While food items like rice and 牛肉 are default return gifts, a growing number of cities issue 地方 “digital 積分” and “e-vouchers” instead. Perfect for travelers, we profile the advantages of choosing 積分 as return gifts.

What are Point-Based Return Gifts?

Instead of physical goods, you receive 本地 digital tokens (worth roughly 30% of your donation) spendable at hotels, cafes, and 商店 in the recipient city.

Types of Point-Based Gifts

1. Rakuten Travel / Jalan Accommodation Coupons

Digital vouchers that apply discounts directly to hotel bookings inside the recipient municipality.

2. 本地 PayPay 積分

Certain cities issue 本地 PayPay town 積分 redeemable at registered merchants inside the city limits.

3. e-Machi Vouchers / Digital Gift Cards

Electronic vouchers stored on your phone, spendable down to the exact 日圓 at 本地 餐廳 and tourist 商店.

Benefits of Point-Based Gifts

• Longer Validity Periods: Most vouchers last 1 to 2 years, giving you ample time to plan vacations.
• No Freezer Clutter: Avoids packing your freezer with frozen meats or 海鮮.