Information processing method, information processing device, and information processing program

Abstract

To improve the usability of stamp rallies. [Solution] In the information processing method, an information processing device performs the following processes: accepting a fee for a user to participate in a stamp rally; associating the stamp sheet used in the stamp rally with the user; and granting a benefit to the user when the user completes the stamp rally.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an information processing method, an information processing device, and an information processing program. [Background technology]

[0002] Generally, stamp rallies are one of the methods for promoting sales of products or the provision of services, etc. As a system for implementing stamp rallies, a system has been proposed in which stamp rallies are implemented electronically using the information processing terminals of users (stamp rally participants), for example.

[0003] For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a system for providing a stamp rally in which users of an electronic payment service participate. This stamp rally providing system includes an identification means for identifying the type of medium used by the user of the electronic payment service, a creation means for creating a stamp book for the user so that stamp conditions according to the type are set, an update means for updating the stamp book so that stamps are placed in the stamp book based on the user's actions, and an award means for awarding the user a reward according to the achievement status of the stamp book. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2023-020697 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] The technology disclosed herein aims to improve the usability of stamp rallies. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] In an information processing method according to an aspect of the present disclosure, an information processing deviceBefore setting the rally target The system performs a process of accepting the fee for participating in the stamp rally, a process of associating the stamp sheet used in the stamp rally with the user, and a process of granting a benefit to the user when the user completes the stamp rally. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] According to the present disclosure, the usability of stamp rallies can be improved. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0008] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an outline of the configuration of an information processing system. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the functional configuration of a management device, a user terminal, a payment device, and a business device. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a hardware configuration of a management device. [Figure 4] FIG. 1 is a flow chart showing the main steps of a stamp rally implementation method according to a first embodiment. [Figure 5A] FIG. 1 is a process flow diagram showing steps of a stamp rally implementation method according to a first embodiment. [Figure 5B] FIG. 1 is a process flow diagram showing steps of a stamp rally implementation method according to a first embodiment. [Figure 5C] FIG. 1 is a process flow diagram showing steps of a stamp rally implementation method according to a first embodiment. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen on which a plurality of stamp rallies are listed. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen on which a standard format stamp sheet is displayed. [Figure 8] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen displaying a bingo-style stamp sheet. [Figure 9] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen displaying a stamp sheet in a sugoroku format. [Figure 10]FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen on which stamps are given to rally targets on a standard format stamp sheet. [Figure 11] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen on which a bonus application button is displayed on a standard stamp sheet when a stamp rally is completed. [Figure 12] FIG. 10 is a flow chart showing the main steps of a stamp rally implementation method according to a second embodiment. [Figure 13A] FIG. 10 is a process flow diagram showing the steps of a stamp rally implementation method according to a second embodiment. [Figure 13B] FIG. 10 is a process flow diagram showing the steps of a stamp rally implementation method according to a second embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0009] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In this specification and the drawings, components having substantially the same functional configurations are designated by the same reference numerals, and redundant description will be omitted.

[0010] <Configuration of Information Processing System 1> FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram showing an outline of the configuration of an information processing system 1 according to this embodiment. The information processing system 1 is a system for implementing stamp rallies, and implements stamp rallies according to first to third embodiments, which will be described later, as examples. The stamp rally according to the first embodiment is characterized in that users are charged for participation in the stamp rally, and may be referred to as a "paid stamp rally" in the following description. The stamp rally according to the second embodiment is characterized in that the conditions for achieving the rally objects that are the subject of the stamp rally are based on chance, and may be referred to as a "contingency-condition stamp rally" in the following description. The stamp rally according to the third embodiment is a stamp rally that has the characteristics of both a paid stamp rally and a contingency-condition stamp rally.

[0011] The information processing system 1 has a management device 10, a user terminal 20, a payment device 30, and a business operator device 40. The management device 10, the user terminal 20, the payment device 30, and the business operator device 40 are configured to be connectable via a network 50. In this embodiment, for the sake of simplicity, only one management device 10, one user terminal 20, one payment device 30, and one business operator device 40 are illustrated, but the information processing system 1 may include multiple management devices 10, multiple user terminals 20, multiple payment devices 30, and multiple business operator devices 40.

[0012] The devices and terminals in the information processing system 1 may be used depending on the type of stamp rally to be held. For example, as will be described later, if participation in the stamp rally requires payment, the payment device 30 may be used, and if participation in the stamp rally is free, the payment device 30 may be omitted.

[0013] The management device 10 is an information processing device of an administrator (hereinafter sometimes referred to as the "rally administrator") who provides stamp rally services, and includes, for example, a server computer, a PC (Personal Computer), etc. In this embodiment, the rally administrator is the organizer of the stamp rally. The management device 10 can provide a platform for the stamp rally service. Note that the management device 10 is not limited to the above, and may be any device that can realize the functions described in this disclosure.

[0014] The user terminal 20 is an information processing terminal carried by a user participating in the stamp rally, and includes, for example, a smartphone, a tablet terminal, a PC, etc. In response to a user's operation, the user terminal 20 performs processing to use the stamp rally service provided by the management device 10. Note that the user terminal 20 is not limited to the above, and may be any device that can realize the functions described in this disclosure.

[0015] The payment device 30 is an information processing device of a payment service provider that settles the user's participation fee for the stamp rally and the purchase of merchandise at the spot, and includes, for example, a server computer, a PC, etc. The payment device 30 settles the participation fee for the stamp rally based on payment information acquired from the user terminal 20. Furthermore, when the business operator device 40 is installed in a store or a restaurant, the payment device 30 settles the purchase of merchandise at the spot based on payment information acquired from the business operator device 40. The payment device 30 is not limited to the above, and may be any device that can realize the functions described in this disclosure.

[0016] The business operator device 40 is an information processing device of a business operator that is a target of the stamp rally (hereinafter, sometimes referred to as a "rally target business operator"), and includes, for example, at least one of a server computer, PC, smartphone, tablet terminal, etc. In response to an operation by the rally target business operator, the business operator device 40 provides information necessary for the stamp rally to the management device 10, the user terminal 20, and the payment device 30. Note that the business operator device 40 is not limited to the above, as long as it is a device that can realize the functions described in this disclosure.

[0017] The network 50 is not particularly limited as long as it is capable of carrying out communication. The network 50 may be, for example, the Internet, a wired LAN (Local Area Network), a wireless LAN, a public line network, or a mobile data communication network.

[0018] Next, a description will be given of the functional configuration of the management device 10, the user terminal 20, the payment device 30, and the business operator device 40, as well as the hardware configuration of the management device 10, the user terminal 20, the payment device 30, and the business operator device 40. Fig. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the functional configuration of the management device 10, the user terminal 20, the payment device 30, and the business operator device 40. Fig. 3 is a block diagram showing an example of the hardware configuration of the management device 10.

[0019] (Functional configuration of management device 10) The following describes the main functional configuration of the management device 10. As shown in FIG.

[0020] The communication unit 11 is a communication interface that mediates communication with the network 50, and performs data communication with the user terminal 20, the payment device 30, and the business operator device .

[0021] The control unit 12 has an information receiving unit 100, a specification setting unit 101, a sheet creation unit 102, a stamp providing unit 103, and a bonus providing unit 104. The control unit 12 controls the management device 10 by reading a program (software) stored in the storage unit 13 and executing commands included in the program. Specifically, the control unit 12 performs the functions of each of the units 100 to 104 by operating in accordance with the program. The functions of each of the units 100 to 104 will be described later.

[0022] The storage unit 13 stores various data to be processed by the management device 10 and various programs for controlling the management device 10. The storage unit 13 may be an external storage device connected to the management device 10.

[0023] The information receiving unit 100 receives various information from the user terminal 20, the payment device 30, and the business operator device 40, and records the information in the storage unit 13.

[0024] The specification setting unit 101 sets the specifications for the stamp rally. As examples of the specifications for the stamp rally, the specification setting unit 101 sets the following (1) to (6). The method for setting these specifications for the stamp rally will be described later. The specifications for the stamp rally set by the specification setting unit 101 are stored in the memory unit 13. (1) Stamp rally participation fee (2) Stamp sheet format (3) Stamp rally candidates (4) Rally target achievement conditions (stamp award conditions) (5) Stamp Rally Benefits (6) Stamp Rally Period

[0025] The sheet creation unit 102 creates a stamp sheet including rally objects selected and set by the user from the rally object candidates set by the specification setting unit 101. In other words, the stamp sheet created by the sheet creation unit 102 is associated with the user. The stamp sheet created by the sheet creation unit 102 is stored in the memory unit 13.

[0026] When the user achieves the achievement condition for a rally object, the stamp granting unit 103 grants a stamp to the rally object. Specifically, the stamp granting unit 103 grants a stamp to the rally object on the stamp sheet displayed on the user terminal 20.

[0027] The reward granting unit 104 grants a reward to the user when the user completes the stamp rally. Specifically, the reward granting unit 104 causes the user terminal 20 to present the details of the reward.

[0028] (Hardware configuration of management device 10) The following describes the hardware configuration of the management device 10. As shown in Fig. 3, the management device 10 has a bus 200, a processor 201, a memory 202, a storage 203, a communication device 204, an input device 205, and an output device 206. The processor 201, the memory 202, the storage 203, the communication device 204, the input device 205, and the output device 206 are connected to one another via the bus 200.

[0029] The management device 10 realizes the functions of the control unit 12 described above through cooperation of the processor 201, memory 202, storage 203, communication device 204, input device 205, and output device 206. The memory 202 and storage 203 are examples of hardware that realizes the storage unit 13. The communication device 204 is an example of hardware that realizes the communication unit 11.

[0030] The processor 201 functions as an arithmetic processing unit, and executes instructions included in a program to control all or part of the operations within the management device 10. The processor 201 may be, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a microprocessor, or the like.

[0031] The memory 202 temporarily stores programs, data to be processed by the programs, etc. The memory 202 may be, for example, a random access memory (RAM), a read only memory (ROM), or the like.

[0032] The storage 203 stores programs and various data, and may be, for example, a flash memory, a hard disk drive (HDD), or a solid state drive (SSD).

[0033] The communication device 204 is a communication interface configured with a communication device for connecting to the network 50, etc.

[0034] The input device 205 is an input device for receiving input operations from the rally manager, and is composed of, for example, hardware keys such as a keyboard, a pointing device such as a mouse, a touch panel, a touch pad, and the like.

[0035] The output device 206 is an output device for presenting information to the rally manager, and is composed of, for example, a display device such as a display, and an audio output device such as a speaker and headphones.

[0036] The input device 205 and the output device 206 may be integrated in part or in whole, and in such a case, a touch panel display in which the touch panel and the display are integrated may be used.

[0037] Note that the components of the management device 10 of this embodiment are not limited to the above examples. For example, each component may be configured using general-purpose components, or may be configured using hardware specialized for the function of each component. The hardware configuration used can be changed as appropriate depending on the technical level at the time of implementing this embodiment.

[0038] The program of the present embodiment may be provided in a state stored in a computer-readable storage medium. The storage medium may be, for example, a hard disk drive (HDD), a solid state drive (SSD), or various types of memory. The program may also be distributed, for example, via a network without using a storage medium.

[0039] (Functional configuration of user terminal 20) The following describes the main functional configuration of the user terminal 20. As shown in FIG.

[0040] The communication unit 21 is a communication interface that mediates communication with the network 50, and performs data communication with the management device 10, the payment device 30, and the business operator device 40. The communication unit 21 also includes, for example, a GPS (Global Positioning System) receiving module. The user terminal 20 acquires location information of the current location of the user terminal 20 based on the GPS signal received by the communication unit 21.

[0041] The control unit 22 controls the user terminal 20 by reading a program (software) stored in the storage unit 23 and executing instructions included in the program.

[0042] The control unit 22 executes a stamp rally application (app) used on the user terminal 20, or executes a web browser application to access a website that provides the stamp rally. The control unit 22 also derives location information of the current location of the user terminal 20 based on a GPS signal received by the communication unit 21. The control unit 22 also acquires user information input by the user and records it in the storage unit 23.

[0043] The storage unit 23 stores various data to be processed by the user terminal 20 and various programs for controlling the user terminal 20. The storage unit 23 may be an external storage device connected to the user terminal 20.

[0044] The display unit 24 displays a stamp rally application or the like used on the user terminal 20. The display unit 24 is also configured to allow the user to operate the application, and receives input from the user.

[0045] (Hardware configuration of user terminal 20) The hardware configuration of the user terminal 20 is the same as the hardware configuration of the management device 10 shown in Fig. 3. That is, the user terminal 20 has a bus 200, a processor 201, a memory 202, a storage 203, a communication device 204, an input device 205, and an output device 206.

[0046] The user terminal 20 realizes the functions of the control unit 22 described above through cooperation of the processor 201, memory 202, storage 203, communication device 204, input device 205, and output device 206. The memory 202 and storage 203 are examples of hardware that realizes the storage unit 23. The communication device 204 is an example of hardware that realizes the communication unit 21. The input device 205 and output device 206 are examples of hardware that realize the display unit 24.

[0047] Furthermore, the hardware configuration of the user terminal 20 is changed as appropriate depending on the configuration of the device being used.

[0048] (Functional configuration of payment device 30) The following describes the main functional configuration of the payment device 30. As shown in FIG.

[0049] The communication unit 31 is a communication interface that mediates communication with the network 50, and performs data communication with the management device 10, the user terminal 20, and the provider device .

[0050] The control unit 32 controls the payment device 30 by reading a program (software) stored in the storage unit 33 and executing instructions included in the program.

[0051] The control unit 32 performs payment processing based on payment information received from the user terminal 20 or the business operator device 40. The payment method is arbitrary, but a known electronic payment method is used. The control unit 32 also records the payment information in the storage unit 33.

[0052] The storage unit 33 stores various data processed by the payment device 30 and various programs for controlling the payment device 30. The storage unit 33 may be an external storage device connected to the payment device 30.

[0053] (Hardware configuration of payment device 30) The hardware configuration of the business operator device 40 is the same as the hardware configuration of the management device 10 shown in Fig. 3. That is, the payment device 30 has a bus 200, a processor 201, a memory 202, a storage 203, a communication device 204, an input device 205, and an output device 206.

[0054] The payment device 30 realizes the functions of the control unit 32 described above through cooperation of the processor 201, memory 202, storage 203, communication device 204, input device 205, and output device 206. The memory 202 and storage 203 are examples of hardware that realizes the storage unit 33. The communication device 204 is an example of hardware that realizes the communication unit 31.

[0055] Furthermore, the hardware configuration of the payment device 30 is changed as appropriate depending on the configuration of the device used.

[0056] (Functional configuration of business operator device 40) The following describes the main functional configuration of the business operator device 40. As shown in FIG.

[0057] The communication unit 41 is a communication interface that mediates communication with the network 50 , and performs data communication with the management device 10 , the user terminal 20 , and the payment device 30 .

[0058] The control unit 42 controls the business operator device 40 by reading a program (software) stored in the storage unit 43 and executing instructions included in the program.

[0059] When the business operator device 40 is installed in a spot such as a store, restaurant, tourist spot, or park, the control unit 42 performs a payment function between the business operator device 40 and the user terminal 20. The payment function may be any function for proceeding with a payment. For example, the payment function may be CPM (Customer Presented Mode), MPM (Merchant Presented Mode), or another payment method. The control unit 42 also records payment information in the storage unit 43.

[0060] When the provider device 40 is installed at a sports venue, an event venue, or the like, the control unit 42 acquires information about the achievement conditions of the rally target, i.e., information about the achievement status. The control unit 42 also records the acquired achievement information in the storage unit 43.

[0061] The storage unit 43 stores various data processed by the business operator device 40 and various programs for controlling the business operator device 40. The storage unit 43 may be an external storage device connected to the business operator device 40.

[0062] (Hardware configuration of business operator device 40) The hardware configuration of the business operator device 40 is the same as the hardware configuration of the management device 10 shown in Fig. 3. That is, the business operator device 40 has a bus 200, a processor 201, a memory 202, a storage 203, a communication device 204, an input device 205, and an output device 206.

[0063] The business operator device 40 realizes the functions of the control unit 42 described above through cooperation of the processor 201, memory 202, storage 203, communication device 204, input device 205, and output device 206. The memory 202 and storage 203 are examples of hardware that realizes the storage unit 43. The communication device 204 is an example of hardware that realizes the communication unit 41.

[0064] Furthermore, the hardware configuration of the business operator device 40 is changed as appropriate depending on the configuration of the device used.

[0065] <Information Processing Method According to First Embodiment> Next, a description will be given of an information processing method (a method for implementing a stamp rally) according to a first embodiment, which is performed using the information processing system 1 configured as above. In the first embodiment, a paid stamp rally in which users are charged for participation in the stamp rally will be described.

[0066] The main steps of the stamp rally implementation method according to the first embodiment are as follows (S1) to (S7) as shown in FIG. 4. (S1) The management device 10 sets the specifications of the stamp rally (participation fee, rally target candidates, etc.). (S2) The user pays the participation fee for the stamp rally. (S3) The user sets the target of the stamp rally. (S4) The management device 10 creates a stamp sheet including the rally objects set by the user. (S5) The user participates in a stamp rally. (S6) When the achievement condition of the rally object is achieved, the management device 10 gives a stamp to the rally object. (S7) When the stamp rally is completed, the management device 10 grants a reward.

[0067] 5A to 5C are process flow diagrams showing the steps of a method for implementing a stamp rally. The process flow shown in Fig. 5A to 5C is a continuous process flow, and includes steps from advance preparation for a stamp rally to the implementation of the stamp rally. Note that the stamp rally in this disclosure includes these advance preparations and implementation.

[0068] First, the user inputs user information into the user terminal 20. Then, the user terminal 20 transmits the user information to the management device 10 (step S11). In the management device 10, the information receiving unit 100 receives the user information and registers it in the storage unit 13 (step S12).

[0069] The user information is not limited to any information associated with a user, but includes, for example, user attribute information. User attribute information includes, for example, the user's name, user ID, age, gender, email address, address, etc. The user information may also include the user's past participation history and progress in stamp rallies, the user's past behavioral history (product purchase history, service usage history), etc.

[0070] Furthermore, in management device 10, the rally administrator inputs the stamp rally specifications, and specification setting unit 101 sets the specifications for the stamp rally (step S13). As described above, specification setting unit 101 sets the following (1) to (6) and records them in storage unit 13. Note that these (1) to (6) are only part of the stamp rally specifications, and in reality specifications for other items are also set. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the rally administrator sets the stamp rally specifications, but the rally target business may also set the stamp rally specifications. (1) Stamp rally participation fee (2) Stamp sheet format (3) Stamp rally candidates (4) Rally target achievement conditions (stamp award conditions) (5) Stamp Rally Benefits (6) Stamp Rally Period

[0071] 6 to 9 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of a screen displayed on the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20, with FIG. 6 showing an example in which multiple stamp rallies are listed, and FIGS. 7 to 9 showing examples of stamp sheets used in each stamp rally. In this embodiment, multiple stamp rallies are listed as shown in FIG. 6, and the user selects which stamp rally to participate in. The user then carries out the stamp rally based on the stamp sheets shown in FIGS. 7 to 9.

[0072] (1) Stamp rally participation fee The participation fee for a stamp rally is set for each stamp rally (stamp sheet). The participation fee may be set for each individual stamp rally, as in this embodiment, or may be a flat-rate (subscription) system. In the flat-rate system, for example, by paying a predetermined participation fee, one can participate in a predetermined number of stamp rallies within a predetermined period. Furthermore, a minimum participation fee for a stamp rally may be set, or the user may be allowed to specify an amount above the minimum.

[0073] Furthermore, the participation fee for a stamp rally may be set according to the number of times a user participates in the stamp rally. For example, if the same user participates in the same stamp rally multiple times, the regular participation fee may be charged for the first participation, but the participation fee may be discounted for the second and subsequent participations. As described above, the memory unit 13 stores user IDs and stamp rally participation histories in association with each other as user information, so it is possible to know the number of times the same user has participated in the same stamp rally.

[0074] The participation fee for the stamp rally can be set arbitrarily, and there are various conditions for setting the fee, such as the number of rally participants, the number of rally participants, the conditions for achieving the rally, and special benefits.

[0075] For example, one of the cost setting conditions is the number of rally targets. The number of rally targets is the number of rally targets required on the stamp sheet before a benefit is awarded (in other words, the number of rally targets). For example, the higher the participation fee, the fewer the number of rally targets, and the lower the participation fee, the more the number of rally targets. As an example, if the participation fee is 1,000 yen, the number of rally targets from which stamps must be acquired is 10, but if the participation fee is 2,000 yen, the number of rally targets from which stamps must be acquired may be set to 5.

[0076] Furthermore, for example, if the participation fee is high, stamps may be assigned to a predetermined number of rally targets in a predetermined rally target slot before the stamp rally begins. In other words, if the participation fee is high, there may be fewer rally targets from which stamps can be acquired. For example, if there are 10 rally target slots and the participation fee is 1,000 yen, there are 10 rally targets from which stamps can be acquired. However, if the participation fee is 2,000 yen, stamps may be assigned to three rally targets in advance, and the number of rally targets to be acquired may be set to seven. In this case, the user may be able to select the rally targets to which stamps will be assigned.

[0077] For example, one of the cost setting conditions is the number of rally target candidates. The number of rally target candidates is the number of rally target candidates that can be set on the stamp sheet. In this embodiment, the user selects and sets rally targets from among the rally target candidates, and the higher the participation cost, the more rally target candidates there are, and the lower the participation cost, the fewer rally target candidates there are. As an example, if there are 10 rally target slots and the participation cost is 1,000 yen, there are 20 rally target candidates, but if the participation cost is 2,000 yen, the number of rally target candidates may be set to 30.

[0078] For example, one of the cost setting conditions is the condition for achieving a rally target. The condition for achieving a rally target is the condition for earning a stamp. For example, the higher the participation fee, the lower the difficulty of the condition for achieving the rally target, and vice versa. As an example, if the participation fee is 1,000 yen, you may need to spend 10,000 yen at a certain store to earn a stamp, but if the participation fee is 2,000 yen, you may need to spend 5,000 yen at that store to earn a stamp.

[0079] For example, one of the cost setting conditions is a reward. For example, the higher the participation fee, the larger the reward, and the lower the participation fee, the smaller the reward. For example, if the participation fee is 1,000 yen, the reward for completing the stamp rally may be a 10% off coupon, but if the participation fee is 2,000 yen, the reward may be a 20% off coupon.

[0080] Furthermore, when setting the participation fee for a stamp rally, the conditions for achieving the rally object may be weighted. For example, the more difficult the conditions for achieving the rally object, the lower the participation fee, and the lower the difficulty, the higher the participation fee. Alternatively, the amount or points of the rally object may be set according to the difficulty of the conditions for achieving the rally object, and the participation fee may be set according to the total amount or points of the rally object selected by the user.

[0081] Furthermore, when setting the participation fee for a stamp rally, for example, a basic fee may be set and then additional fees may be added depending on the difficulty of the conditions for achieving the rally target. For example, the more difficult the conditions for achieving the rally target, the lower the additional fee, and the lower the difficulty, the higher the additional fee.

[0082] The participation fee for the stamp rally set as above is displayed for each stamp rally on the screen of the display unit 24 shown in FIG.

[0083] The participation fee for the stamp rally may be divided between the rally administrator and the rally participating businesses. The division ratio can be set arbitrarily. For example, the division ratio of the participation fee may be set based on a processing fee or consumption tax.

[0084] (2) Stamp sheet format The stamp sheet may be in any format, but in this embodiment, it is selected from a standard format, a bingo format, and a sugoroku format.

[0085] A standard stamp sheet is a stamp sheet on which a predetermined number of rally objects are arranged, as shown in FIG. 7, and the arrangement is arbitrary. Then, when stamps are awarded for all rally objects, a bonus is awarded. Note that a bonus may also be awarded when stamps are awarded for a predetermined percentage of rally objects on a standard stamp sheet.

[0086] A bingo-style stamp sheet is a stamp sheet on which N x N rally objects (3 x 3 in the illustrated example) are arranged, as shown in FIG. 8. When a stamp is awarded to a rally object in a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal row, a bonus is awarded. An additional bonus may be awarded for each additional stamp row. Note that a bingo-style stamp sheet may have a "Free" symbol in the center, as shown in the illustrated example, and no rally objects may be placed. In such a case, bingo is more likely to occur. Also, a bingo-style stamp sheet may have a rally object placed in the illustrated "Free" position. This enhances the gameplay by allowing the difficulty of achieving the bonus to be adjusted depending on the placement of the rally objects. Also, a bingo-style stamp sheet may be three-dimensional. In such a case, a bonus is awarded when a stamp is awarded to a row of rally objects in three-dimensional space.

[0087] A sugoroku-style stamp sheet is a stamp sheet in which rally objects are arranged in a line, as shown in Figure 9. The start and goal are fixed, and the order in which stamps are awarded is also fixed. In other words, the rally objects must be completed in order from the start to the goal. Once stamps have been awarded to all rally objects from the start to the goal, a bonus is awarded. Note that in a sugoroku-style stamp sheet, a bonus may be awarded when a stamp is awarded to a rally object in a predetermined location, or a bonus may be awarded multiple times in stages.

[0088] In each type of stamp sheet, the number of rally target slots may be set based on the participation fee for the stamp rally. As described above, the higher the participation fee, the fewer the rally target slots may be, and the lower the participation fee, the more rally target slots may be. Also, as described above, for example, if the participation fee is high, stamps may be given to a predetermined number of rally targets in a predetermined rally target slot before the stamp rally begins.

[0089] On the screen of the display unit 24 shown in FIGS. 7 to 9, rally objects are arranged in "Square Setting", and the conditions for achieving each rally object are displayed in "Mission Setting".

[0090] (3) Stamp rally candidates The method of selecting candidates for the stamp rally is arbitrary, and there are various selection conditions, such as the conditions set by the rally target business (rally administrator) and the user's preferences.

[0091] For example, one of the candidate selection conditions is a condition set by the rally target business (rally administrator). Specifically, if the business device 40 is installed in a spot such as a store, restaurant, tourist spot, or park, a rally target whose achievement condition is to visit the spot or purchase a product at the spot may be selected as a candidate. Also, a discount or advertisement for the spot may be selected as a candidate rally target. The user achieves the rally target achievement condition by, for example, tapping (clicking) on ​​the discount or advertisement for the spot displayed on the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20. Note that if an advertisement for the spot is set as a rally target, the rally administrator can receive advertising fees in addition to the participation fee for the stamp rally.

[0092] For example, one of the conditions for selecting candidates is the user's preferences. In step S12, spots previously selected and set by the user may be recognized based on the user's participation history and progress in past stamp rallies stored in the storage unit 13, and rally target candidates may be selected based on the spots. Alternatively, in step S12, rally target candidates may be extracted based on the user's past behavioral history stored in the storage unit 13. The behavioral history includes, as described above, product purchase history (payment history), service usage history (payment history), and the like.

[0093] The number of rally target candidates may be set based on the participation fee for the stamp rally. As described above, the higher the participation fee, the more rally target candidate there may be, and the lower the participation fee, the fewer the rally target candidate there may be.

[0094] (4) Rally target achievement conditions (stamp award conditions) The method for setting the conditions for achieving the rally objects in a stamp rally is arbitrary. For example, the conditions for achieving the rally objects may be set based on the participation fee for the stamp rally. As described above, the higher the participation fee, the lower the difficulty of the conditions for achieving the rally objects, and the lower the participation fee, the higher the difficulty of the conditions for achieving the rally objects.

[0095] (5) Stamp Rally Benefits The method for setting the rewards for the stamp rally is arbitrary. For example, the rewards may be set based on the participation fee for the stamp rally. As described above, the rewards may be larger the higher the participation fee, and smaller the rewards may be smaller the lower the participation fee.

[0096] The rewards may also be set based on the difficulty of the rally target achievement conditions. For example, even if the participation fee is constant, the rewards may be larger the more difficult the rally target achievement conditions are, and smaller the more difficult the conditions are.

[0097] The reward may also be given to users who complete the stamp rally on a first-come, first-served basis. This first-come, first-served basis can motivate users to complete the stamp rally as quickly as possible, thereby increasing the rate at which users complete the stamp rally.

[0098] The set stamp rally benefits are displayed for each stamp rally on the screen of the display unit 24 shown in FIG.

[0099] (6) Stamp Rally Period The duration of the stamp rally is set arbitrarily by the rally administrator and the rally participating businesses. The set duration of the stamp rally is displayed for each stamp rally on the screen of the display unit 24 shown in Fig. 6. In the example shown, the number of remaining days in which participation in the stamp rally is possible is displayed.

[0100] In this embodiment, the management device 10 sets the specifications for the stamp rally, but for example, (3) the candidates for the stamp rally and (4) the conditions for achieving the rally (conditions for granting stamps) may be set by the rally target business, by the user, or by a user other than the user. In other words, the conditions for achieving the rally target may be fixed and set by the management device 10, or may be selectable and set by the user.

[0101] After the advance preparations in steps S11 to S13 have been carried out as described above, the stamp rally service using the information processing system 1 is started.

[0102] Next, when the user performs a predetermined operation on the user terminal 20, a stamp rally application is launched (step S14). When the application is launched, multiple stamp rallies are displayed on the display unit 24 as shown in FIG. 6. Any items may be displayed for each stamp rally, but as an example, the stamp rally ID (first to third stamp rallies in the illustrated example), benefits, progress (0% in the illustrated example), duration (number of remaining days in the illustrated example), and participation fee are displayed. Note that the stamp rally is not limited to an application on the user terminal 20, and may be launched using, for example, a web browser.

[0103] Next, the user selects a stamp rally to participate in from among the multiple first to third stamp rallies shown in FIG. 6 (step S15). The user then applies for (enters) participation in the selected stamp rally. The user terminal 20 transmits a notification of the application to participate in the stamp rally to the management device 10 (step S16). At this time, the notification of the application to participate may include information that can identify the user. The information accepting unit 100 in the management device 10 accepts the user's application to participate and records it in the storage unit 13 in association with the user (step S17).

[0104] Next, the user pays the participation fee for the selected stamp rally (step S18). The user terminal 20 transmits the payment information to the payment device 30 (step S19). The payment device 30 performs payment processing based on the payment information (step S20). When the payment processing is completed, the payment device 30 transmits payment completion information to the management device 10 (step S21). In the management device 10, the information receiving unit 100 receives the payment completion information for the participation fee and records it in the memory unit 13 in association with the user (step S22).

[0105] Next, management device 10 starts the stamp rally based on the notification of the stamp rally participation application from user terminal 20 and payment completion information from payment device 30 (step S23). Management device 10 transmits a notification approving the user's participation in the stamp rally to user terminal 20 (step S24).

[0106] Next, the user selects and sets rally objects from the multiple rally object candidates stored in the storage unit 13 in step S13 (step S25). The user selects a predetermined number of rally objects according to the stamp rally selected in step S15. The user also sets positions on the stamp sheet where the selected rally objects will be placed.

[0107] For example, if the user selects the standard format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 7, he / she selects ten rally targets. On a standard format stamp sheet, the position of the rally targets does not affect the awarding of benefits, so the placement of the rally targets may be specified by the user or by the management device 10. For example, if the user selects the bingo format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 8, he / she selects eight rally targets and sets the placement position of each rally target. For example, if the user selects the sugoroku format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 9, he / she selects seven rally targets and sets the placement position of each rally target.

[0108] In this embodiment, the conditions for achieving the rally objective are the following (a) to (c), which are set in step S13. (a) Visits to shops, restaurants, tourist spots, parks, and other attractions (b) Spot purchase of goods (c) Tap (click) on a spot discount or advertisement

[0109] Next, the user terminal 20 transmits the information on the rally target set in step S25 to the management device 10 (step S26). The information receiving unit 100 in the management device 10 receives the information on the rally target, associates it with the user, and records it in the storage unit 13 (step S27).

[0110] Next, the sheet creation unit 102 in the management device 10 creates a stamp sheet including the rally objects set by the user in step S25 (step S28). At this time, the sheet creation unit 102 places the rally objects in the predetermined positions set by the user to create the stamp sheet. The sheet creation unit 102 also records the stamp sheet in the storage unit 13 in association with the user.

[0111] Next, the management device 10 transmits the stamp sheet created in step S28 to the user terminal 20 (step S29). Then, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20 displays one of the stamp sheets shown in FIGS. 7 to 9 corresponding to the stamp rally selected in step S15 (step S30).

[0112] Next, the user carries out a stamp rally based on the stamp sheet displayed on the display unit 24. The conditions for achieving the rally objects of the stamp rally are (a) to (c) above.

[0113] (a) Visiting the spot When a user visits a spot, the user terminal 20 uses a GPS receiving module to transmit location information of the user terminal 20 to the management device 10 (step S31). In the management device 10, the information receiving unit 100 receives the location information of the user terminal 20 and stores it in the memory unit 13 (step S32). Based on this location information, the stamp giving unit 103 confirms that the user terminal 20 is within a predetermined range of the spot for a predetermined period of time, and determines that the user has visited. The predetermined range and predetermined period of time can be set arbitrarily. The stamp giving unit 103 then gives a stamp to the rally target (step S33).

[0114] Note that the method for determining whether a user has visited the spot is arbitrary and is not limited to the above-described method using the GPS receiver module. For example, the user terminal 20 may be provided with a short-range wireless communication function, such as NFC (Near Field Communication) or BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy), to communicate with the business operator device 40 to determine whether the user has visited the spot. The user terminal 20 transmits the communication result to the management device 10, and the stamp assignment unit 103 determines whether the user has visited the spot from the communication result.

[0115] Alternatively, for example, an electronic stamp (electronic seal) may be used. The visit of the user is certified by stamping the electronic stamp on the user terminal 20 using a stamping device of the business operator device 40. The user terminal 20 transmits the stamped electronic stamp to the management device 10, and the stamp granting unit 103 checks the electronic stamp to determine whether the user has visited the spot.

[0116] The stamp granting unit 103 transmits the stamp granted in step S33 to the user terminal 20 (step S34). Then, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20 displays a stamp indicating that the spot has been visited (step S35). FIG. 10 is an example showing a slump (a human-shaped stamp in the illustrated example) displayed on the standard-format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 7. Stamps are similarly displayed on the bingo-format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 8 and the sugoroku-format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 9.

[0117] (b) Spot purchase of goods When a user visits a spot, purchases a product, and makes payment at the business operator device 40, the business operator device 40 transmits the payment information to the payment device 30 (step S36). The payment device 30 performs payment processing based on the payment information (step S37). When the payment processing is completed, the payment device 30 transmits payment completion information to the management device 10 (step S38). In the management device 10, the information receiving unit 100 receives payment completion information for the product purchase and stores it in the memory unit 13 (step S39). The stamp granting unit 103 determines the user's visit and product purchase based on this payment completion information. The stamp granting unit 103 then grants stamps to the rally target (step S40).

[0118] The stamp applying unit 103 transmits the stamp applied in step S40 to the user terminal 20 (step S41). Then, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20 displays the stamp (step S42).

[0119] (c) Tap (click) on a spot discount or advertisement When a user taps on a discount or advertisement for a spot on the user terminal 20, the user terminal 20 transmits the tap information to the business operator device 40 (step S43), and the business operator device 40 further transmits the tap information to the management device 10 (step S44). In the management device 10, the information receiving unit 100 receives the tap information for the discount or advertisement and stores it in the storage unit 13 (step S45). The stamp granting unit 103 determines whether the user tapped on the discount or advertisement for the spot based on the tap information. Then, the stamp granting unit 103 grants a stamp to the rally target (step S46).

[0120] The stamp applying unit 103 transmits the stamp applied in step S46 to the user terminal 20 (step S47). Then, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20 displays the stamp (step S48).

[0121] The stamp rally is completed when stamps are awarded in this way. In the case of a standard stamp sheet as shown in Figure 7, the stamp rally is completed when stamps have been awarded to all rally targets. In the case of a bingo-style stamp sheet as shown in Figure 8, the stamp rally is completed when stamps have been awarded to all rally targets in a single row, either vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. In the case of a sugoroku-style stamp sheet as shown in Figure 9, the stamp rally is completed when stamps have been awarded to all rally targets from the start to the finish.

[0122] Next, the user completes the stamp rally (step S49). Completing the stamp rally is optional, but may involve, for example, clicking a "Apply for Bonus" button that pops up on the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20, as shown in FIG. 11. FIG. 11 shows an example of the "Apply for Bonus" button displayed on the standard-format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 7. The "Apply for Bonus" button is similarly displayed on the bingo-format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 8 and the sugoroku-format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 9. Next, the user terminal 20 transmits a notification of the completion of the slump rally to the management device 10 (step S50). The information receiving unit 100 in the management device 10 receives the notification of the completion of the slump rally and records it in the memory unit 13 (step S51).

[0123] Next, the reward granting unit 104 in the management device 10 grants a reward to the user (step S52). The reward granting unit 104 may detect the completion of the stamp rally (in other words, without receiving a stamp rally completion notification from the user terminal 20) and automatically grant the reward to the user. The reward granting unit 104 transmits the reward granted in step S52 to the user terminal 20 (step S53). Then, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20 displays the granted reward (step S54). In this way, the stamp rally is completed.

[0124] According to the first embodiment, since users are charged for participating in the stamp rally, the participation fee paid by the users increases their motivation to complete the stamp rally, and the completion rate of the stamp rally increases. As a result, it becomes possible to appropriately promote the sales of products and the provision of services.

[0125] Furthermore, the participation fee for the stamp rally can be collected by the rally administrator, or the participation fee can be divided and collected by the rally administrator and the businesses participating in the rally. This allows the rally administrator and the businesses participating in the rally to provide a higher quality stamp rally, improving the usability of the stamp rally.

[0126] In the past, users were not able to enjoy the effects of the present embodiment because participation in a stamp rally was free of charge, such as in the stamp rally described in Patent Document 1. Therefore, charging users to participate in a stamp rally as in the first embodiment provides exceptional effects not seen in the past.

[0127] Furthermore, according to the first embodiment, the user selects / arranges and sets the rally objects in step S25, and creates a stamp sheet including the rally objects in step S28. In other words, because the user creates the stamp sheet himself, it is possible to increase the user's motivation to complete the stamp rally, and further increase the completion rate of the stamp rally.

[0128] In the first embodiment, the user selects and sets the rally target, and the management device 10 creates the stamp sheet, but the rally manager may select and set the rally target, and the management device 10 may create the stamp sheet.

[0129] In the first embodiment, if the user does not participate in the stamp rally after the management device 10 receives information indicating that payment of the participation fee for the stamp rally by the user has been completed in step S22, at least a portion of the participation fee may be refunded to the user, or the participation fee may be transferred to the participation fee for another stamp rally.

[0130] Furthermore, in the first embodiment, the management device 10 may attach a ticket for a spot to be visited by the user to the stamp sheet. For example, when a stamp rally is purchased or completed, the ticket for the spot may become active, allowing the user to enter the spot. Alternatively, for example, the ticket for the spot may allow the stamp rally to begin when the user enters the spot. The format of the ticket is arbitrary, and may be, for example, a QR code (registered trademark) or an identification code. Integrating the stamp rally and the ticket in this way can encourage the user to participate in the stamp rally and also to visit the spot.

[0131] <Information Processing Method According to Second Embodiment> Next, an information processing method (stamp rally implementation method) according to a second embodiment will be described. In the second embodiment, a contingency condition stamp rally in which the achievement condition of the rally object, which is the object of the stamp rally, is based on contingency will be described. Note that in the second embodiment, a case will be described in which participation in the stamp rally by the user is free of charge, but this may be combined with other embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0132] The main steps of the stamp rally implementation method according to the second embodiment are as follows (T1) to (T6) as shown in FIG. 12. (T1) The management device 10 sets the specifications of the stamp rally (candidates for rally participants, etc.). (T2) The user sets the target of the stamp rally. (T3) The management device 10 creates a stamp sheet including the rally objects set by the user. (T4) The user conducts a stamp rally. (T5) When the achievement condition of the rally object is achieved, the management device 10 gives a stamp to the rally object. (T6) When the stamp rally is completed, the management device 10 provides a reward.

[0133] 13A and 13B are process flow diagrams showing the steps of a method for implementing a stamp rally. The process flows shown in Fig. 13A and 13B are continuous process flows, and include everything from advance preparation for a stamp rally to the implementation of the stamp rally. Note that the stamp rally in this disclosure includes these advance preparations and implementation.

[0134] First, the user inputs user information into the user terminal 20. Then, the user terminal 20 transmits the user information to the management device 10 (step T11). In the management device 10, the information receiving unit 100 receives the user information and registers it in the storage unit 13 (step T12). These steps T11 and T12 are the same as steps S11 and S12 in the first embodiment.

[0135] Furthermore, in management device 10, the rally administrator inputs the stamp rally specifications, and specification setting unit 101 sets the specifications for the stamp rally (step T13). In this embodiment, participation in the stamp rally is free of charge, so specification setting unit 101 sets the following (2) to (6) and records them in storage unit 13. Note that these (2) to (6) are only part of the stamp rally specifications, and in reality specifications for other items are also set. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the rally administrator sets the stamp rally specifications, but the rally target business may also set the stamp rally specifications. (2) Stamp sheet format (3) Stamp rally candidates (4) Rally target achievement conditions (stamp award conditions) (5) Stamp Rally Benefits (6) Stamp Rally Period

[0136] First, we will explain how to set (3) candidates for rally targets in a stamp rally and (4) the conditions for achieving the rally targets (stamp awarding conditions). In this embodiment, the conditions for achieving the rally targets in a stamp rally are based on chance. In other words, the user cannot directly control whether the conditions for achieving the rally targets are met. The conditions for achieving the chance are arbitrary, but examples include events that occur by chance in sports or events.

[0137] For example, if the category of a stamp rally is sports, the achievement conditions for the rally can be set arbitrarily, such as per player, per team, per match, etc. Examples of achievement conditions for each of these units are listed below. Player ○○ hits a home run. Team XX wins. · Team XX scores XX or more points in a game.

[0138] In addition, the player's actions can be set as desired in the achievement conditions for the rally. Examples of player actions for each sport are listed below. Baseball (fielders): reaching base, hitting, home runs, stealing bases, defense Baseball (Pitcher): Inning, Out, Strikeout, Win, Hold, Save Basketball: Field goals, 3-point shots, free throws, assists, steals, rebounds, and passes Soccer: Goals, Assists Rugby: tries, points

[0139] In this way, the conditions for achieving the rally object can be set arbitrarily, but it is preferable to set them so as to increase user satisfaction. For example, when a user is watching a sporting event at a sporting venue, it is preferable to set the conditions for achieving the rally object so as to get the user excited.

[0140] Furthermore, the conditions for achieving the rally target may include a user location condition, i.e., the conditions for achieving the rally target may be limited by the user's location information.

[0141] For example, a condition for completing the rally may be that a stamp is not awarded unless the location information of the user terminal 20 is within a predetermined range from a predetermined venue. By using such a user location condition as a constraint, it is possible to encourage users to participate in the stamp rally and also to encourage them to enter the predetermined venue.

[0142] For example, the condition for completing the rally object may be that the user enters a designated venue. In such a case, for example, in the case of a bingo-style stamp sheet as shown in Figure 8, the rally object, the condition for which is to complete the rally object, may be placed in the center of the stamp sheet. Even in this case, it is possible to encourage the user to participate in the stamp rally and also to encourage them to enter the designated venue.

[0143] Furthermore, the difficulty (weight) of the rally target achievement condition may be used as a condition. For example, the difficulty of a rally target achievement condition with a large benefit may be increased, and the difficulty of a rally target achievement condition with a small benefit may be decreased. For example, if a baseball player's achievement condition for a rally target is to hit a home run in one game, hitting three home runs may be used as an example of a high difficulty level, and hitting one home run may be used as an example of a low difficulty level.

[0144] Furthermore, the condition for achieving a rally target may be determined by the probability of achieving the condition. For example, if the condition for achieving a rally target is that a baseball player hits a home run, the probability of hitting a home run varies depending on the ability of the baseball player. Therefore, if the difficulty of the condition for achieving a rally target is to be increased, a baseball player with a low batting average may be set as the rally target, and if the difficulty of the condition for achieving a rally target is to be decreased, a baseball player with a high batting average may be set as the rally target.

[0145] In this embodiment, the management device 10 sets the specifications for the stamp rally, but for example, (3) the candidates for the stamp rally and (4) the conditions for achieving the rally (conditions for granting stamps) may be set by the rally target business, by the user, or by a user other than the user. In other words, the conditions for achieving the rally target may be fixed and set by the management device 10, or may be selectable and set by the user.

[0146] Next, (2) setting the format of the stamp sheet will be described. The format of the stamp sheet is arbitrary, but in this embodiment, it is selected from the standard format shown in Fig. 7, the bingo format shown in Fig. 8, and the sugoroku format shown in Fig. 9. The setting of these standard format, bingo format, and sugoroku format is the same as step S13 in the first embodiment.

[0147] In this embodiment, the format of the stamp sheet may be set based on the category of the stamp rally. For example, if the category of the stamp rally is sports, the management device 10 may set a stamp sheet in a bingo or sugoroku format. Sports have a game-like quality and are therefore compatible with bingo or sugoroku format stamp sheets, which also have a game-like quality. Furthermore, if the category of the stamp rally is basketball, for example, a three-dimensional bingo format stamp sheet may be set. For example, if a player makes three passes, three stamps may be awarded in the Z direction of the rally target, and if a player makes five assists, five stamps may be awarded in the Z direction of the rally target.

[0148] Furthermore, the rally target frames on the stamp sheet may be set according to the target category of the stamp rally (for example, the type of sport). For example, if the stamp rally category is baseball, the management device 10 sets 5 x 5 rally target frames on the bingo-style stamp sheet. For example, if the stamp rally category is basketball, the management device 10 sets 3 x 3 rally target frames on the bingo-style stamp sheet.

[0149] Next, (5) Setting of stamp rally rewards will be described. The method for setting stamp rally rewards is arbitrary. The rewards may be set based on the difficulty of the rally target achievement conditions. For example, the higher the difficulty of the rally target achievement conditions, the larger the reward, and the lower the difficulty, the smaller the reward.

[0150] The reward may also be set based on the probability of achieving the rally target condition. For example, the reward may be smaller the higher the probability of achieving the rally target condition, and larger the reward may be larger the lower the probability.

[0151] The rewards may also be given on a first-come, first-served basis to users who complete the stamp rally. By doing so, it is possible to increase the motivation of users to complete the stamp rally as quickly as possible, thereby increasing the rate at which users complete the stamp rally.

[0152] (6) Setting of the stamp rally period is the same as step S13 in the first embodiment.

[0153] After the advance preparations in steps T11 to T13 have been carried out as described above, the stamp rally service using the information processing system 1 is started.

[0154] Next, when the user performs a predetermined operation on the user terminal 20, a stamp rally application is launched (step T14). When the application is launched, a plurality of stamp rallies are displayed on the display unit 24 as shown in Fig. 6. Step T14 is the same as step S14 in the first embodiment.

[0155] Next, the user selects a stamp rally to participate in from the multiple first to third stamp rallies shown in FIG. 6 (step T15). The user applies for participation (entry) in the selected stamp rally. User terminal 20 transmits a notification of the application to participate in the stamp rally to management device 10 (step T16). At this time, the notification of the application to participate may include information that can identify the user. In management device 10, information accepting unit 100 accepts the user's application to participate and records it in memory unit 13 in association with the user (step T17). These steps T15 to T17 are the same as steps S15 to S17 in the first embodiment.

[0156] Next, the management device 10 starts the stamp rally based on the notification of the application to participate in the stamp rally from the user terminal 20 (step T18). The management device 10 transmits a notification approving the user's participation in the stamp rally to the user terminal 20 (step T19). These steps T18 and T19 are similar to steps S23 and S24 in the first embodiment.

[0157] Next, the user selects and sets rally objects from the multiple rally object candidates stored in memory unit 13 in step T13 (step T20). The user selects a predetermined number of rally objects according to the stamp rally selected in step T15. The user also sets positions on the stamp sheet where the selected rally objects will be placed.

[0158] For example, if the user selects the standard format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 7, he / she selects ten rally targets. On a standard format stamp sheet, the position of the rally targets does not affect the awarding of benefits, so the placement of the rally targets may be specified by the user or by the management device 10. For example, if the user selects the bingo format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 8, he / she selects eight rally targets and sets the placement position of each rally target. For example, if the user selects the sugoroku format stamp sheet shown in FIG. 9, he / she selects seven rally targets and sets the placement position of each rally target.

[0159] For example, if the stamp rally category is baseball and the bingo-style stamp sheet shown in FIG. 8 is selected, the user selects a baseball player from multiple baseball players as the rally target, and further sets the achievement condition, for example, hitting a home run. The user also sets the difficulty (weight) of the achievement condition, for example, hitting one home run per game. The user also sets the position of the rally target within the rally target frame on the stamp sheet.

[0160] For example, if the stamp rally category is basketball and the bingo-style stamp sheet shown in FIG. 8 is selected, the user selects a basketball player from multiple basketball players as the rally target, and further sets the achievement condition, for example, scoring a field goal. The user also sets the difficulty (weight) of the achievement condition, for example, scoring five field goals in one game. The user also sets the position of the rally target within the rally target frame on the stamp sheet.

[0161] Next, the user terminal 20 transmits the rally target information set in step T20 to the management device 10 (step T21). In the management device 10, the information receiving unit 100 receives the rally target information, associates it with the user, and records it in the storage unit 13 (step T22). These steps T21 and T22 are similar to steps S26 and S27 in the first embodiment.

[0162] Next, the sheet creation unit 102 in the management device 10 creates a stamp sheet including the rally objects set by the user in step T20 (step T23). At this time, the sheet creation unit 102 places the rally objects in the predetermined positions set by the user to create the stamp sheet. The sheet creation unit 102 also records the stamp sheet in the storage unit 13 in association with the user. Step T23 is the same as step S28 in the first embodiment.

[0163] When creating the stamp sheet in step T23, the user's location condition (location information) may be used as a constraint. For example, a stamp sheet may not be created unless the location information of the user terminal 20 is within a predetermined range from the predetermined venue. By using such a user's location condition as a constraint, it is possible to encourage users to participate in the stamp rally and also to encourage them to enter the predetermined venue.

[0164] Next, the management device 10 transmits the stamp sheet created in step T23 to the user terminal 20 (step T24). Then, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20 displays one of the stamp sheets shown in Figures 7 to 9 corresponding to the stamp rally selected in step T15 (step T25). These steps T24 and T25 are similar to steps S29 and S30 in the first embodiment.

[0165] Next, the user takes part in a stamp rally based on the stamp sheet displayed on the display unit 24.

[0166] Information relating to the achievement conditions of the rally object, i.e., achievement status information, is stored in the storage unit 43 of the business operator device 40. The business operator device 40 transmits the achievement status information to the management device 10 (step T26). The achievement status information may be stored in the storage unit 13 of the management device 10.

[0167] In the management device 10, the information receiving unit 100 receives the achievement status information and stores it in the memory unit 13 (step T27). The stamp granting unit 103 determines whether the achievement conditions of the rally target have been achieved based on the achievement status information. In this case, the management device 10 may use LLM (Large Language Models) or AI (Artificial Intelligence) processing to determine whether the achievement conditions of the rally target have been achieved. Then, the stamp granting unit 103 grants a stamp to the rally target (step T28).

[0168] The stamp applying unit 103 transmits the stamp applied in step T28 to the user terminal 20 (step T29). Then, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20 displays the stamp (step T30).

[0169] For example, if the condition for a user to enter a predetermined venue is to achieve the rally target, when the user enters the predetermined venue, the user terminal 20 uses a GPS receiving module to transmit location information of the user terminal 20 to the management device 10 (step T31). The information receiving unit 100 in the management device 10 receives the location information of the user terminal 20 and stores it in the memory unit 13 (step T32). The stamp granting unit 103 determines that the user terminal 20 has entered the predetermined venue based on this location information. Then, the stamp granting unit 103 grants a stamp to the rally target (step T33).

[0170] The stamp applying unit 103 transmits the stamp applied in step T33 to the user terminal 20 (step T34). Then, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20 displays the stamp (step T35).

[0171] The stamp rally is completed when stamps are awarded in this way. In the case of a standard stamp sheet as shown in Figure 7, the stamp rally is completed when stamps have been awarded to all rally targets. In the case of a bingo-style stamp sheet as shown in Figure 8, the stamp rally is completed when stamps have been awarded to all rally targets in a single row, either vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. In the case of a sugoroku-style stamp sheet as shown in Figure 9, the stamp rally is completed when stamps have been awarded to all rally targets from the start to the finish.

[0172] Next, the user performs a process to complete the stamp rally (step T36). The process to complete the stamp rally is optional. The user terminal 20 transmits a notification of the completion of the stamp rally to the management device 10 (step T37). In the management device 10, the information receiving unit 100 receives the notification of the completion of the stamp rally and records it in the memory unit 13 (step T38). These steps T36 to T38 are similar to steps S49 to S51 in the first embodiment.

[0173] Next, the reward granting unit 104 in the management device 10 grants a reward to the user (step T39). The reward granting unit 104 may detect the completion of the stamp rally and automatically grant the reward to the user (in other words, without receiving a stamp rally completion notification from the user terminal 20). The specific reward can be set arbitrarily. The reward granting unit 104 transmits the reward granted in step T39 to the user terminal 20 (step T40). Then, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20 displays the granted reward (step T41). Steps T39 to T41 are the same as steps S52 to S54 in the first embodiment. In this way, the stamp rally is completed.

[0174] According to the second embodiment described above, the conditions for achieving the rally targets in the stamp rally are based on chance, which can improve the gambling aspect of the stamp rally. This can increase the motivation to complete the stamp rally and increase the completion rate of the stamp rally. As a result, it becomes possible to appropriately promote the sales of products and the provision of services.

[0175] Furthermore, since the conditions for achieving the rally objectives in the stamp rally are based on chance, the method by which users can participate in the stamp rally can be made more flexible, thereby improving the usability of the stamp rally.

[0176] Furthermore, by using the user's location as a constraint condition for achieving the rally target, it is possible to encourage the user to participate in the stamp rally and also to encourage entry to a designated venue.

[0177] In the past, for example, in the stamp rally described in Patent Document 1, the conditions for achieving the rally target were that the user visited a spot or purchased a product at the spot, meaning that the user could directly control whether or not the conditions for achieving the rally target were met. Conventionally, the conditions for achieving the rally target were not based on chance, as in this embodiment, and the effects of this embodiment described above could not be enjoyed. Therefore, basing the conditions for achieving the rally target on chance, as in the second embodiment, provides exceptional effects not seen in the past.

[0178] Furthermore, according to the second embodiment, the user selects and sets the rally object in step T20, and creates a stamp sheet including the selected rally object in step T23. In other words, because the user creates the stamp sheet themselves, it is possible to increase the user's motivation to complete the stamp rally, and further increase the completion rate of the stamp rally.

[0179] In the second embodiment, the user selects and sets the rally target, and the management device 10 creates the stamp sheet, but the rally administrator may select and set the rally target, and the management device 10 may create the stamp sheet. For example, if the user is familiar with the sport of the stamp rally, the user may select the rally target, and if the user is not familiar with the sport of the stamp rally, the rally administrator may select the rally target.

[0180] Furthermore, in the second embodiment, the management device 10 may attach a ticket for a predetermined venue to which the user will enter the stamp sheet. For example, when the stamp rally is completed, the ticket for the predetermined venue may become active, allowing the user to enter the venue. Alternatively, for example, the ticket for the predetermined venue may allow the user to start the stamp rally when the user enters the venue. The format of the ticket is arbitrary, and may be, for example, a QR code (registered trademark) or an identification code. Integrating the stamp rally and the ticket in this way not only encourages the user to participate in the stamp rally, but also encourages the user to enter the predetermined venue.

[0181] <Information Processing Method According to Third Embodiment> Next, an information processing method (a method for implementing a stamp rally) according to a third embodiment will be described. In the third embodiment, a stamp rally having features of both the paid stamp rally of the first embodiment and the contingency stamp rally of the second embodiment will be described.

[0182] In this embodiment, after steps S11 and S12 of the first embodiment are performed, step T13 of the second embodiment is performed instead of step S13. That is, steps S11, S12, and T13 are performed in order, and the management device 10 sets the specifications of the stamp rally and sets the conditions for achieving the rally targets to be based on chance. Then, advance preparations for the stamp rally are made.

[0183] Next, steps S15 to S24 of the first embodiment are performed, and the management device 10 accepts the user's participation application and the participation fee for the stamp rally, and starts the stamp rally. Subsequently, steps S25 to S30 of the first embodiment are performed, and a stamp sheet including the rally targets set by the user is created.

[0184] Next, instead of S31 to S48 in the first embodiment, T26 to T35 in the second embodiment are carried out so that the user can carry out a stamp rally and give stamps to rally targets whose achievement conditions are based on chance.

[0185] Next, steps S49 to S54 of the first embodiment are carried out, and after the stamp rally is completed, the bonus is awarded. In this way, the stamp rally is completed.

[0186] According to the above-described third embodiment, a stamp rally is implemented that has the features of both the paid stamp rally of the first embodiment and the contingency stamp rally of the second embodiment, so that it is possible to enjoy the effects of the above-described first embodiment while also enjoying the effects of the second embodiment.

[0187] The embodiments disclosed herein should be considered to be illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. The above-described embodiments may be omitted, substituted, or modified in various ways without departing from the scope and spirit of the appended claims. For example, the components of the above-described embodiments may be arbitrarily combined. Such an arbitrary combination naturally provides the functions and effects of each component involved in the combination, and also provides other functions and effects that are apparent to those skilled in the art from the description of this specification.

[0188] Furthermore, the effects described in this specification are merely descriptive or exemplary and are not limiting. In other words, the technology according to the present disclosure may achieve other effects that are apparent to those skilled in the art from the description of this specification, in addition to or in place of the above-described effects.

[0189] Note that the following configuration examples also fall within the technical scope of the present disclosure. (1) The information processing device A process of accepting fees for users to participate in the stamp rally; A process of associating a stamp sheet used in the stamp rally with the user; and when the user completes the stamp rally, granting the user a reward. (2) The information processing device, A process of accepting rally targets for the stamp rally set by the user; The information processing method described in (1) above, further comprising: a process of creating the stamp sheet including the rally object. (3) The information processing method described in (1) or (2), wherein the information processing device executes a process of placing the rally object of the stamp rally set by the user at a predetermined position on the stamp sheet of a predetermined format. (4) The information processing method described in any one of (1) to (3), wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the number of rally targets required to award the benefit on the stamp sheet based on the cost. (5) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (4), wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the number of rally target candidates that can be set on the stamp sheet based on the cost. (6) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (5), wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting a condition for achieving a rally object of the stamp rally based on the cost. (7) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (6), wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the benefit based on the cost. (8) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (7), wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the cost for each stamp sheet. (9) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (8), wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the fee depending on the number of times the user has participated in the stamp rally. (10) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (9), wherein the information processing device executes a process of distributing the cost to an administrator of the stamp rally and a business operator that is a target of the stamp rally. (11) The information processing method described in any one of (1) to (10), wherein the information processing device executes a process of refunding at least a portion of the fee to the user if the user does not participate in the stamp rally after accepting the fee. (12) The information processing method described in any one of (1) to (10), wherein the information processing device, after accepting the fee, if the user does not participate in the stamp rally, executes a process of transferring the fee to the participation fee of another stamp rally different from the stamp sheet. (13) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (12), wherein the rally object of the stamp rally is a rally object whose achievement condition is based on chance. (14) The information processing device, A process of receiving the achievement status of the achievement condition; and determining whether the achievement condition has been achieved based on the achievement status. (15) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (14), wherein the information processing device executes a process of accepting a condition for achieving a rally object of the stamp rally, which is set by an administrator of the stamp rally. (16) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (14), wherein the information processing device executes a process of accepting a condition for achieving a rally target of the stamp rally, which is set by the user. (17) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (14), wherein the information processing device executes a process of accepting a condition for achieving a rally target of the stamp rally, which is set by a user other than the user. (18) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (17), wherein the information processing device executes a process of including a location condition of the user as a condition for achieving a rally target of the stamp rally. (19) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (18), wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the benefit in accordance with a condition for achieving a rally target of the stamp rally. (20) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (19), wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the format of the stamp sheet to a bingo format. (twenty one) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (19), wherein the information processing device awards the bonus when the rally target of at least one column of the stamp sheet set in a bingo format is achieved. (twenty two) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (19), wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the format of the stamp sheet to a Sugoroku format. (twenty three) The information processing method described in any one of (1) to (22), wherein the information processing device sets the format of the stamp sheet based on the stamp rally category and executes a process of setting the number of rally targets required on the stamp sheet until the benefit is awarded. (twenty four) The information processing method according to any one of (1) to (23), wherein the information processing device executes a process of attaching tickets to spots visited by the user to the stamp sheet. (twenty five) An information processing device, a reception unit that receives a fee for a user to participate in the stamp rally; a creation unit that associates a stamp sheet used in the stamp rally with the user; and an awarding unit that awards a benefit to the user when the user completes the stamp rally. (26) In the information processing device, A process of accepting fees for users to participate in the stamp rally; A process of associating a stamp sheet used in the stamp rally with the user; and when the user completes the stamp rally, granting the user a special benefit. (27) The information processing device A process of associating a stamp sheet used in a stamp rally with a user participating in the stamp rally; When the user completes the stamp rally, a process of granting a benefit to the user is executed; An information processing method, wherein the rally object of the stamp rally is a rally object whose achievement condition is based on chance. [Industrial Applicability]

[0190] The present invention is useful when a user participates in a stamp rally. [Explanation of symbols]

[0191] 1...information processing system, 10...management device, 11...communication unit, 12...control unit, 13...memory unit, 20...user terminal, 21...communication unit, 22...control unit, 23...memory unit, 24...display unit, 30...payment device, 31...communication unit, 32...control unit, 33...memory unit, 40...business operator device, 41...communication unit, 42...control unit, 43...memory unit, 50...network, 100...information reception unit, 101...specification setting unit, 102...sheet creation unit, 103...stamp assignment unit, 104...benefit assignment unit, 200...bus, 201...processor, 202...memory, 203...storage, 204...communication device, 205...input device, 206...output device.

Claims

1. The information processing device A process of accepting a fee for participating in the stamp rally before the user sets a rally target for the stamp rally; A process of associating a stamp sheet used in the stamp rally with the user; and when the user completes the stamp rally, granting the user a reward.

2. The information processing device, A process of accepting rally targets for the stamp rally set by the user; The information processing method according to claim 1 , further comprising the step of: creating the stamp sheet including the rally object.

3. The information processing method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the information processing device executes a process of placing a rally object for the stamp rally set by the user at a predetermined position on the stamp sheet of a predetermined format.

4. The information processing method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting a number of rally targets required to award the special benefit on the stamp sheet based on the cost.

5. The information processing method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the number of rally target candidates that can be set on the stamp sheet based on the cost.

6. The information processing method according to claim 1 , wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the benefit based on the cost.

7. The information processing method according to claim 1 , wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the cost for each stamp sheet.

8. The information processing method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the rally object of the stamp rally is a rally object whose achievement condition is based on chance.

9. The information processing device, A process of receiving the achievement status of the achievement condition; The information processing method according to claim 8 , further comprising: determining whether or not the achievement condition has been achieved based on the achievement status.

10. The information processing method according to claim 1 , wherein the information processing device executes a process of accepting a condition for achieving a rally object of the stamp rally, the condition being set by an administrator of the stamp rally.

11. The information processing method according to claim 1 , wherein the information processing device executes a process of accepting a condition for achieving a rally object of the stamp rally, the condition being set by the user.

12. The information processing method according to claim 1 , wherein the information processing device executes a process of including a location condition of the user as a condition for achieving a rally target of the stamp rally.

13. The information processing method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the benefit in accordance with a condition for achieving a rally target of the stamp rally.

14. The information processing method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the information processing device executes a process of setting the format of the stamp sheet to a bingo format.

15. 3. The information processing method according to claim 1, wherein the information processing device awards the bonus when a rally target in at least one column of the stamp sheet set in a bingo format is achieved.

16. The information processing method described in claim 1 or 2, wherein the information processing device sets the format of the stamp sheet based on the stamp rally category and performs a process of setting the number of rally targets required on the stamp sheet until the bonus is awarded.

17. The information processing method according to claim 1 , wherein the information processing device executes a process of attaching tickets for spots visited by the user to the stamp sheet.

18. An information processing device, a reception unit that receives a fee for participating in the stamp rally before a user sets a rally target for the stamp rally; a creation unit that associates a stamp sheet used in the stamp rally with the user; and an awarding unit that awards a benefit to the user when the user completes the stamp rally.

19. In the information processing device, A process of accepting a fee for participating in the stamp rally before the user sets a rally target for the stamp rally; A process of associating a stamp sheet used in the stamp rally with the user; and when the user completes the stamp rally, granting the user a special benefit.

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