[Sapporo City] Bringing 'Emotional Warmth' to Hometown Tax Donations

Sapporo City (Mayor: Katsuhiro Akimoto) is launching a new promotion for its hometown tax donation program featuring illustrations by Hiroshi Oba (1921-1988), a manga artist and painter from Sapporo. In an era of rapid digitalization, we want to deliver a sense of 'warmth' that relaxes the heart the moment you touch it. With this in mind, we have collaborated with Hiroshi Oba, a rare artist of whom Sapporo is proud. His nostalgic and heartwarming touch is loved across generations and has the power to heal the hearts of those who see it. We are delivering these works, which cherish the seasons and landscapes of Sapporo, to everyone across the country. [About Hiroshi Oba] Born in Sapporo in 1921. After working in the design department of the Hokkaido Shimbun, he became an independent manga artist and painter. Known for his heartwarming and humorous style, he worked on many pieces themed around airplanes and food culture. Even after his passing in 1988, his unique brushwork remains a 'symbol of Sapporo's culture' and continues to be loved by many fans. For details, please visit the official website: https://oba-hiroshi.com/index.html. [Collaboration Details] - Use in envelopes and postcards for donors: We will use Oba's works in the design of envelopes and postcards used to send tax donation certificates to donors. This applies to those who donate to Sapporo City between April 1, 2026, and late August 2026. - ANA Portal Site Banner: We will use Oba's works in banners related to 'travel, accommodation, and experience' return gifts. This has been implemented in advance since February 2026 with no set end date.