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Eraberu Gift × au PAY Loop Guide|WAON Infinite Loop & Rakuten Pay 5.1% Cashback Route

Key Takeaways:New Eraberu Gift POSA cards at FamilyMart and MiniStop unlock two cashback routes worth knowing: a WAON infinite loop that keeps stacking 1%, and a Rakuten Pay chain that pushes effective returns to 5.1%. Both only work while au PAY exchanges at par value — that window closes April 13. If you have the setup (iPhone + au PAY Prepaid Card + nearby MiniStop), this week is the time to run it. 📌 Key takeaways New “Eraberu Gift” POSA cards launched April 7, 2026 at FamilyMart and MiniStop across Japan Exchange to au PAY at par value enables WAON infinite loop and Rakuten Pay up to 5.1% cashback Exchange rate will be nerfed from April 13 — this is the last window for par value exchange Requires iPhone (Apple Pay WAON) + MiniStop ⏰ Breaking: On launch day (Apr 7), au PAY exchange was temporarily shut down due to […]

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【JCB Card】Complete Guide | J-POINT Revolution, Card Comparison & Money-Saving Tips in Japan | Latest

Key Takeaways:JCB cards in Japan just got a major shake-up with the J-POINT Revolution, merging Oki Doki points into the broader J-POINT ecosystem for easier earning and redemption. This guide breaks down which JCB card actually fits your lifestyle — from no-annual-fee options to premium travel cards — with honest comparisons and real money-saving tactics. If you’re navigating Japan’s card landscape as a resident or long-term visitor, this is worth bookmarking. 🔄 J-POINT Reward Revolution JCB Card Complete Guide Japan’s only international card brand — issued directly by JCBUp to 10% back at McDonald’s/Gusto × 2% at Amazon × No annual fee forever J-POINT Revolution: Oki Doki points fully upgraded to J-POINT in Jan 2026 — earn from every ¥200, up to 10% back at McDonald’s and more JCB Card W: Ages 18–39 only, no annual fee forever, 1.0% base cashback, even higher at Amazon/Starbucks/7-Eleven MyJCB Pay: Use J-POINT directly

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Amazon Prime Japan for Foreigners: Benefits, Student Plan & Sign-Up

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 benefits, compares plans, and shows you exactly how to get the most out of your membership. 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

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【ONE BANK】 (formerly B/43) Complete Guide – Latest| AI Budgeting App + Visa Prepaid Card 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. 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 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 expense tracker with zero manual entry. Rebranded

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【Feb 19-23】Rakuten Shopping Marathon Entry Guide & Best Daily Deals List|10x + SPU Up to 47x

Key Takeaways:Rakuten’s Shopping Marathon runs Feb 19–23, letting you stack shop-hop points (up to 10,000 pts — 3,000 more than usual) on top of SPU multipliers for a combined max of 47x. Feb 20 is a ‘5 & 0 Day,’ so hitting it with a Rakuten Card is a no-brainer. Half-price food deals, Furusato Nozei, and cheap ¥1,000 fillers make it easy to hit shop counts without wasting money. 🛍️ Rakuten Shopping Marathon is Live! Shop-Hop for Up to 10x Points ✕ SPU Up to 47x 🎯 Enter Now 📅 Points Up Period: Feb 19 (Thu) 20:00 – Feb 23 (Mon) 01:59 JST Entry Period: Feb 17 (Tue) 10:00 – Feb 23 (Mon) 01:59 JST ✨ This Round’s Highlights 📌 Shop-hop points cap: 10,000 points (3,000 more than usual!) 📌 Feb 20 (Fri) is a “5 & 0 Day” — use Rakuten Card for extra point boost! 📌 Rakuma purchases

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【Feb 19 8PM – Feb 23】Rakuten Shopping Marathon: Up to 11,500 Points!

Key Takeaways:The Feb 19–23 Rakuten Shopping Marathon has a higher-than-usual point cap of 11,500 points — 10,000 from shop-hopping across 10+ stores plus a 1,500pt Rakuma bonus. The boost period kicks off Feb 19 at 8PM JST, but you must enter all 5 campaign links before you start shopping or you’ll leave points on the table. 🎉 This round’s point limit is higher! Shop-hopping limit 10,000pts + Rakuma bonus 1,500pts Total up to 11,500 points! 📝 Entry Period Feb 17 (Tue) 10:00 AM ~ Feb 23 (Mon) 1:59 AM 🛒 Point Boost Period Feb 19 (Thu) 8:00 PM ~ Feb 23 (Mon) 1:59 AM 🏆 Shop-hopping Limit 10,000pts (buy from 10+ shops) 🎁 Rakuma Bonus +1,500pts (higher than usual!) This Rakuten Shopping Marathon offers a total point cap of 11,500 points — 1,500 more than standard rounds. The point boost starts tonight at 8PM JST. Make sure to enter before

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Visa Touch Payment Roulette Cashback Campaign in Japan | Win Every Time

Key Takeaways:Visa Japan is running a guaranteed cashback roulette campaign (Feb 10–Apr 30, 2026) where every ¥1,000+ Visa Touch payment earns you a spin — 100% win rate, up to ¥500 per spin. The expected return is ~15.5% cashback, and stacking through ANA Pay pushes total rewards even higher. If you use Visa contactless payments regularly in Japan, this is a no-brainer. 🎰 VISA CASHBACK Win Cashback Every Time!Visa Touch Payment Roulette Spin the roulette on every ¥1,000+ Visa Touch Payment100% win rate — up to ¥500 cashback per spin 📅 Feb 10 – Apr 30, 2026 Visa Japan is running the “Smartphone Visa Touch Payment Cashback Campaign” nationwide. During the campaign period, every time you make a Visa Touch Payment of ¥1,000 or more using your smartphone, you get to spin a roulette for guaranteed cashback — every single time! There’s no daily limit on spins, and each card

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【February 2026】Hot Pepper Beauty “Vivivi Festival” Up to 50% Points Back Campaign

Key Takeaways:Hot Pepper Beauty’s Vivivi Festival in February 2026 gives you up to 50% points back (max 20,000 points) on hair, nail, eyelash, and relaxation bookings. The catch: you must pre-register before reserving, and it’s capped at the first 1 million reservations — so speed matters. If you’re spending on beauty anyway, this is one of the best cashback deals of the year. 【February 2026】Hot Pepper Beauty “Vivivi Festival” Up to 50% Points Back Campaign | May’s Money Room 【February 2026】Hot Pepper Beauty “Vivivi Festival” – Up to 50% Points Back Campaign 📌 Who Should Read This Planning to use hair salons, nail salons, or eyelash salons Want to make affordable reservations through Hot Pepper Beauty Looking to save on beauty expenses Don’t want to miss the up to 50% points back mega campaign 🎉 Vivivi Festival (Exciting Points Back Campaign) Up to 50% Points Back Limited to first 1

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FamiPay for Foreigners in Japan: How to Register, Charge & Save

Key Takeaways:FamiPay is a QR payment app tied to FamilyMart that can stack cashback up to 13%+ when you combine the right credit card, coupons, and POSA card strategies. The Famima Card is the clear anchor — it’s free, has the highest charging limit, and unlocks the best in-store discounts. If you shop at FamilyMart regularly, this guide will save you real money. FamiPay is one of the most cost-effective convenience store payment methods in Japan. By strategically combining charging methods, coupons, and point systems, you can achieve over 13% cashback. This guide covers everything you need to maximize FamiPay’s value: charging techniques, POSA card purchase strategies, free coupon acquisition, and comparisons with other payment methods. Quick answer for foreigners Yes — foreigners can use FamiPay (FamilyMart’s QR payment app). Sign up in the app with a phone number. The big catch for foreigners is charging: credit-card top-ups only work

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JRE Bank for Foreigners: 40% Off Shinkansen & How to Open It

Key Takeaways:JRE BANK is JR East’s online bank that pays you in railway perks — think 40% off Shinkansen tickets, free Green Car passes, and discounted mystery travel, all just for keeping money in an account. If you regularly ride JR East trains, the benefits easily outweigh anything a standard online bank offers. This guide breaks down exactly how to qualify, how to use each perk, and how to squeeze maximum value out of the account. 🚄 JRE BANK Complete Guide Shinkansen 40% Off • Free Green Car Tickets • Exclusive Railway BenefitsThe Must-Have Bank for JR East Users 📖 Visit JRE BANK Official Website 📑 Table of Contents 1. What is JRE BANK? 2. The 4 Main Benefits Explained 3. Benefit Eligibility Requirements 4. How to Use the 40% Discount Tickets 5. How to Use Dokokani Byuuun Coupons 6. How to Use Suica Green Car Tickets 7. Banking Features

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