Free Hanshinkan Modernism Booklet “A Journey Through Memories” Available Plus a Sticker Rally

It looks like a free booklet about Hanshinkan Modernism, titled “A Journey Through Town, Weaving Memories,” has been available since October 1 at stations along the Hanshin and Hankyu lines, Ashiya City Hall, and other locations. A sticker rally also kicked off on the same day 📖

Image courtesy of the Hankyu Railway press release

A Journey Through Town, Weaving Memories / Sticker Rally

When is it?

Booklet distribution begins: Thursday, October 1, 2026
※Available while supplies last

Sticker rally: Thursday, October 1–Monday, November 30, 2026
※Sticker distribution at Catholic Shukugawa Church begins on Tuesday, October 6

Where is it happening?

Where to pick up the booklet
Hanshin Railway stations, major Hankyu Railway stations, Ashiya City Hall, and other locations

Where to collect the stickers
◎Ashiya: Former Miyazukecho Housing (Tea Saloon MUSICA), HONEY BUNNY, ASHIYA EVIAN COFFEE SHOP
◎Nishinomiya: Catholic Shukugawa Church (Parish Hall), Elberun, Au Bon Gâteau Bigot

What can you do?

• Pick up a free 10-page A4 booklet featuring plenty of photos of Hanshinkan Modernist architecture and confectionery shops 📖
• It includes a suggested itinerary, scrapbook spaces where you can record memories from your trip, and photography tips 📷
• Join a sticker rally that takes you to the six locations featured in the booklet. Each stop offers an original sticker inspired by Modernist architecture or sweets 🏛️
• Complete a survey for a chance to be one of five winners who receive an assortment of popular products from the featured shops. Collect all six stickers and enter the keyword to improve your chances of winning 🎁

How much does it cost?

Free (both the booklet and stickers)
※A purchase or order is required at participating food and beverage establishments

How many are available?

30,000 copies (10,000 with the sticker rally; 20,000 without)

How to participate

No registration is required. Simply pick up a booklet at one of the distribution locations. To receive a sticker, tell the staff at checkout, “I’m participating in the sticker rally.”

Click here for event details (PR TIMES)

Final Thoughts

A route that lets you enjoy Hanshinkan Modernist architecture and sweets together sounds like a pretty great day out. The booklet is free and even includes scrapbook spaces and photography tips, which is a nice bonus. The sticker rally runs through November 30, so why not collect them while enjoying an autumn outing?