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March, Investment, Shareholder Perks

Cawachi Yakuhin (2664) March 15 Cross Trade Guide | Get ¥5,000 Vouchers for ~¥160

May | ⏱ 2026-03-10 | Leave a Comment

📅 Record Date: March 15 | The ONLY Stock on This Date Cawachi Yakuhin (2664)Cross Trading Guide Spend just a few hundred yen → Get ¥5,000 in shopping vouchers ⏰ 2026 Last Cum-Rights Day: March 11 (Wednesday) Since March 15, 2026 falls on a Sunday, the last trading day to secure rights is March 11 (Wed). Complete your cross trade by this date. Key Takeaways：Cawachi Yakuhin (stock code 2664) is the only Japanese shareholder benefit stock with a March 15 record date, making it a standout cross trading opportunity. By holding just one share through the record date using general margin, you can lock in ¥5,000 in shopping vouchers for a net cost of around ¥160. Even without a nearby store, the vouchers are easily resold or exchanged for rice vouchers worth ¥2,200. 📌 Key Takeaways Cawachi is the only stock with a March 15 record date — all cross […]

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Money-Saving Tips, Amazon, EC Deals, Lifestyle, Point Deals, Point Reviews, Point Sites, Points & Miles

[Latest] Amazon Prime Japan Complete Guide | 10 Benefits for Just ¥492/Month

May | ⏱ 2026-03-07 🔄 2026-03-08 | Leave a Comment

Amazon Prime Japan Complete Guide10 Benefits for Just ¥492/Month Used by 200M+ members worldwide — the best-value subscription in JapanFree shipping · Video · Music · Reading · Photo storage — all included Annual Plan ¥5,900 (~¥492/month) 📑 Table of Contents What is Amazon Prime? Why Use Amazon in Japan? Pricing Plans 10 Core Benefits How Much Can You Save? Amazon vs Rakuten Advanced Saving Tips Amazon Points Deep Dive Subscribe & Save Annual Sale Calendar Streaming Service Comparison Family Sharing Mobile Carrier Deals How to Cancel Pros & Cons Prime Student How to Sign Up FAQ Key Takeaways：Amazon Prime Japan costs just ¥492/month (¥5,900/year) — one of the cheapest Prime plans in the world — and bundles free shipping, Prime Video, music, photo storage, and more into one subscription. If you order from Amazon even twice a month, it pays for itself fast. This guide breaks down all 10

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Credit Cards, Cash Out, Cashback Routes, High Cashback Cards, Lifestyle, Money-Saving Tips, Points & Miles

【ONE BANK】 (formerly B/43) Complete Guide – Latest｜ AI Budgeting App + Visa Prepaid Card in Japan

May | ⏱ 2026-03-06 🔄 2026-03-08 | Leave a Comment

Formerly B/43 → Rebranded March 2025 ONE BANK Complete Guide AI Budgeting × Visa Prepaid Card × Utility PaymentsThe all-in-one financial tool for household budget management in Japan Key Takeaways：ONE BANK (formerly B/43) is a Visa prepaid card + AI budgeting app combo that auto-tracks every purchase in real-time — no manual entry needed. The March 2025 rebrand added an AI assistant called Wan-Ban that actually learns your habits and nudges you to save. If you’re trying to get your household budget under control in Japan, this is one of the most practical tools out there. What is ONE BANK? ONE BANK (formerly B/43) is an AI budgeting app combined with a Visa prepaid card, operated by SmartBank, Inc. Simply load your monthly budget onto the prepaid card and spend — all transactions are reflected in the app in real-time, automatically creating your household ledger with zero manual entry. Rebranded

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Amazon, EC Deals, Hot Tips, Point Deals, Point Reviews, Points & Miles

【Mar 3-9】Amazon Japan New Life Sale – Best Deals & Market Price Comparison

May | ⏱ 2026-03-04 🔄 2026-03-08 | Leave a Comment

March 3 – 9, 2026 Amazon Japan New Life Smile Sale Echo Show 5 from ¥4,500 | Sony Noise-Canceling 57% OFF | DeLonghi Coffee Machine 34% OFF 🛒 Go to Amazon New Life Smile Sale Concurrent Campaigns 👑 New Prime Sign-up+1,000 Points 🎰 Stamp Rally LotteryUp to 50K Points 🎯 d POINT LotteryUp to 200K Points 💄 Cosmetics CashbackUp to 2,000 Points 📷 Camera + Lens BundleUp to 20,000 Points 🛍️ Buy 2+ Extra Cashback+5% 📖 Free This WeekFREE ✨ Double Points on Select Itemsx2 POINT ⚠️ Reminder: Do NOT link external accounts (e.g. d account) as it may affect your points earning. Key Takeaways：Amazon Japan’s New Life Smile Sale (Mar 3–9, 2026) has some genuinely strong deals — Sony WH-1000XM4 at 57% off and Echo Show 5 down to ¥4,500 are standouts. The article also compares sale prices against real secondhand market rates, so you can tell what’s actually

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Extended-hours trading, Investment, Lifestyle, Money-Saving Tips

Tatiaigai Bunbai (立会外分売) Complete Guide | ~80% Win Rate Low-Risk Investment in Japan

May | ⏱ 2026-02-27 🔄 2026-03-08 | Leave a Comment

💡 Key Takeaway: Tatiaigai Bunbai (立会外分売 / off-hours block distribution) is a low-risk, beginner-friendly investment opportunity in Japan\’s stock market. You can buy listed company shares at a 2-5% discount from the previous day\’s closing price, with zero purchase fees. Historical data shows a win rate of approximately 80% when selling at opening price — a classic low-risk, low-return strategy. While individual profits are modest (averaging a few thousand yen per 100 shares), consistent participation steadily builds returns, making it an ideal complement to IPO investing. 🌏 Who This Guide Is For International residents in Japan looking for low-risk stock market opportunities IPO investors wanting to diversify their income streams Beginner investors seeking accessible, low-barrier entry strategies Anyone interested in Japan-specific investments like shareholder benefits and IPO 💡 You only need a residence card and My Number to open a brokerage account! 💰 Discount Rate 2~5% OFF From previous close

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High Cashback Cards, Credit Cards, Lifestyle, Money-Saving Tips

【JRE CARD】Complete Guide | 3.5% Cashback at Station Buildings + Suica Commuter Pass

May | ⏱ 2026-02-27 🔄 2026-03-08 | Leave a Comment

🚃 JR East View Card JRE CARD Complete Guide 3.5% Rewards at Station Buildings × Suica × Commuter PassThe best credit card for JR East commuters in Japan Key Takeaways：JRE CARD is a ¥524/year credit card built for JR East commuters — you get 3.5% back at station shops like atre and LUMINE, 5% on Shinkansen eTickets, and Suica built right in. Pair it with JRE BANK and you can score up to 40% off Shinkansen fares. If you shop or commute through JR East stations regularly, this card basically pays for itself. 📖 This guide is for you if… You regularly shop at atre, ecute, LUMINE and other JR station buildings You commute with Suica and want a combined credit card + commuter pass You want to maximize JRE POINT earnings and redemptions You’re comparing View Card options and unsure which to choose You want to unlock JRE BANK

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High Cashback Cards, Card Reviews, Credit Cards, Lifestyle, Money-Saving Tips

【Wise】Complete Guide for Japan — International Transfers, Multi-Currency & Debit Card

May | ⏱ 2026-02-27 🔄 2026-03-08 | Leave a Comment

Wise Complete Guide for Japan The Ultimate Money-Saving Solution for International Transfers, Multi-Currency & Travel 🌍 160+ Countries💱 40+ Currencies⚡ 74% Instant📱 Fully Online Key Takeaways：Wise beats Japanese banks on international transfers by using the real mid-market rate with no hidden markup — saving you ¥3,000–5,000 on a typical ¥100,000 transfer. It’s fully licensed in Japan, supports 40+ currencies, and 74% of transfers land in under 20 seconds. If you send money abroad or travel frequently, this is probably the most practical switch you can make. 📑 Contents What is Wise? Why Wise? Bank Comparison Safety & Licenses Opening an Account in Japan Sending Money Abroad Multi-Currency Account Wise Debit Card Receiving Money Fee Overview Money-Saving Tips Pros & Cons Wise vs Revolut FAQ What is Wise? Wise (formerly TransferWise) is a UK-based fintech company founded in 2011, serving over 16 million users worldwide. It offers low-cost, transparent cross-border transfers

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High Cashback Cards, Card Reviews, Credit Cards, Lifestyle, Money-Saving Tips

【Revolut】Complete Guide to Revolut in Japan: Sign Up, Save Money & Travel Smart

May | ⏱ 2026-02-27 🔄 2026-03-08 | Leave a Comment

Complete Guide to Revolut in Japan: Sign Up, Save Money & Travel Smart Revolut is a UK-based digital finance app used by over 70 million people worldwide. Since launching in Japan in 2020, it has become an essential tool for anyone who travels abroad, shops on international websites, or sends money overseas. With a single app, you can exchange currencies, send money internationally, pay with a Visa debit card, and withdraw local currency from ATMs around the world — all at significantly lower costs than traditional banks. This guide covers everything you need to know about using Revolut in Japan: how to sign up, the three membership plans, how to top up, key features, and money-saving tips. 👇 Click the button below to sign up for Revolut via referral link 📖 阅读攻略 Revolut卡年费0+海外手续费0！海外旅行必备神卡 Key Takeaways：Revolut is a global digital finance app that lets you exchange currencies, pay abroad, and

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Shareholder Perks, February, Investment

【February 2026】Shareholder Benefits Summary — Holdings & Watchlist

May | ⏱ 2026-02-24 🔄 2026-03-08 | Leave a Comment

A comprehensive summary of shareholder benefits (kabunushi yutai) for the February 2026 record date. This covers current holdings, fractional share positions for long-term qualification, purchase candidates, and a newly curated watchlist. 📑 Contents Current Holdings (4 Stocks) Purchase Candidates (3 Stocks) Fractional Share Positions (7 Stocks) Watchlist Past February Benefit Records Key Takeaways：A hands-on breakdown of kabunushi yutai (shareholder benefits) for the February 2026 record date — covering 4 confirmed holdings, 3 stocks on the buy radar, and 7 fractional positions being seasoned for long-term bonus eligibility. If you shop at MUJI, BicCamera, or eat out regularly, some of these perks genuinely offset holding costs. The fractional share strategy for locking in long-term qualifications early is the sleeper tip here. Current Holdings (4 Stocks) Stocks where the author holds 100+ shares with confirmed February benefits. Kojima (7513) 100 Shares | Record: Feb & Aug Benefit: Kojima store shopping vouchers (twice

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Amazon, EC Deals

【Amazon】Apple AirTag Sale Japan｜1-Pack ¥3,111 / 4-Pack ¥12,000 + Points Stacking

May | ⏱ 2026-02-21 🔄 2026-03-08 | Leave a Comment

🔥 Up to 38% Off + Points Stacking Amazon Japan is running a great deal on Apple AirTag! The 4-pack is 29% off at just ¥12,000, and the 1-pack is an even bigger 38% off at ¥3,111. Stack your points to bring the net price down further — a solid chance to pick these up below market price. ※ Prices as of Feb 21, 2026. Subject to change. Key Takeaways：Amazon Japan has Apple AirTags on sale — 1-pack for ¥3,111 (38% off) and 4-pack for ¥12,000 (29% off). Stack points via Marriott AMEX and d Points to shave the net price down even further. Both deals are already below typical market price, so worth grabbing while stock lasts. 📦 4-Pack 4-PackApple AirTag [MX542ZP/A] 📊 Net Price Calculation Amazon Listed Price¥12,000 (-29%) Total Points Earned-¥580 Net Price¥11,420 🏷️ vs. Market Price~¥780 cheaper 🎁 Points Breakdown 🟠 Amazon Points (1%)120 pts 💳

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