Crayon Shin-chan characters promote tourism in Akita, Saitama, and Kumamoto

As part of the ‘Family City Project,’ Akita, Saitama, and Kumamoto prefectures have released promotional tourism videos featuring the character Shin-chan from the popular anime ‘Crayon Shin-chan.’ The project is a collaborative effort between the three prefectures and Futabasha to promote mutual exchange and tourism.

In the Akita-specific video, the character visits various local landmarks, including Senshu Park, the Akita Inu Station, and the samurai residences in Kakunodate. The footage also showcases traditional activities such as kaba-zaiku woodcraft and views from Mt. Kanpu. Similar promotional content has been released for Saitama and Kumamoto, highlighting regional attractions such as Mount Hodosan in Saitama and Aso in Kumamoto.