🚀 Join the JapanETCcard Referral Revolution!
Power our growth base-by-base, earn jaw-dropping bonuses, and lead your community!
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Overall Monthly Champions
1st Place: ¥20,000
2nd Place: ¥10,000
Begins July 2025
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Monthly 10-Referral Sprint
10 × ¥3,000 = ¥30,000
+ Bonus ¥20,000 = ¥50,000
Begins July 2025
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Overall Yearly Legends
Leader: ¥50,000
Runner-Up: ¥25,000
Through Dec 2025
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Local ETC Base Leaders
¥1,200 fee waived
+ ¥20,000 monthly credit
Min 5 referrals/month (60/year)
Eligible for all bonuses
Note: In 2025, monthly and yearly bonus windows begin in July,
with Legends rewards running through December.
Note: In 2026, annual Legends rewards will increase to:
Leader ¥100,000 / Runner-Up ¥50,000.
Spread The Word Receive ¥3000 Free ETC Credit
Starting June 2025 Changed From ¥1000 to ¥3000 Every Friend Referred
Referral Credit Timing
Referral credits are applied 90 days after your referred friend signs up and remains active. Because of this 90-day qualification period, leaderboard winners are announced based on the month the credit is officially posted—not when the referral was originally made.
- 90-Day Qualification: Credits only activate after the new member completes 90 full days of active participation.
- Example: A referral made in April becomes eligible in July, once the 90-day period ends. That is why July leaderboard winners may include referrals from April.
- Projected Winners: Future months (e.g., August or September) may display early leaderboard standings if referrals are projected to qualify, but final results are not confirmed until the end of each month.
Final Monthly Results
Monthly winners are reviewed and finalized at the end of each calendar month after confirming referral eligibility. Credits and bonus awards are only applied once the 90-day active requirement is fully satisfied.
Program Breakdown
Standard Referral
Earn ¥3,000 ETC credit for every new member who signs up using your Referral ID on or after June 1, 2025. This credit is provided in addition to any applicable bonuses such as monthly or yearly contests.
Referral credits do not expire. Any unused credit will remain in your account balance until it is used. Even if you cancel your ETC card account, your referral credits will remain securely tied to your profile. You may return at any time in the future and redeem your unused credits.
Monthly Champions
Each calendar month, the top two referrers are awarded additional bonus prizes:
- 1st Place: ¥20,000
- 2nd Place: ¥10,000
Monthly bonuses are stackable with standard referral credits and sprint bonuses.
Monthly Referral Leader Eligibility
- To qualify for monthly leadership, a participant must refer at least two (2) new members within the calendar month.
- If no participant refers two or more members, then no winner will be declared for that month.
- If only one participant reaches the threshold, they will receive first place only, and no second-place prize will be awarded.
- Participants who refer only one new member are not eligible for leaderboard ranking but still receive the standard referral credit.
10-Referral Sprint
Refer 10 new members in a single month to unlock the sprint bonus. This can be earned alongside standard and monthly champion rewards:
- 10 × ¥3,000 = ¥30,000 (standard credits)
- + Bonus ¥20,000
- Total Potential: ¥50,000
You can win both the sprint bonus and a monthly leadership prize within the same month if qualified.
Yearly Legends
The yearly leaderboard is calculated based on referrals made between October and September. This adjusted timeframe accounts for the 90-day qualification period, ensuring all eligible referrals can be credited by the end of December.
- Cutoff: Referrals must be made by September 30 to be included in the current year's standings.
- Credit Posting: These referrals will be credited in December after the 90-day period concludes.
- Final Rankings: Calculated in December based on all referrals that posted by the deadline.
- Post-September Referrals: Count toward the following year's leaderboard and bonus cycle.
2025 Year-End Rewards:
- Leader: ¥50,000
- Runner-Up: ¥25,000
2026 Year-End Rewards:
- Leader: ¥100,000
- Runner-Up: ¥50,000
All rewards are cumulative. You may qualify for standard referral credit, monthly prizes, sprint bonuses, and yearly legends all at the same time.
Referral Program Notice
If you were referred by a friend, please make sure to enter their Referral ID during the registration process. This ensures your friend receives proper credit for the referral.
Referral IDs must be submitted before completing your deposit. Credits cannot be applied retroactively.
🎉 All new customers receive a FREE 60-Day Trial.
Spread the Word: Earn ¥3,000 ETC credit per successful referral (effective June 2025, increased from ¥1,000). Be sure to share your Referral ID!
How to Earn Referral Credits
Each new member you refer who completes the 90-day active period earns you a ¥3,000 ETC credit. These credits are non-cash and can only be applied toward toll usage.
If you don't use your credits right away, they remain on your account until redeemed—even if your account is inactive. Rejoin anytime to use them!
Program Terms & Conditions
- Referral credits have no cash value and are non-transferable.
- Credits are forfeited if the referred customer cancels within the 90-day trial.
- Self-referrals are permitted only for opening an additional account under the same user.
- Program terms are subject to change without prior notice and cannot be combined with other offers.
Tie-Break Policy
If there is a tie for 1st or 2nd place—monthly or yearly—the prize will be split equally among the tied participants.
To secure a full prize, continue referring and aim to lead the board!
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the referral reward? ¥3,000 ETC credit per new referral (effective June 2025; ¥1,000 prior).
- Where does the referred person enter my ID? During registration or in their dashboard before payment.
- Can I refer myself? Only if opening a separate, approved account under your name.
- Can two people refer each other? No; only the first person to complete registration will receive the credit.
- What if the referred person cancels early? You won’t receive credit if they cancel within the 90-day trial.
- When will I receive my credit? After the referral completes 90 full days of activity.
- Can I apply my Referral ID later? No; it must be submitted before completing payment.
- How can I track my referrals? Log in to your dashboard for real-time updates.
- Can referral credits be transferred? No; credits are linked to your account only.
- Do credits have cash value? No; they are toll-only credits.
- What if there's a tie? Prizes are shared equally among tied participants.
- Is there a referral limit? No; refer as many friends as you'd like!
- How long will the program run? It’s ongoing and reviewed periodically.
- Can I refer people outside Japan? Only those eligible under JapanETCcard’s terms may join.
- Can I use my credits after canceling? Yes! Credits remain tied to your account and can be used when you return.
🚀 Now Recruiting: Local Base Leaders
Become a Base Leader and help grow the program in your local area. Host information sessions, support new members, and earn exclusive bonuses.
Qualifications
- Must be an active ETC cardholder for at least 2 years
- Have a minimum of 20 successful referrals
Benefits & Requirements
- Monthly fee (¥1,200) waived
- ¥20,000 monthly ETC credit
- Maintain a minimum of 5 referrals/month (60 per year)
- Status revoked if minimum is not met for 3 consecutive months
Additional rewards available for organizing meetups, assisting with support, and other community contributions.
If you’re interested, contact our team to learn more about becoming a Base Leader.
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