J-Market, the Ticket Shop, Announces May 2026 Ranking of Most Inquired Gift Tickets

Cosmic Distribution Industry Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture; President & CEO: Takahiro Doi) has announced the May 2026 gift ticket demand trends in ranking format, based on inquiry data from its ticket shop website "J-Market" (https://j-market.co.jp/) between May 1 and May 31, 2026.

Buyback Ranking: JCB Gift Card 1,000 yen ranks 1st (↑1), Revenue Stamp 100,000 yen ranks 3rd (New), and McDonald's Japan HD Shareholder Benefit Voucher debuts at 10th

J-Market Buyback Popularity Ranking (May 1 – May 31, 2026)

- 1st (↑1) JCB Gift Card 1,000 yen

- 6th (New) Telephone Card 105 units

- 2nd (↓1) Telephone Card 50 units

- 7th (↑3) Department Store Gift Card 50,000 yen

- 3rd (New) Revenue Stamp 100,000 yen

- 8th (→) VJA Gift Card 1,000 yen

- 4th (↓1) Nationwide Department Store Common Gift Voucher 1,000 yen

- 9th (→) JTB Nice Gift 1,000 yen

- 5th (→) JCB Gift Card 5,000 yen

- 10th (New) McDonald's Japan HD Shareholder Benefit Voucher

※ ( ) Change from previous month

Demand Trends: JCB Gift Card 1,000 yen (1st, ↑1)

JCB Gift Card 1,000 yen

- Influx from shareholder benefits and anniversary gifts distributed by March fiscal-year-end companies. - Consumers selling to supplement living expenses after heavy spending during holiday travel and leisure activities.

※ Buyback price: 970 yen per card (as of June 12)

Demand Trends: Revenue Stamp 100,000 yen (3rd, New)

Revenue Stamp 100,000 yen

- Corporate inventory clearance and cash conversion of unused high-value stamps due to organizational changes in the new fiscal year. - Declining usage opportunities due to the widespread adoption of electronic contracts.

※ Buyback price: 99,500 yen per stamp (as of June 12)

Rising Fast: McDonald's Japan HD Shareholder Benefit Voucher (10th, New)

McDonald's Japan HD Shareholder Benefit Voucher

- High liquidity and attractive buyback prices make it one of the most cashable vouchers at ticket shops. - Shareholders prefer cashing in unused vouchers before expiration, as it's difficult to use all 6 sheets within the validity period.

※ Buyback price: 690 yen per voucher (as of June 12)

Sales Ranking: Telephone Card 50 units ranks 1st (→), JTB Travel Gift Card 200,000 yen debuts at 5th (New), Jeff Gourmet Card 500 yen enters at 9th

J-Market Sales Popularity Ranking (May 1 – May 31, 2026)

- 1st (→) Telephone Card 50 units

- 6th (New) JTB Travel Gift Card 100,000 yen

- 2nd (↑2) Telephone Card 105 units

- 7th (↑2) JTB Travel Gift Card 50,000 yen

- 3rd (New) JCB Gift Card 1,000 yen

- 8th (New) VJA Gift Card 1,000 yen

- 4th (↑4) Letter Pack Light 430 yen

- 9th (New) Jeff Gourmet Card 500 yen

- 5th (New) JTB Travel Gift Card 200,000 yen

- 10th (New) Nationwide Department Store Common Gift Voucher 1,000 yen

※ ( ) Change from previous month

Demand Trends: JTB Travel Gift Card 200,000 yen (5th, New)

JTB Travel Gift Card

- Customers are purchasing as advance funds to book JTB tour packages (including flights and hotels) at lower prices during the peak season (July–August). - Used to reduce travel and accommodation costs for business trips (late May to June) and hometown visits outside Golden Week.

※ Sales price: 192,000 yen per card (as of June 12)

Rising Fast: Jeff Gourmet Card 500 yen (9th, New)

Jeff Gourmet Card 500 yen

- Unmatched convenience with acceptance at approximately 35,000 stores nationwide, across all dining categories. - Consistently popular as Mother's Day gifts, presents for distant relatives, and event prizes. - A staple for seasonal greetings such as Ochūgen (mid-year gift) and Oseibo (year-end gift), allowing thoughtful appreciation in a practical way.

※ Sales price: 485 yen per card (as of June 12)

Demand Trends: Nationwide Department Store Common Gift Voucher 1,000 yen (10th, New)

Nationwide Department Store Common Gift Voucher 1,000 yen

- High convenience due to no expiration date and change given. - Used as cash substitute for Mother's Day (second Sunday of May) gifts such as cosmetics, parasols, and confectionery. - Early bulk purchase in anticipation of Father's Day and Ochūgen in June, taking advantage of current low prices.

※ Sales price: 992 yen per voucher (as of June 12)

J-Market's Gift Utilization Guide (https://j-market.co.jp/article/) offers advice on reducing business and daily living expenses through strategic use of vouchers and gift tickets. While numerous cost-saving opportunities exist—from business trips to leisure—success depends on solid knowledge. We remain customer-focused, leveraging our specialized expertise to support expense optimization for both individuals and corporations.

For high-value buybacks and low-cost sales of tickets and vouchers, visit J-Market (https://j-market.co.jp/)! We buy back shareholder benefit vouchers, Shinkansen tickets, stamps, telephone cards, Quo Cards, beer vouchers, leisure tickets, gift cards, and more. Sports and concert tickets, travel vouchers, and accommodation vouchers are also eligible. Immediate high-value buybacks at Tokyo stores, or convenient mail-in purchases online. Special pricing for bulk corporate transactions. Free home visit and on-site buyback services available.