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Charichari's Community Support Campaign

In collaboration with JA Kumamoto Seikyo, Charichari, the share bike service based in Fukuoka, has announced an initiative titled ‘Ride to Eat: Support Kumamoto Campaign’ aimed at bolstering local recovery efforts following the Kumamoto earthquake that struck on July 28, 2026. This innovative campaign is set to launch on August 26, 2026, and will run until September 24, 2026.

The first phase of the campaign encourages participants to ride electric assist bicycles for a total of 20 minutes. Among those who meet this requirement, three lucky winners will be selected to receive a delicious gift: a Kumamoto Rindō Pork BBQ set valued at approximately 3,000 yen. This celebration of local delicacies not only promotes the rich culinary offerings of Kumamoto but also supports local producers and the overarching agricultural community.

Charichari aims to use this campaign as a platform to continue promoting the charms of Kumamoto, showcasing its gastronomic heritage while nurturing the long-term revitalization of the region affected by the earthquake. The overarching goal is to turn this initiative into a sustainable effort, one that allows individuals nationwide to connect with Kumamoto's offerings and lend support in a fun and engaging way.

Campaign Details

• - Campaign Name: Ride to Eat: Support Kumamoto Campaign - Phase 1
• - Duration: August 26, 2026 - September 24, 2026
• - Prize Description: A Kumamoto Rindō Pork BBQ set (for three participants, provided by JA Kumamoto Seikyo)
• - Eligible Areas: All service areas including Fukuoka, Nagoya, Tokyo, Kumamoto, Kiyū, Kurume, Kuwana, Saga, Amakusa, and Otsu in Kyoto.
• - How to Participate:

1. Access the application form at this link, fill in the necessary details, and submit.
2. During the campaign duration, participants must ride electric bicycles for a cumulative total of over 20 minutes to qualify for the抽選 (lottery).
Note: The order in which steps 1 and 2 are completed does not matter. Rides taken before entry will still count towards the cumulative time, and participants can check their ride history via the app.

Further details can be found on the Charichari blog.

Looking ahead, the campaign’s phase two and three are already being planned, demonstrating Charichari's commitment to not only providing short-term assistance but also fostering ongoing engagements with the vibrant culinary ecosystem of Kumamoto.

About Charichari

Charichari offers an innovative and convenient cycling solution via its smartphone app, allowing users to unlock unique red bicycles with ease. The service started in February 2018 and has since gathered a remarkable usage count of over 49 million rides, emphasizing its growth and community acceptance.

In addition to electric bicycles available at 20.5 yen per minute, traditional bikes can be rented for 6.5 yen per minute, providing an accessible and flexible solution for everyday travel across various regions including Fukuoka and parts of Tokyo and Nagoya.

Charichari also offers safety-certified helmets available for purchase online, supporting safe riding education campaigns aimed at fostering a safe urban mobility experience.

For further information on Charichari, including their online store and support programs for local businesses interested in becoming bike ports, please visit their official website. Join us in supporting Kumamoto’s recovery through cycling and indulging in local flavors!