An ''eki stamp'' (, train station stamp) is a free collectible rubber ink stamp, which is found at many train stations in Japan and

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. Their designs typically feature imagery emblematic of the station's associated city or surrounding area, such as landmarks,

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s, and locally produced goods. ''Eki'' stamps have existed since at least 1931, when one was installed at a station in Fukui and shortly thereafter, ''eki'' stamps were installed at major stations throughout Japan. Today, ''eki'' stamps exist at nearly all staffed train stations in Japan. ''Eki'' stamps also commonly exist at other passenger points of boarding like subway stations, airports, ports, and highway service areas.

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