"I want to give a farewell message, but there's no time to pass around a card." "I want an easy way to collect messages online." — A digital YOSEGAKI is perfect for these situations.
This article covers everything from the basics of digital group messages to step-by-step instructions using PicTomo YOSEGAKI.
What Is a Digital YOSEGAKI?
A digital YOSEGAKI is a system for collecting messages online instead of on a paper card. Just share a URL to gather messages from people anywhere in the world.
Paper Cards vs. Digital YOSEGAKI
- Message length: Paper cards limit you to a few lines → Digital allows up to 1,000 characters
- Participation: Paper cards must be physically passed → Digital just requires a URL
- Photos: Paper cards require printing and gluing → Digital allows easy attachment from your phone
- Preservation: Paper cards deteriorate over time → Digital stays pristine forever
- Distance: Paper cards require being in the same place → Digital works from anywhere in the world
- Printing: Paper cards are given as-is → Digital can also be printed and given
Features of PicTomo YOSEGAKI
PicTomo YOSEGAKI is a dedicated message board album type within PicTomo. Unlike regular albums, it's designed to put messages front and center.
Message-First UI
While regular PicTomo albums display photos in a grid, YOSEGAKI albums feature each person's message in a large, easy-to-read layout. Photos serve as attachments, keeping the words as the focal point.
Up to 1,000 Characters
Express feelings that couldn't fit on a paper card — with up to 1,000 characters. No more "I wish I could have said more."
Photo Attachments
Add memorable photos alongside your text. Attaching photos taken together or images that express your gratitude makes the message even more memorable.
Print Support
The collected messages support a print-friendly layout. Keep the digital version while also printing it in a frame as a gift — the best of both worlds.
No Registration, No App
No account creation or app installation needed. Just access the shared URL and post your message. With zero barriers, you're more likely to get messages from everyone.
How to Create a Digital YOSEGAKI (4 Steps)
Step 1: Create a YOSEGAKI Album
From the PicTomo homepage, tap "Create Album" and select "YOSEGAKI". Include the recipient's name or the event name in the album title for clarity.
Step 2: Share the URL with Participants
Send the album URL or QR code to the people you want to collect messages from. LINE, Slack, email, SMS — any method works. Adding a deadline like "Please post by [date]" helps.
Step 3: Have Participants Post Messages
Participants access the URL and enter their name and message. Photo attachment is optional — text-only is fine too. Works on both smartphones and computers.
Step 4: View, Print, and Gift
Once all messages are collected, send the album URL to the recipient or print it out. A simple print button makes it easy to produce a printout that can go in a frame or folder.
Use Cases
- Retirement & farewell: Deliver messages from the entire workplace to a departing colleague
- Graduation: Compile memories and gratitude for teachers and classmates
- Wedding celebration: Collect congratulatory messages from friends or coworkers
- Baby shower: Gather encouragement for a colleague going on maternity leave
- Transfer & relocation: Send team cheers to a transferring member
- Birthday: Surprise someone with collected birthday messages
- Project completion: Leave messages of mutual appreciation among team members
Tips for a Great YOSEGAKI
- Include specific stories: Sharing a specific memory makes your message far more meaningful than just "Thank you"
- Attach photos: Photos taken together add weight and emotion to your words
- Request early: Giving ample time for posting makes it easier for everyone to participate
- Consider printing too: Giving both a digital and printed version doubles the joy
Conclusion
Digital YOSEGAKI solves all the problems of traditional paper cards — the hassle of passing them around, limited space, and distance barriers. PicTomo YOSEGAKI lets you collect messages from everyone by simply sharing a URL, and view or print them in a beautiful layout.
When you want to deliver your feelings to someone special, give digital YOSEGAKI a try.