The 16th Nico Nico Senryu Contest is Now Open! Seeking Heartwarming Senryu about Hometowns

Rentas Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture; President & CEO: Takahiro Kimura), which operates Japan's largest car rental network 'Nico Nico Rent-A-Car,' is holding the '16th Nico Nico Senryu Contest.'

The 'Nico Nico Senryu Contest' is a project that has been soliciting heartwarming senryu (humorous poems) that bring a smile to your face since July 2021. The theme for the 16th edition is 'heartwarming senryu about hometowns.'

Entries can be submitted via the official app 'Nicopass.' Excellent entries will receive Amazon gift cards worth up to 30,000 yen, and 50 winners will be drawn to receive Amazon gift cards worth 3,000 yen.

We look forward to receiving your verses that can rival the example poem: 'Which to choose / Hometown friends / Child's sleeping face.'

▼ Entry Overview

<Theme> Heartwarming senryu about hometowns, coinciding with the Obon holiday homecoming.

<Eligibility> Residents of Japan. No restrictions on age, gender, or nationality.

<How to Enter> Submit via the official app 'Nicopass.'

<Entry Period> Monday, June 1, 2026, to Friday, July 31, 2026, 23:59 JST.

<Results Announcement> Scheduled for the end of August 2026.

<Prizes>

・Nico Nico Master Award: Amazon Gift Card worth 30,000 yen (1 winner)

・Nico Nico Expert Award: Amazon Gift Card worth 10,000 yen (7 winners)

・Nico-chan Thank You Prize: Amazon Gift Card worth 3,000 yen (50 winners)

*The Nico-chan Thank You Prize will be awarded by lottery among those who follow the official Nico-Ren X account and post their submitted senryu on X with the hashtag '#ニコニコ川柳会.'

▼ Official Nico-Ren X Account: https://x.com/2525rentacar

*This campaign is provided by Rentas Co., Ltd. Inquiries about this campaign cannot be accepted by Amazon. Please contact the Nico Nico Rent-A-Car Campaign Office at [email protected].

*Amazon, Amazon.co.jp, and their logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

Win an Action Camera in June! 'Survey Campaign' Also Underway.

'Nico Nico Rent-A-Car' is holding a monthly 'Survey Campaign' where customers who complete a survey sent after renting a car can win luxury prizes. The prize for June is the DJI 'Osmo 360 Standard Combo.' Additionally, 100 winners will be drawn to receive Amazon Gift Cards worth 500 yen. We encourage you to take this opportunity to share your candid feedback about 'Nico Nico Rent-A-Car.'

▼ Survey Campaign Overview

Campaign Period: Monday, June 1, 2026, to Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 23:59 JST.

Eligibility: Customers who have used Nico Nico Rent-A-Car and complete the survey sent to their registered email address via the provided URL.

Prize Items:

・DJI Osmo 360 Standard Combo (1 winner)

・Amazon Gift Card worth 500 yen (100 winners)

*This campaign is provided by Rentas Co., Ltd. Inquiries about this campaign cannot be accepted by Amazon. Please contact the Nico Nico Rent-A-Car Campaign Office at [email protected].

*Amazon, Amazon.co.jp, and their logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

Overview of the Official Nico Nico Rent-A-Car App 'Nicopass'

The 'Nicopass' app is the backbone of the 'easy, cheap, safe, and secure' rental system of Nico Nico Rent-A-Car. With the app, you can make a reservation in 1 minute and complete the departure process in as little as 3 minutes.

① Nicopass Price is the Lowest Nico-Ren Price

Reserving via 'Nicopass' allows you to use the service 'always at a better price' compared to the website or phone reservations.

② Easy Departure Procedure

With reservations via 'Nicopass,' the in-store check-in time is as short as 3 minutes. The departure procedure on the day only requires a vehicle check.

③ Search for Available Cars Across Multiple Stores!

You can search for available cars across multiple stores in your desired area at once.

④ Favorite Store Registration / Re-search Function

You can save time on reservations by registering your frequently used stores as favorites and saving search conditions.

⑤ Daily Publication of Nationwide Leisure Information

The app features information on numerous leisure facilities across Japan, including amusement parks, campsites, and hot springs.

⑥ Comprehensive Support During Rental

The 'Drive Support' function provides comprehensive assistance for things you need to check during your rental or in emergencies. The app also offers reservation functions for outing spots and fun AR stamp features.

Release Date: August 25, 2020 (iPhone/Android)

Access: Common for iPhone/Android versions

Fee: Free

Promotion Site: https://2525r.onelink.me/oH0G/newswire?c=prtimes

Copyright: © Rentas Co.,Ltd

Download Nicopass here

App with Exclusive Discounts Surpasses 2.5 Million Downloads

Nico Nico Rent-A-Car's concept is a 'lifestyle car rental' closely integrated with daily life. It operates a network of approximately 1,500 stores nationwide, offering some of the industry's lowest prices.

Furthermore, the 'Nicopass' app, which has received a high user satisfaction rating of 4.6*, surpassed a cumulative total of 2.5 million downloads in 2025. Usage continues to expand, with 2 out of 3 customers using Nicopass.

We will continue to provide not only a car rental reservation site but also various useful information for enjoyable trips, and we will strive to further expand our content.

*As of the end of April 2026.

[About Rentas Co., Ltd.]

Head Office: 〒222-0033 2-6-1 Shin-Yokohama, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Arbous Shin-Yokohama 8F

Representative: President & CEO Takahiro Kimura

Established: December 2008

Capital: 20 million yen

Phone: 045-522-5678 (Main)

URL: http://www.rentas.co.jp

Business: Operation of the 'Nico Nico Rent-A-Car' FC headquarters, etc.

[About Nico Nico Rent-A-Car]

Nico Nico Rent-A-Car is a community-based car rental service that allows you to easily rent a car when you need one. Launched in 2008, it now boasts one of Japan's largest networks with approximately 1,500 stores nationwide.

By utilizing existing store facilities such as gas stations, car shops, and repair garages, and effectively using high-quality used cars, we achieve significant cost reductions, offering favorable prices for drivers. We are also actively introducing new cars and strengthening our vehicle lineup.

Smiles for everyone! Stores are opening one after another in your town. We look forward to your visit.