Enhancing Walking Experience: A Walking Route Recommendation System Considering Nearby Spots

In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in the population embracing walking as a means of weight management and overall physical well-being. However, many users perceive walking as a daunting task and find it challenging. Therefore, making walking an enjoyable activity has become increasingly significant. In light of this, we are developing a walking support system designed to engage users with various characteristics. This paper presents an analysis of user reviews for gourmet spots and tourist attractions, enabling the calculation of ratings for each spot. Leveraging these ratings, we constructed a walking route recommendation system. Furthermore, we conducted an experiment to compare the routes suggested by using the proposed system, considering nearby spots, with the shortest route.