Oops! Japan #38 — Stamp Your Way Through Shinjuku （デジタルで街歩き！新宿スタンプラリー体験） Why Japan’s “Stamp Quest” Culture is Both Fun and… a Little Tricky


 Oops! Japan #38 — Stamp Your Way Through Shinjuku

（デジタルで街歩き！新宿スタンプラリー体験）

Why Japan’s “Stamp Quest” Culture is Both Fun and… a Little Tricky


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English:


You’re in Shinjuku — skyscrapers, neon lights, shopping, sushi… but wait, there’s more:

SHINJUKU100, a digital stamp rally designed to help you explore hidden gems and must-visit spots around the city.


Sounds fun, right? It is — but only if you know how to use it.


Some travelers stumble on this system unexpectedly. It’s often written only in Japanese. You might not even realize you’re collecting stamps — or that there’s a reward waiting at the end!


So here’s what you should know:

• It’s a mobile-based program. No paper maps.

• You need to scan QR codes at each designated location.

• You often need to register an account — and sometimes fill in your email.

• The app or website may not always be fully translated.


Why it’s worth it:

• You’ll visit places you never would have found otherwise.

• It’s perfect for slow, casual exploration.

• Great for families, solo travelers, and fans of gamified travel.


One Redditor said:

“I started doing it by accident and ended up walking around for hours. I loved it!”


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日本語の補足：


SHINJUKU100は、街歩き型のデジタルスタンプラリー。指定スポットを巡ってQRコードを読み取ると、スタンプが集まります。

ただし、

• 案内は日本語中心

• アカウント登録やメール入力が必要な場合あり

• 操作に迷う外国人も少なくありません


でも、達成するとプレゼントがもらえることもあり、「ちょっとした寄り道」が特別な体験になります。観光に疲れた日にもぴったりです。


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Next up: More Surprises Coming Soon!

We’ve got more weird, funny, and helpful Japan travel tips on the way — stay tuned.


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