Hello everyone! Have you decided your plans for Golden Week yet?
Come to Shiraoi Town and explore beautiful nature and famous spots, enjoy fun quizzes, and win fantastic prizes at the “Shiraoi Quiz Rally,” hosted by the Shiraoi Tourism Association from April 29 to May 6, 2026!
Details
Dates & Time
April 29, 2026 – May 6, 2026
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Please make sure to finish within the time limit)
Courses (2 options):
★ Shiraoi Course: approx. 1 hour
★ Kojohama Course: approx. 2 hours
Shiraoi Course Quiz
Adult Division
1．At the entrance of the Sendai Domain Shiraoi Jinya Museum, there is a stone sign that reads “Sendai Domain Shiraoi Jinya Museum.” What is the completion date written on the back of this stone sign?
2. How many steps are there on the stairs on the north side of the “free passage” at Shiraoi Station?
3. Near the “Shiraoi Creative Space Kura,” there is a sign that says “The path walked by ○○.” Who is the person introduced on the sign?
4. In the Omachi shopping street, next to the stone monument that says “Roofless Museum Street,” there is a round clock object. How many birds are perched on it?
5. Above the office entrance of the “Poroto no Mori Information Center,” there is a carved wooden sign that says “Shiraoi Furusato 2000 Year Forest.” What animal is carved on the sign?
Children’s Division
1. On the graphic concrete walls at the entrance of Upopoy (National Ainu Museum and Park), how many deer with antlers are there?
2. How many steps are there on the stairs on the south side of the “free passage” at Shiraoi Station?
3. On the first floor, near the entrance, of the Shiraoi Town Central Community Center, how many carved wooden owls are there?
4. In front of “Rana Pirika” restaurant in the Omachi shopping street, there is a horse statue. Is the horse facing Tomakomai or Noboribetsu?
Kojohama Course Quiz
Adult Division
1. The single-seat benches in the Kojohama Station building come in four colors: orange (2 benches), light blue, green, and one more color. What is the remaining color?
2. On the Yutara-go bus timetable (both sides) in front of Ayoro Onsen, how many “Yutara-kun” characters are there?
3. How many vertical lines are there on the tail of the guardian dog (komainu) on the left side of Kojohama Shrine?
4. On the sign by the pond in the Shinsui park, what does it say should not be put into the pond?
5. Just after entering the entrance gate of Natural Skincare Garden, there is a gate with bells. How many wooden square lattices are there under the bell on the right?
Children’s Division
1. On the window next to the entrance of Kojohama Station, there is a blue sign. What altitude (in meters above sea level) is written on it?
2. How many stone owls are at the entrance of Ayoro Onsen?
3. On the face-in photo board in front of Tarako-ya Kojohama, how many tarako characters holding rice are there?
4. What color is the flag in front of the entrance of Tairyo Banya Kojohama?
Eligibility
★ Children’s Division: Junior high school students and under
★ Adult Division: High school students and above
How to Participate (Free)
Step 1: Check the quiz questions on the Shiraoi Tourism Association website or flyers.
Step 2: Travel around town while solving the quiz! Record your answers on paper or your phone.
Step 3: Head to Poroto Mintara for a prize drawing and win items such as Shiraoi beef!
Lottery Rules
★ Get one draw per course if all answers are correct
(If you don’t know or get a question wrong, you can use the “I ♡ Shiraoi” card once per course.)
※ “I ♡ Shiraoi” Card: Write what you love or recommend about Shiraoi on a card available at Poroto Mintara.
★ Complete 1 course → 1 draw
★ Complete 2 courses → 2 draws
★ Bonus: Pick up 500g or more of trash → +1 extra draw!
Prizes
We’ve prepared wonderful prizes for all participants!
Please note: prizes are available while supplies last.
Adult Division
★ Shiraoi Beef Prize (¥10,000 value) – 2 winners
★ Poroto Mintara Prize (Shiraoi specialty products, ¥10,000 value) – 2 winners
★ SNS Prize – 1 winner
(Follow Poroto Mintara on Instagram, like the quiz rally post, and comment your favorite or recommended things about Shiraoi to win Shiraoi beef worth ¥10,000)
★ Gift Card ¥1,000 – 15 winners
★ Gift Card ¥500 – 30 winners
※ Gift cards are valid until May 31, 2026
★ Participation Prize (pin badge or tissue) – unlimited
Children’s Division
★ Soft Serve Ice Cream Ticket (¥350) – 10 winners
★ Participation Prize (a small selection of snacks) – unlimited
The Shiraoi Quiz Rally is a great way to discover the charm of the town while enjoying sightseeing!
Take in the beautiful scenery, taste delicious local food, and spend special moments with your family and friends.
Plus, you can contribute to the community by picking up trash!
We look forward to your participation!
