to use. You simply place flags on Google Maps of where you are (the country you are in) and the places you would like to visit or have memories of in Japan. The hosts in Japan place flags on the locations where they would like to welcome tourists or recommend them.
The flag icon is shaped like an origami crane, a part of Japanese culture. The crane is a symbol of good fortune that has flown over Japan since ancient times, and it represents the hope of overcoming difficulties. The cranes are available in various colors, and you can add images and comments (71 languages supported). Share your thoughts with the rest of the world on your future trips to Japan and memories from your previous trips in your native language.
Nowadays, it has become difficult to travel abroad and meet people. However, with this “origami map,” we can share our thoughts and feelings with each other. And as more and more people join in, we can enjoy watching the origami map grow as origami cranes spread all over the world.
Why don’t you start by writing your own words on the cranes on the map, dreaming of the day when we can meet again in Japan?
