[First-come, first-served] Hotel Stamp Rally Event: Travel Japan & Get Exclusive Perks!

• Table of Contents
• What is the uniquely Japanese culture of "stamp rallies"?
• Embark on a journey of rediscovering Japan, encountering 15 locations along the way.
• What is the stamp rally campaign "Stay & Stamp Challenge!"?

What is the uniquely Japanese culture of "stamp rallies"?

Why not travel around Japan and create lifelong memories and get amazing perks?

Are you familiar with the Japanese culture of "stamp rallies"?

Its roots can be traced back to the pilgrimage culture of shrines and temples that has continued for 1300 years. In the past, as proof of having visited a shrine or temple, one would receive a calligraphic inscription and a stamp in a booklet called a "goshuincho."

This ancient pilgrimage culture has taken root in railway companies and tourist destinations, evolving into a uniquely Japanese system that "transforms travel into entertainment," and fused with a modern sense of playfulness, it's what we now know as a stamp rally.

The thrill of pressing the button and the sense of accomplishment from collecting them have made this a national event in Japan that captivates people of all ages, from children to adults.

In recent years, this traditional culture has also been gaining attention among foreign visitors tourists visiting Japan as a way to create tangible memories of their trip. Travelers from all over the world are sharing their stamp collections on social media using the hashtag "#Stamprally," making it a new travel trend.

What's particularly noteworthy is that many of them are free to participate in. In addition, the stamps you collect can sometimes be exchanged for special gifts (rewards), making it a "treasure hunt challenge."

Embark on a journey of rediscovering Japan, encountering 15 locations along the way.

"We want guests from all over the world to enjoy an experience that is unique to Japan."

"Now that digitalization is on the rise, we want people to take home tangible memories."

With that in mind, JR Kyushu Hotels and Resorts Co., Ltd. is holding a stamp rally campaign exclusively for foreign visitors to Japan, "Stay & Stamp Challenge!", starting March 16, 2026.

When you check into participating hotels and inns, you'll receive an original stamp booklet. Collect stamps by visiting each facility, and you'll receive fantastic rewards on a first-come, first-served basis!

JR Kyushu Hotels and Resorts Co., Ltd. operates hotels and inns throughout Japan, primarily in Kyushu and Okinawa. With 17 facilities ranging from urban hotels to hot spring resorts, the company provides accommodation experiences deeply rooted in each region.

Located about an hour and a half southwest of Tokyo by plane, Kyushu boasts abundant nature and a rich, unique craft culture, offering plenty of attractions.

Grab your "travel passport" (stamp booklet) to record your visits and embark on a journey to discover a new Japan!

Click here for the official campaign website.

What is the stamp rally campaign "Stay & Stamp Challenge!"?

1. Campaign rewards

3 stamps: Original Tenugui (traditional Japanese towel) - First 1000 groups (1 per group)

5 stamps: Complimentary stay on your next stay (Standard, Moderate, or Superior type / 2 people per room / breakfast included) for the first 50 groups (2 people per group)

Collect 15 stamps: Complimentary stay on your next visit (all room types / 2 people per room / breakfast included). Limited to the first 10 groups (2 people per group).

*The bonus image is for illustrative purposes only.

2. Campaign details

Campaign name: Stay & Stamp Challenge!
Campaign details: Visit 15 JR KYUSHU HOTELS＆RESORTS  hotels and inns and receive fantastic rewards!
Implementation period: Check-in from March 16, 2026 (Monday) to check-out on March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Eligibility: Foreign visitors visitors staying at participating hotels.
Participating hotels: 15 JR KYUSHU HOTELS＆RESORTS  properties (excluding Hotel Okura JR Huis Ten Bosch and Nagasaki Marriott Hotel)

3. How to participate in the campaign

STEP 1: Check in at the participating hotel! Receive your stamp booklet at the front desk. *Only 50,000 stamp booklets will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of one stamp per room.

STEP 2: Stamp the stamp booklet page of the facility where you stayed.

STEP 3: Use the special QR code printed on the stamp booklet to reserve the hotel you want to visit next time (not required).

STEP 4: From the second facility onwards, submit your stamp booklet to the front desk each time you check in. (Staff will record your check-in history.)

STEP 5: Once you have collected 3, 5, or 15 stamps, present your stamp booklet at the front desk and enter using the special QR code!

STEP 6: After completing your entry, you will receive a special reward on a first-come, first-served basis! *The reward will end once all stock has been depleted.

4. Post it on social media!

After participating, share your memories with the hashtag #StayStampChallenge. Further surprises may be waiting for you.

We hope this stamp booklet will become a treasured part of your trip to Japan.

Take this opportunity to participate in the stamp rally and embark on a journey to discover a new Japan!

The official campaign website is here

The following hotels are participating in the "Stay & Stamp Challenge!" campaign (some exclusions apply).

Click here for the official JR Kyushu Hotels and Resorts Co., Ltd. website.