How do I get the maximum 9% points on Amazon Japan New Year sale?

Stack all four bonuses: Prime (+1%), Amazon Mastercard (+3%), brand selection items (+2%), and a specific category like drugstore or PC (+3%). Add d-Point link for an extra 1–2% on top.

Do I have to spend ¥10,000 in one order?

No — multiple orders during the sale period (Jan 3–7) are combined to hit the ¥10,000 minimum threshold.

How does the d-Point bonus work with Amazon?

Link your d-Point account at Amazon's d-Point Link page. Any order ¥5,000+ earns 1% d-Points (2% for 5-star members), stackable with all Amazon bonuses and usable with any payment method.

When do the bonus points expire?

Points are 'period-limited' and expire at the end of the month after they're confirmed — roughly 40 days post-sale, so expect an expiry around late March or April.

Do coupons or gift card purchases count toward the ¥10,000 minimum?

Coupons reduce your qualifying amount (e.g., ¥1,000 off a ¥10,000 item = only ¥9,000 counted). Gift card purchases don't count toward the campaign at all.

Amazon Japan Smile Sale 2026: New Year Deals Guide

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Key Takeaways：Amazon Japan’s New Year 2026 sale (Jan 3–7) lets you stack up to 9% back in points by combining Prime membership, Amazon Mastercard, brand selection items, and bonus categories like drugstore or PC gear. Linking your d-Point account adds another 1–2% on top, completely free with any payment method. Entry is required before you shop — one click, and you’re in.

📦 Amazon Smile SALE New Year 2026

🛒 Sale Period

Jan 3 (Sat) 9:00 ~ Jan 7 (Wed) 23:59

📝 Entry Period

Dec 27 (Sat) 12:00 ~ Jan 7 (Wed) 23:59

💰 Minimum Spend

¥10,000 (tax included)

🎁 Points Cap

Max 5,000pt

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📊 Point Bonus Structure

Condition	Bonus Points	Notes
Prime Member	+1.0%	Active Prime membership required
Amazon Mastercard Payment	Up to +3.0%	Includes standard 2% for Prime members
Brand Selection Items	+2.0%	Eligible products only
Specific Categories	+3.0%	Drugstore/PC/Food/Alcohol
🔵 d-Point Link (Stackable)	+1.0~2.0%	¥5,000+ orders, link d-Point account, 5-star gets 2%

🔵 d-Point Link Bonus (For ¥5,000+ Orders)

By linking your Amazon account with your d-Point account, you can earn additional d-Points on purchases! This is completely separate and stackable with the Amazon points above, and works with any payment method.

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Link accounts at Amazon d-Point Link Page

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Shop on Amazon as usual (any payment method works)

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Earn d-Points on orders ¥5,000+ (capped at ¥10,000)

💡 Standard rate is 1%, d-Point Club 5-star members get 2x = 2%! Since points are only awarded on up to ¥10,000, it’s recommended to keep each order between ¥5,000~¥10,000 and place multiple orders for maximum benefit.

🏆 Maximum Point Return

9.0%

When all conditions are met: Prime + Amazon Mastercard + Brand Selection + Specific Category

Prime +1%
Mastercard +3%
Brand Selection +2%
Specific Category +3%

🔵 Plus d-Point link for additional +1~2%!

🎯 Specific Categories with +3%

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Drugstore

+3.0%

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PC & Peripherals

+3.0%

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Food & Beverages

+3.0%

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Alcohol

+3.0%

※Some items like nutrition bars are excluded

📝 How to Participate

Entry (Register for the Campaign)

Simply click the entry button on the campaign page – just one click!

📅 Dec 27 (Sat) 12:00 ~ Jan 7 (Wed) 23:59

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Spend ¥10,000 or More (Tax Included)

Purchase eligible items during the sale period – multiple orders can be combined!

📅 Jan 3 (Sat) 9:00 ~ Jan 7 (Wed) 23:59

Wait for Points

Points will be credited within approximately 40 days after the sale ends. Check on My Points page.

📅 About 40 days after sale ends

💡 Pro Tips

Enter First: Always register for the campaign before shopping – purchases before entry don’t count!
Combine Orders: Multiple purchases count towards the ¥10,000 total – no need to hit it in one order
Target Categories: Prioritize drugstore, PC, and food items for an extra +3%
Use Amazon Mastercard: If you have one, select it at checkout for up to 3% extra points

⚠️ Important Notes

⚠️ Please Note the Following

Limited-Time Points: Points awarded are “Period-Limited Points” – valid until the end of the month following confirmation (e.g., if confirmed in February, expires March 31)
Points Cap: Maximum 5,000 points from this campaign – any excess will not be awarded
Coupon Calculation: Amount after coupon deduction is what counts (e.g., ¥10,000 item with ¥1,000 coupon = ¥9,000, doesn’t meet threshold)
Gift Card Purchases: Buying Amazon gift cards doesn’t count toward this campaign
Pre-order Items: Pre-order items in fukubukuro (lucky bags) don’t qualify for point returns
Points/Gift Card Payment: Payments using points or gift cards do count toward minimum spend (except buying gift cards)

❓ FAQ

When will points be credited?

Points will be credited as “Pending Points” within approximately 40 days after the sale ends, then converted to regular points.

How long are points valid?

These are period-limited points valid until the end of the month following confirmation. For example, points confirmed on February 1st expire on March 31st. Expired points cannot be used, so spend them in time!

Can I still participate if I use a coupon?

Yes, but the amount after coupon deduction is what counts. Example: ¥10,000 item with ¥1,000 coupon = ¥9,000 actual payment, which doesn’t meet the ¥10,000 minimum.

Does paying with points/gift cards count?

Yes! Payments using points or gift cards count toward the minimum spend. However, purchasing gift cards themselves doesn’t qualify for this campaign.

Can multiple purchases be combined?

Yes, multiple orders during the sale period are combined. As long as your total reaches ¥10,000 (tax included), you qualify.

📌 Campaign Summary

📅 Jan 3-7 Only 5 Days
💰 Spend ¥10,000+
🎁 Up to 9% Back
⚡ Cap 5,000pt

Perfect timing for New Year shopping – don’t forget to enter first!

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