Friday, October 23, 11 - Thursday, January 10, 24　

Are you an "Oka Mone" & "Kesennuma" expert? Quiz Stamp Rally

Event ends 2023/10/31

A digital quiz rally around tourist attractions in Kesennuma, the setting of "Okaeri Mone"

1 Rally Spot
2 How to play
3. Notes
4. Q&A for when you are in trouble

1 Rally Spot

*Press the icon to go to the spot details.
*Photo spots will appear where the camera marks are!
*Click here to download the quiz rally flyer in PDF format.

Kesennuma "Sea Market" / 2nd floor "Memorial Exhibition"

Located next to the fish market, this tourist product facility is lined with seafood from Sanriku. In addition to restaurants and shops, there is an ice aquarium and a shark museum, so the whole family can enjoy themselves. The "Memorial Exhibition: Kesennuma, the setting of Monet" is also currently being held to great acclaim! There is also a photo spot in front of the tourist service center, so please stop by.

Name of facility: Kesennuma "Sea Market"
Opening hours: 9:00 ~ 17:00
Closed days: Irregular holidays
Year-end and New Year holidays: December 12st until 31:15, closed January 00st, January 1nd to January 1rd until 1:2
Contact Us: 0226-22-4560
Kesennuma City Tourist Service Center
Address: 7-13 in front of the fish market, Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture

Inner Bay PIER7 (Kesennuma City Town, People and Work Exchange Plaza) / 1st floor, Pleasure Boat Ticket Office

The surrounding area is home to the commercial facilities "Mukaeru," "Yuwaeru," and "Hirakeru," making it a great place to enjoy walking around town and shopping. "Umareru" (also known as PIER7) appeared in the movie "Welcome Back, Mone" as Monet's workplace (Umi-no-machi Civic Plaza). Also nearby is the "Ukimido," where Monet and Suganami-sensei prayed to the Ebisu statue.

Name of facility: Uchiwan PIER7 (Town, People and Business Exchange Plaza)
Opening hours: 9:00 ~ 18:00
Closed days: Open all year round
*Benefits cannot be redeemed (please redeem at 5 other facilities)
Parking: Please use the Uchiwan area parking lot.
Contact Us: 0226-22-4560
Kesennuma City Tourist Service Center
Address: 1-11 Minamimachi Beach, Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture

Kesennuma Oshima Welcome Terminal/Multipurpose space

Located at the entrance to Oshima, you can enjoy shopping for seasonal local products and souvenirs. There are also cafes and restaurants, so we recommend spending some time relaxing while looking out at the harbor. Tanakahama and Kameyama are also great locations for filming "Okaeri Mone"!

Name of facility: Kesennuma Oshima Welcome Terminal
Opening hours: 9:00 ~ 17:00
Closed days: Open all year round
Year-end and New Year holidays: Closed until 12:31 on December 14st and January 00st to January 1rd
Contact Us: 0226-28-3000
Kesennuma City Tourism Association Oshima Branch
Address: 151-2 Uranohama, Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture

Kesennuma City Great East Japan Earthquake Memorial Museum

The Great East Japan Earthquake was a major theme of "Okaeri Mone." We who live in this town cannot forget the sadness of losing so many important people and things in an instant. That is why, in order to convey the memories and lessons of that time to as many people as possible, we have added the Earthquake Memorial Hall to the building that was used as the school building of Kesennuma Koyo High School in Miyagi Prefecture until the day of the earthquake. Please come and see it for yourself.

Museum Admissions Fee: Adults 600 yen, High school students 400 yen, Elementary and junior high school students 300 yen
Name of facility: Kesennuma City Great East Japan Earthquake Memorial Museum
Opening hours: 9: 30-16: 00 (last admission 15:00)
Closed days: Mondays (open on public holidays and closed the following day)
*December 12th is a special opening day.
Closed from December 12th to January 30th
Contact Us: 0226-28-9671
Address: 9-1, Hamijikamisemukai, Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture
Access: click herePlease check the page.

Otani Coast Roadside Station/Tourist Information Corner

The southern gateway to Kesennuma, with the beautiful sea of Otani Coast stretching out before you. The theme is "All Kesennuma," and there are many ingredients and local products from Kesennuma on display, as well as products that convey the charm of Kesennuma. The area is also known as the setting for the movie "Suzume no Tojimari." If the weather is nice, why not enjoy a snack on the outdoor deck while gazing at the sea?
*Prize exchange is only available during the information corner's business hours of 9:00-17:00.
There will be no staff present between 12:00 and 13:00. During that time, the cashier at the roadside station will be available to assist you, but please note that there will be a mix of staff on weekends and holidays.

Name of facility: Roadside Station Otani Coast
Opening hours: 9:00-18:00 (restaurant until 17:00, cafe until 16:00)
Closed days: Open all year round
Year-end and New Year holidays: Closed until 12:30 on December 14th, and from December 00st to January 12nd
*During the New Year's holiday closure, you can only get a stamp.
Contact Us: 0226-25-7388 (until 17:00) *If no staff is available, please call the Tourist Service Center at 0226-22-4560
Otani Coast Roadside Station Information
Address: 9 Mishima, Motoyoshi-cho, Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture
Access: click here.

Hanzo Rest House

Located in Ogamahanzo, a scenic spot in Karakuwa, is Ogamahanzo Ippukudokoro, overlooking the distant sea. In addition to a line-up of locally produced and locally consumed dishes such as "Boiled conger eel rice" made with conger eels delivered directly from local fishermen and sweets made with mulberry fruit, the cafe also offers handmade cakes and homemade drinks. From the terrace seats you can enjoy a magnificent view, allowing you to spend a relaxing time surrounded by nature.

The "Oka Mone Special Menu" is available exclusively at Hanzo Rest House! Please enjoy it while collecting stamps♪
Saiun Cotton Candy 400 yen Kofu Blue Cream Soda 680 yen

Name of facility: Hanzo Rest House
Opening hours: 11:00-16:00 (Stamp Rally: 8:30-16:30)
Closed days: Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Closed from December 12th to January 31th　
*Stamps can be earned even on regular holidays and New Year's closures.
Contact Us: 0226-32-3029
Kesennuma City Tourism Association Karakuwa Branch
Address: 264-2 Konagane, Karakuwa-cho, Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture
Access: click here.

Please contact each tourist facility regarding their closing days over the New Year holidays.

"Welcome Back Mone" photo spot has appeared!

Photo spots that can be enjoyed only during the stamp rally have been set up at three facilities within the rally spot!
The familiar scenery from "Welcome Back, Monet" and the photos posted on the official tourism website "Kesennuma Saite Kerain" are a big hit with Monet fans!Welcome back Monet DiaryThis is a photo spot in collaboration with the illustrations of Sayumi, the author of "The Great Passage." Handheld panels are also available, so please stop by and enjoy the stamp rally while reminiscing about those exciting moments.

■ Kesennuma "Umi no Ichi" / 2nd floor in front of the Tourist Service Center
■ Inner Bay PIER7/1F Pleasure Boat Ticket Office
■ Oshima Welcome Terminal/Multipurpose Space

Inquiries: 0226-22-4560 (Kesennuma City Tourist Service Center)

Warnings

・Please be considerate to others when taking photos. If you have any questions, please contact the tourist office near the photo spot.
・We take safety into consideration, but please be aware that you are responsible for any accidents or injuries that occur.

2 How to play

①First, download the Kesennuma Crew Card app!

Kesennuma City's tourism app "Kesennuma Crew Card App" is a convenient app for checking tourist information in the city! You can also earn points by dining and shopping at over 120 affiliated stores in the city.
*There are no joining or annual fees.

To download the Kesennuma Crew Card App,click hereFrom!

②Once the download is complete

・Your Name
·Address
·sex
·mail address
·birthday
Please enter!

3. Participate in a stamp rally

④Get a stamp

How to play the Quiz Stamp Rally

1. Answer the "Okamone Quiz" or "Kesennuma Quiz" located at each spot.
2. Once you know the answer to the quiz, search for "things related to the answer" within the facility and find the QR code.
3. Select the name of the facility in the app, tap "Read QR code" and launch the camera.
4. If it can be read, you can get a stamp! If the conditions are met, a redemption coupon will be automatically issued.

How to receive your rewards

① If you collect stamps from 6 out of 3 locations, you will be an "OkaMone" & "Kesennuma" expert! You can exchange it for one original sticker. (First 1 people)
Once you have exchanged your coupon at any tourist office, staff will hand you the reward.
②Those who win 6 out of 4 prizes will be chosen at random to receive a "Shark Plush Toy" (3 winners) or an "Oyster Cushion" (3 winners), which will be shipped to you at a later date.
After issuing the coupon, please fill in the required information in the application form and select the product you want.
If the required information is not provided, your application will be invalid.
・The announcement of the winners will be replaced by the shipping of the prizes. (Scheduled to be shipped in mid-March)

3 Precautions

・Any accidents or injuries that occur during the activity are at your own risk. Please be mindful of your surroundings and enjoy the activity.
・Each person can participate once per Kesennuma Crew Card app.
・The reward can only be exchanged once.
・To exchange for rewards, you must present the electronic coupon in the Kesennuma Crew Card app.
・The special offer is a limited edition item on a first-come, first-served basis. Even if an electronic coupon is issued, the item may be out of stock.
・Business hours of the reward exchange office follow the business hours of each facility. Please note that business hours vary depending on the facility.
・Benefits cannot be exchanged after the benefit exchange period has expired.
・This special offer is not for sale. Resale or listing/selling on auction sites is prohibited.

4 Q&A when you have a problem

Q: I can't install the Kesennuma Crew Card app properly.
A: Do you have enough free space on your smartphone?

Q: I can't read the QR code on the Kesennuma Crew Card app/the camera won't start
A: Have you set "Turn on location information while using the app"?
The stamp rally uses GPS functionality, so if the setting is turned off, it may not start properly.

Q: The app freezes when I open it.
A: Depending on the model you are using, the app may occasionally freeze.
In that case, please contact the Crewship Office.

Inquiries about the app: Crewship Office (Kesennuma Regional Strategy)
0226-25-7115
Opening hours: 9:00 ~ 17:00
Closed days: Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays