What this is
A free digital scavenger hunt across six scenic spots in Beppu and Yufuin, using the STLOCAL app to check in and collect stamps at locations including Yufu River Gorge, the Jigoku Kaiji, Miruku Village, Kuroake-so, Beppu Ropeway, and RECAMP Beppu Shitaka Lake. Completed stamp collections enter you into prize draws for local specialty gift sets and accommodation vouchers. It runs through summer into early autumn, giving you a loose, self-paced reason to explore both resort towns.
Who should go
Visitors spending a few days across the Beppu–Yufuin area who want a loose itinerary linking the region's highlights. Works well for couples, solo travellers, and families with older kids who are comfortable using a smartphone app.
Good to know
Participation is entirely free — no tickets required, just the STLOCAL app installed on your smartphone. Prize draws for accommodation vouchers and local gift sets are entered automatically upon stamp collection, so keep notifications enabled. The six venues are spread across two towns roughly 30 km apart, so plan your route in advance; the Beppu Ropeway and Shitaka Lake spots in particular benefit from an early start before summer heat peaks. Most venues are outdoor or semi-outdoor, so carry water, sun protection, and insect repellent during the July–August period.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.