Service Overview
Service Name: JapanETCcard
We provide ETC cards for highway toll usage in Japan, offering services compliant with Japanese standards.
Customers are billed monthly for toll usage incurred using the provided ETC cards.
Our services cater to SOFA, MOFA, MOC, retired military personnel, and foreigners residing in Japan.
We ensure expert customer support and convenience tailored to your needs.
Pricing and Fees
Initial Setup Fee: ¥2,750 (plus tax). This fee covers document verification, card activation, shipping, and secure dashboard setup. It is charged after the 60-day free trial period.
Security Deposit: ¥40,000 for the primary ETC card and ¥20,000 for each additional card. Deposits are fully refundable upon final bill settlement. The deposit may increase based on monthly usage exceeding ¥40,000 to mitigate risk.
Monthly Fees:
The Free Plan has no charges if the card is unused during a billing period. The Pay-as-you-go Plan costs ¥1,200 per month and is billed only when the card is actively used.
Processing Fees: Credit card payments incur a 3.6% fee, plus a 0.4% invoice fee. Bank transfers or Wise payments have a 1.5% processing fee, plus a 0.4% invoice fee.
Late Fees: ¥1,500 per 7 days after the invoice due date. Accounts delinquent for over 8 days may have deposits applied to outstanding balances and face account closure. Reactivation requires a ¥2,750 fee.
Optional Insurance: Available for ¥1,500 per year, covering lost or damaged cards, declined payments, and unauthorized charges within 10 days of reporting.
Membership and Payment Terms
JapanETCcard does not require long-term contracts. Membership can be canceled anytime after clearing outstanding charges.
Payments are processed monthly, two months in arrears. For example, toll charges for December are billed at the end of January.
Refundable deposits are required for each card and are refunded after the final bill is settled and proof of card destruction is submitted.
For further details, visit our Pricing Info page.
Customer Benefits
Earn Mileage Credits: Customers earn mileage credits for all driving in Japan. These credits are applied on invoices and can result in significant discounts.
The 2030 ETC Card provides additional commuter discounts and time/distance-based mileage benefits. Registration through our company is required to be eligible for these programs.
Toll Receipts and Travel Claims: We provide a detailed breakdown of toll road usage, monthly invoices, and travel claim assistance in English. Trip planning and toll fee estimates are also available.
Foreigner-Friendly Service: Designed for foreigners residing in Japan, including SOFA, MOFA, and retired personnel. Vehicles must be registered in the customer's name and meet eligibility requirements.
ETC Discounts: Driving with an ETC card offers cost-effective toll payments, including instant savings at toll gates for eligible times and routes.
Additional Features
Annual Tax Report: We provide a consolidated report for ETC usage to assist with tax filings.
24/7 Dashboard Access: Customers have access to their billing dashboard for managing invoices and usage details at any time.
Refundable Security Deposit: Billing is processed two months behind. Deposits are fully refundable in Japanese Yen after the final bill is settled.
Consolidated Monthly Invoices: One invoice is provided monthly, listing all toll charges incurred in the previous month. Payments are automatically processed through the credit card or bank transfer on file.
Points and Miles: Customers can accrue points and miles using credit cards for toll payments. The MCC (Merchant Category Code) for tolls/bridge fees is 4784, maximizing benefits for travel rewards credit cards.
Merchant Details
Corporate Number: 50021001052313
Japan T Number: JP TRN T5021001052313