July 29, 2026, 7:25 p.m.
Credit Saison has begun accepting emergency donations and “Furusato Nozei” (hometown tax) contributions via points and credit card payments to support victims of the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake.
Reports indicate that this disaster has caused widespread damage across a large area, and the company is calling for your support and cooperation to assist those facing difficult circumstances. The company will compile the funds received and make the donations on your behalf.
The recipient of the donations will be announced on the company’s website once the extent of the damage has been assessed and a decision made.
Eligible cards include Saison Cards and UC Cards issued by Credit Saison that earn “Eternal Points” (donations will be made as a lump-sum contribution by Credit Saison and are not eligible for receipts or tax deductions).
Online donations (via STOREE SAISON) can be made using “Eternal Points,” with 100 points (1 unit) equivalent to 450 yen; donations are accepted in increments of 100 points, starting from 200 points.
Donations can also be made via credit card, with each unit valued at 500 yen. A single donation request is limited to a maximum of 999 units; donations of 1,000 units or more must be processed in multiple separate transactions.
Donations via telephone (automated voice system) are scheduled to begin on July 30, 2026.Donations can also be made using Eikyufumetsu Points, with 100 points (1 unit) valued at 450 yen, accepted in increments of 100 points starting from 200 points. The maximum number of units per application is 99; applications for 100 units or more must be processed in multiple transactions.
“Saison’s Hometown Tax” supports reconstruction efforts through the Hometown Tax program. Additionally, in response to the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake, the program is also accepting “proxy donations.”
