Key Facts
• Applications for Nagoya’s premium gift certificates open July 26, 2025.
• Certificates offer $130 worth of shopping for $100.
• Two types available: paper certificates and electronic money.
• Paper certificates reduced by 500,000 units compared to last year.
• Electronic money issuance decreased by 300,000 units.
• Last year’s application success rate was 1.63 times.
• Purpose: Boost local economy and ease household financial burdens.
• Common uses: groceries, high-value items, dining out.
• Eligibility: Residents of Nagoya City.
• Application period: July 26 to August 17, 2025.
• Usage period: October 14, 2025, to January 31, 2026.
Summary
Nagoya’s premium gift certificate program returns for its fourth year, offering $130 worth of shopping for $100 to support local businesses and reduce household expenses amid rising prices. Applications open on July 26, 2025, and close on August 17, 2025, with usage valid from October 14, 2025, to January 31, 2026. This year sees a reduction in issuance, with 500,000 fewer paper certificates and 300,000 fewer electronic money units compared to last year, potentially increasing competition. The program aims to stimulate the local economy, with past usage focused on groceries, high-value items, and dining out. Eligible participants must reside in Nagoya City.
