Prime Minister Kishida held a press conference in New York during his visit and announced that he would initiate the “Event Wari” demand stimulus measure to replace the GoTo event on 11 October.
The “Event Discount” is a measure to stimulate the demand for events such as films, live concerts, tickets for sporting events, etc. with a 20% discount (up to 2,000 yen). It was originally called Event Waku Waku Wari, but “Event Wari” became the official name.
We will explain the details such as the discount rate, date, request method, accommodation period, discount target, etc. of the “event discount” announced from 11 October.
What is the “event discount”?
The event discount is a measure to stimulate demand for events such as movies, live concerts and sporting events with a discount of 20% (up to 2,000 yen).
Eligible events include admission tickets for movies, live concerts, sporting events, theme parks, plays, art galleries, museums, aquariums and zoos.
To use the event discount, simply purchase an eligible event discount ticket from a registered ticket seller.
“Event Discount” implementation period.
The “Event Discount” will start on 11 October 2022.
Target person “Event discount”.
The target audience for the event discount consists of all citizens.
“Event Discount” Terms of Use.
Users must be in possession of vaccination certificate or negative PCR test certificate, quantitative antigen test (sample collection date + 3 days), qualitative antigen test (sample collection date + 1 day).
“Event Discount” overview
| campaign name | discount for events |
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| cut the amount | (1) Discount on the event ticket 20% off (up to 2,000 yen) |
| Auxiliary conditions | National people |
| date of the event | October 11, 2022 ～ |
| Notes | ・ Ticket purchases at flea markets are not eligible. ・ Corporate purchase is not allowed. ・ Up to 5 tickets per purchase. ・ Purchases by groups of more than 5 people are not allowed. |
Target event of “event discount”
From the official website “Event Discount”.
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“Event Discount” covers a wide range of events, including movies, live concerts, watching sports, theme parks, plays, art galleries, museums, aquariums, zoos, and traditional performing arts tickets.
As for musical events, as long as they are held by national companies, live events by foreign artists are also allowed, as well as online distribution events (live events with no audience) and live fan club events.
Additionally, tickets with discounts such as student discounts, seniors discounts, women’s days, movie days, and couples discounts are eligible for event discounts. In that case, in addition to these discounts, the “event discount” discount will be applied, so you can enjoy it even more.
How to make a reservation for “Event Discount”
Vaccination etc.-
Please do a vaccination certificate or PCR test. It must be submitted by all users. Children under the age of 12 do not need to be tested if they are accompanied by a guardian such as a parent living with them.
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Eligible ticket reservations-
Purchase a ticket sold by an “event discount” target trader. There are a maximum of 5 tickets per purchase.
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Presentation of vaccination certificate, etc.-
Please present a vaccination certificate or a negative certificate such as a PCR test. Please contact the organizer regarding whether or not identity verification is present at the time of registration.
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What is the difference between “Event Discount” and “Go to Event”?
The “GoTo Event Campaign” (hereinafter referred to as the “GoTo Event”) is a 20% discount or coupon for event tickets such as movies, live shows and watching sports sold by target ticket sales operators, etc., up at 2,000 yen It is a measure to stimulate demand for events supported by.
The “GoTo Event” took place in 2020 as one of the “GoTo Campaigns”, but ended due to the spread of the new coronavirus.
The “Event Discount” is a successor campaign to “GoTo Event” and is a measure to stimulate demand for events by offering a 20% discount on event ticket prices up to 2,000 yen. It was originally called “Event Wakuwaku Wari”, but “Event Wari” became the official name.
The “GoTo Event” was a campaign where you could get a 20% discount on the ticket price or coupon points equivalent to 20% of the ticket price, but with the “Event Discount” you can only get a 20% discount.
Summary of changes to “Event Discount” and “Go to Event”
| campaign name | Event Go to | discount for events |
|---|---|---|
| cut the amount | discount on the event ticket ・ 20% discount (up to 2,000 yen) ・ Voucher equal to 20% of the ticket price |
discount on the event ticket ・ 20% discount (up to 2,000 yen) |
| residence | National people | National people |
| Implementation period | ~ December 31, 2020 | October 11, 2022 ～ |
| Control of infectious diseases | I do not want to | ・ Negative tests such as vaccination or PCR test |
Destination event “Go to event”.
At the “GoTo Event”, tickets for “GoTo Events” such as USJ (Universal Studios Japan), “Sanrio Puroland”, “Fuji-Q Highland” and “Huis Ten Bosch” were sold. It can be said that there is a high possibility that such a plan will be sold for “event discount”.
The following are the target events of the “GoTo Event” held in 2020.
Theme parks like USJ
| Destination event | Discount details |
|---|---|
| Universal Studios Japan (Osaka) | 1 day study pass ・ Adult: 6,720 yen (usually 8,400 yen) ・ Elementary school students and younger: 4,560 yen (usually 5,700 yen) |
| Sanrio Puroland (Tokyo) | Sanripuroland day ticket ・ Adult: 3,040 yen (usually 3,800 yen) ・ Child: 2,160 yen (usually 2,700 yen) |
| Fuji-Q Highland (Yamanashi) | Free pass (all-you-can-ride attractions for one day) ・ Adult: 4,960 yen (usually 6,200 yen) ・ High school students: 4,560 yen (usually 5,700 yen) ・ Elementary school students: 3,600 yen (usually 4,500 yen) ・ Child: 1,680 yen (usually 2,100 yen) ・ Senior: 1,680 yen (usually 2,100 yen) |
| Huis Ten Bosch (Nagasaki) | Passport 1 day ・ Adult: 5,600 yen (usually 7,000 yen) |
| Tokyo Disney Resort (Chiba) | No implementation |
Tokyo Tower / Sky Tree
| Destination event | Discount details |
|---|---|
| Tokyo Tower main bridge | Tokyo Tower WEB ticket ・ Adult: 960 yen (usually 1,200 yen) ・ High school students: 800 yen (usually 1,000 yen) ・ Elementary and middle school students: 560 yen (usually 700 yen) ・ Preschoolers (age 4 and over): 400 yen (usually 500 yen) |
| Tokyo Sky Tree | Fixed date admission ticket on weekdays (Tenbo Deck) ・ Adult: 1,440 yen (usually 1,800 yen) ・ Junior: 1,120 yen (usually 1,400 yen) ・ Child: 680 yen (usually 850 yen) |
Kabuki / Theater
| Destination event | Discount details |
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| Shiki Theater Company | Aladdin Tokyo performance (adult) ・ Seat S: 9,680 yen (usually 12,100 yen) ・ One seat: 7,040 yen (usually 8,800 yen) ・ Seat B: 5,280 yen (usually 6,600 yen) ・ Seat C: 2,640 yen (typically 3,300 yen) |
| Kabukiza | Kotobuki In the case of early spring grand kabuki (adult) ・ First floor seat: 14,000 yen (usually 16,000 yen) ・ 1st class: 13,000 yen (usually 15,000 yen) ・ Second class: 9,000 yen (usually 11,000 yen) ・ 3rd class A seat: 4,000 yen (usually 5,000 yen) ・ 3rd class B: 2,400 yen (usually 3,000 yen) |
| Osaka Shochikuza | Spring dance (adult) review ・ 1st class: 6,800 yen (usually 8,500 yen) ・ Second class: 3,600 yen (usually 4,500 yen) |
Future of prefectural discount, nationwide travel assistance and GoTo Travel
Summary of future tourism support measures
[1]Prefectural discount
Term extended from the end of September to the deadline of 10 October
[2]Travel support nationwide
Due to the decrease in the number of infected people, it will start on 11 October
[3]Go on a trip
Undecided date
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Save up to 7,000 yen on travel expensesPrefectural discount”Was extended from the end of September to October 10 (for check-outs on October 11).
At the end of the “Prefectural Discount”, you can save up to 11,000 yen on the price of the trip.Travel support nationwide”(National Travel Discount) will be held from 11 October to the end of December.
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