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Startbahn Supports the Digital Experience for Honshu-Shikoku Bridge Expressway Company Limited's "Shikoku Megulink" Touring Stamp Rally

Jul 16, 2026

Startbahn, Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Taihei Shii; hereinafter "Startbahn") will support the digital stamp rally experience for "Shikoku Megulink," a touring stamp rally hosted by Honshu-Shikoku Bridge Expressway Company Limited from July 16, 2026 to January 31, 2027.

"Shikoku Megulink" is part of the "Discover the Charms of Setouchi" campaign, an initiative through which Honshu-Shikoku Bridge Expressway Company Limited works with local communities to share the appeal of the Setouchi region. Participants can collect stamps while visiting restaurants, tourism facilities, transportation-related sites, regional events, and other locations across Shikoku, receiving coupons and on-site benefits at selected venues and entering prize drawings based on the number of stamps collected.

■ About "Shikoku Megulink"

The event invites participants to explore Shikoku through the themes of food, tourism, and local experiences by scanning QR codes with their smartphones. As of June 23, 2026, 205 participating locations are planned, including facilities in service areas and parking areas operated by Honshu-Shikoku Bridge Expressway Company Limited, restaurants, tourism sites, transportation-related facilities, and regional events across Shikoku.

Participants can earn stamps by shopping at eligible stores, entering participating facilities, or joining participating events. With one stamp, all participants can receive a seasonal digital wallpaper featuring "Wataru," the official character of Honshu-Shikoku Bridge Expressway Company Limited. Depending on the number of stamps collected, participants can also enter drawings for prizes such as Shikoku local gourmet sets, experience facility invitations, accommodation vouchers, and regional specialty sets.

Event Period: July 16, 2026 - January 31, 2027

Special Website: Shikoku Megulink official website

■ Startbahn's Role

In this initiative, Startbahn supports the design and implementation of the digital experience connecting participant registration, stamp acquisition, coupon and benefit use, and prize applications. By using on-site QR codes as the entry point, the experience enables visitors to join the rally through a simple flow, helping create ongoing digital touchpoints between visitors and the region.

■ About Startbahn, Inc.

Startbahn provides essential technology for everyone involved in arts and culture worldwide, striving to build a more enriched society. The company develops and operates Startrail, a blockchain infrastructure that supports authenticity and long-term value preservation of artworks; Startrail TAG, an IC chip linking physical works to the blockchain; Startrail Port, a management dashboard; and the Startrail API, which enables customized use of Startrail.

Official Website: https://startbahn.io