Trip Around Joso July 20,2024-September 30,2024 Free Entry

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【NEW】The prizes for "Trip Around Joso" have been decided.
Prize drawing: Part 1: Seats at the Joso Kinugawa Fireworks Festival, Part 2: Exquisite Joso products Please note that the lottery is subject to various conditions. Please check the details.

[Event] "Trip Around Joso"The event has been decided to be held.
Event period: "Making Summer Memories!" will be held in the Joso area from Saturday, July 20, 2024 to Monday, September 30, Earn points by participating in summer activities. Collect points and enter for a chance to win great prizes.

Let's try making some summer memories in Joso City

Get great prizes!

Saikyo pickles
Set

Hamburger

Freshly harvested rice
10kg

Guild Heroes
Card
Special Set

Hitachi beef raised at Sato Farm

Fireworks
Viewing Stand

You can earn points by participating in summer activities in the Joso area.
You can also collect points to enter a prize draw.
This event is a gaming event where you can "get to know the city" and "enjoy the city" by participating in summer activities.

* The prize images are for illustrative purposes only.

Notes

  • ● Points can only be earned by entering the prize draw.
  • ● You can apply for multiple entries as long as the points you hold meet the requirements.
  • ● Entering the giveaway will not affect your ranking.
  • ● You cannot cancel your application.
  • ● The deadline for applications using earned points is 17:00 on Monday, September 30, 2024.

How to Play

Enjoy Joso using
smartphone apps!

  • Visit the spot


    There is no set route. Explore the spots that interest you!

  • Check in with
    your smartphone!


    You can enter multiple raffles depending on how many trips you make.When you arrive at the spot,
    check in using
    the smartphone app.
    You can earn points according to the spot.

  • Use your accumulated
    points to enter a prize draw!

    You can enter multiple raffles depending on how many trips you make.

  • It's not just
    raffle prizes!


    There are also photo prizes!
    When you arrive at the spot, take and post a photo along with your check-in.
    Use your photos to win prizes that can't be redeemed in prize draws!

Photo Contest

Application period: July 20, 2024 - September 30, 2024

To commemorate the "Trip Around Joso" event, we will be holding a photo contest.Participating in the photo contest is easy.
First, enter the event, then take and submit photos at designated spots in the Joso area.
Each person can submit as many photos as they like.
We look forward to your participation and seeing your masterpieces.

*Winning the photo contest does not affect the points earned in the event.
*Below are winning photos from the last time the event was held.

amazon Gift Card

Winners
will receive an Amazon Gift Card!

Spring 2024 Award Winning Works

Implementation periodMarch 16 - April 14, 2024

まるさん
ゆうちゃむさん
内海 成貴さん
しゅうしさん
MIKAさん
ゆうちゃむさん
しゅうしさん
Lilyさん
Yutoさん
Meronpanさん
カナメさん

Important Points

  • Photos taken during the "Trip Around Joso" event will be judged.
  • You may submit any number of photos.
  • Photos submitted may be used on various social media sites and in media materials.
    Please be aware of this before submitting your entry.
  • We will not accept inquiries regarding the content of the judging process.
  • Winners will be contacted via the email address provided at the time of entry.
    *Please allow contact from the "mobilelifejapan.co.jp" domain.
    *Please allow contact from the "city.joso.lg.jp" domain.
    *If we do not hear from you by November 30th, you will not be eligible to win the photo contest.
  • Prizes will be sent and shipped as soon as they are ready.
  • Prizes will be delivered within Japan.
  • If the prize is returned for reasons such as absence, unknown address, refusal to accept, or any other reason, your right to receive the prize may be forfeited.

Way to Participate

  • 01 How to download the app

    Download the smartphone app "Map Life".
    You must register as a user of "Map Life" (free).

  • 02 Entry (free)

    • Select the event you wish to enter.
    • Follow the flow and enter the required information to complete your entry.
    • One smartphone counts as one entry.
      Example: A parent with a smartphone and a child without a smartphone = 1 entry

    • Participation is free!

    • No age restriction

    • The number of participants
      without limit

    • One smartphone,
      One entry!

  • 03 How to Play

    • Map
      • Open the dedicated map "Trip Around Joso".
      • The "Trip Around Joso" map features many local spots in Joso, the stage.
      • Choose a spot that interests you from the spots and head there.
      • There is no designated route to the spot. Head there along a route you like.
      • If you are unsure of the way, use the navigation function ("Go here" from the spot).
    • Point

      Checkpoint

      • When you arrive at the selected spot, you will be able to "check in", and checking in will earn you points.
        *Since location information is based on GPS, there will be some discrepancy between your current location and the spot location. Move so that the spot location on the map overlaps with your current location.
    • Apply with points

      Apply with points

      • Apply with points
        The points you earn can be used to enter a prize draw.

    Notes

    • You will need to register as a "Map Life" user (free of charge) to participate in the event.
    • You will also need the "Map Life" app, so please install it (free of charge) from the appropriate store (App Store, Google Play).

FAQ

Is there a participation fee?
This event is free to participate in.
owever, if you make a detour, you will need to prepare your own expenses for food and drink, transportation, facility fees, etc.
I don't know how to use the app.
Please check the "How to Use the App" on the official website.
I can't check in even though I've arrived at the spot.
You may not have reached the GPS range for check-in.
The check-in function uses the GPS.
Please turn on the GPS function on your smartphone beforehand.
The "Check-in" button will become available when you arrive at the GPS detection area of ​​the target spot.
Tap the "Check-in" button to check in.
If you are still unable to check in, please take a photo of the spot in question without checking in, and continue with the event as is.
After that, please send a photo of the spot to the message board in the app.
Points will be added as soon as the secretariat has confirmed it.
The app stopped working while I was using it.
If the app won't start, please try restarting your device.
If that still doesn't work, please reinstall the app.
*Please make a note of your "login ID" and "password" before reinstalling.
Please note that if you are unable to start the app, you will not be able to continue with the event.
If you return at a later date, you will be able to resume from the point where you left off.
My smartphone battery ran out halfway through and I can't use the app.
We strongly recommend that you carry a mobile battery.
If the battery runs out and the app won't start, you won't be able to continue the event.
Please note that you will be able to resume where you left off at a later date, so please consider this.
I don't know how to apply using points.
You can check your current earned points on the "Check Points" points page in the app.
Do I have to apply using points on the same day I participate in the event?
You can apply with points at a later date. However, you can apply up until September 30th, when the event period ends.
Please note that you will not be able to apply after that date.
Can I combine points from multiple smartphones?
Points cannot be integrated or combined.
Points are added and used separately for each smartphone.
Can I make detours other than the designated spots?
No problem.
Discover the charm of Joso as you visit the spots.
The screen goes blank and photos cannot be posted/read.
This occurs when you do not have permission to use photos in the app.
If your device's Settings > Map Life > Photos is set to "None," please change "Photos" to "All Photos" and try again.
Can I only check in once at each location?
Also, is it possible to do it a second time if the date changes?
Check-in will only earn you points once during the event period.
You can check in multiple times in the system settings, but no points will be added from the second time onwards.
Is there an expiration date for the event?
The period in which you can apply using your earned points is from July 20th to September 30th (Sunday) at 5:00 PM.

Important Notes

Matters regarding "Map Life"

Depending on the device, the following problems may occur.
Participants of this event do not need to return to the starting point, even if any of the problems occur.

Cases when check-in is not possible
You may not have arrived within the GPS range where check-in is possible.
The check-in function uses the GPS function of the device.
Please turn on the GPS function of your smartphone beforehand.
When you arrive at the GPS detection area of ​​the target spot, you will be able to press the "Check-in" button.
Tap the "Check-in" button to check in.
If you are still unable to check in, please take a photo of the spot in question without checking in, and continue with the event as is.
After that, please send a photo of the spot to the message board in the app.
The secretariat will check it and add points to you.

Other Notes

  • This event will only be held on the dedicated app "Map Life".
  • If you cannot use the dedicated app, you will not be able to participate.
  • The dedicated app must be used on one smartphone per person.
  • Even if you are driving in a group, please prepare one smartphone per person.
  • We recommend that you plan your trip in advance.
  • Applications using points are only accepted during the event period.
  • Please note that retroactive applications will not be accepted.
  • You can participate in this event as many times as you like during the event period. (No need to re-enter)
  • The content of this event may be changed or ended without prior notice.
  • This event may be interrupted or stopped during the event period due to system failure, maintenance, or other reasons.

Event Participation Terms

  • 01 I agree to abide by all rules, regulations and instructions set by the organizers, and agree that I am solely responsible for any accidents that occur during this event or any related event, and agree not to blame or hold the organizers, operators, participants or related parties responsible, unless the accident is caused by the organizers.
  • 02 During my participation in this event, I will abide by all traffic laws and regulations, including the Road Traffic Act, and will keep safety in mind.
  • 03 If it is determined that my participation in this event is impeded, I will immediately follow the organizer's instructions to cancel the event. I will also follow any other instructions from the organizer regarding safety management and operation.
  • 04 I understand that the organizers have not purchased insurance to cover accidents, injuries, illnesses, or infections during the event, and that if compensation is required, I will purchase insurance myself.
  • 05 I agree to take full responsibility for my personal possessions and equipment and will not hold the event organizers, other event participants, or general visitors responsible for any loss or damage to such property.
  • 06 I agree that I will not object to the cancellation, change or interruption of this event for reasons beyond the control of the organizers, such as strong winds, heavy rain, snowfall, earthquakes, other worsening weather conditions, accidents, etc. (including resulting changes to the environment and social situation around the venue), or the issuance of a state of emergency by the national or local government, or a request to refrain from holding the event.
  • 07 I agree that even if the event is canceled or changed due to the reasons stated above, the organizers will not cover any expenses related to travel, accommodation, etc.
  • 08 I agree that my photographs and footage may be used freely in any media related to this event, including broadcasts, websites, print materials, social media accounts, etc., as well as for advertising future events.
  • 09 I agree that any personal information collected by the organizers, co-organizers, and related organizations at this event will be used for the purpose of improving services for event participants, including to guide me through the event, notify me of related information, inform me of the next event, contact me to confirm details, provide services from sponsors, collaborators, and related organizations, and publish results.
  • 10 My family, relatives, guardians (if the participant is a minor), and other participants have agreed to participate in this event and to these terms and conditions. If I am a minor, I will participate with the consent of my guardian.
  • [Additional Information] Event Recommendations
  • 01 If you wish to be covered for accidents, injuries, or illnesses that occur during your participation, please purchase your own insurance.
  • 02 Since the dedicated app consumes battery power, we strongly recommend that you carry a mobile battery.
    If your device's battery runs out during the event, you may not be able to prove (check-in/mission) the spots you have visited.
    Please note that you can resume where you left off at a later date, so please consider this as well.
contact

Event Inquiries

Joso City Hall Industrial Promotion Department
Agriculture Policy Division

0297-23-2111 （Extension Number:2303）

Inquiry times: 8:30-17:00 (excluding weekends and holidays)

Inquiries about the app

Mobile Life Japan Co., Ltd.

Contact us by email

03-5573-8230

Inquiry times: 10:00-17:30 (excluding weekends and holidays)