The "Drive Hokkaido!" app

  • Published on : 13/10/2017
  • by : A.B.

Northern Japan by car

The company Navitime Japan have launched the "Drive Hokkaido!" App, running until 30 November 2017, with hopes of encouraging travelers to visit Hokkaido by car.

The coast of Niseko, on the island of Hokkaido

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"Panoramic Roads"

The "Drive Hokkaido!" app is linked to the car's navigation system (GPS) and provides map codes to the driver, in order to access these sites and get there using the best route. Some of these routes, called "panoramic roads", are a real attraction in themselves, more than just a way to the destination. If the driver agrees, the app can also collect their navigation data to gain a better understanding of the most popular destinations among overseas visitors.

Enjoy the Hokkaido countryside by car.

Enjoy the Hokkaido countryside by car.

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