[Gift × Entertainment] Turn obligatory returns into an experience. ‘GIFCa for Healing’—a new card-style gift catalog that combines retro-game adventure to restore HP (physical recovery) and MP (mental recovery), offering playful enjoyment and reliable, fail-safe gifting.

Loire Co., Ltd., a long-established gift company with 92 years of history that plans and sells gift products (Headquarters: Higashi-Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture), has released a new project embodying its theme "Connecting and spreading thank-you"—a card-style catalog gift called "GIFCa for Healing" that lets users enjoy choosing relaxation items that heal everyday fatigue using a nostalgic retro-game world view.

Details are available on the official website (https://shop.gifca-shop.com/items/143435882).

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What is GIFCa?

A "smart gift" that can be completed with just a smartphone or PC.

Instead of the traditional bulky booklet, we deliver a stylish single card.

By simply scanning the QR code, you can immediately apply for products from the dedicated website.

Because it is compact, it is easy to hand over at meetups or send by mail and doesn't become bulky.

You can also choose a careful noshi (ceremonial wrapping) option by dedicated staff.

Three features of "GIFCa for Healing"

1. Catalog gift × retro game

We realize "the gift is fun until it is received."

The greatest feature is the "gift adventure" played out with nostalgic dot-animation characters.

We recreate the RPG world that many of us got absorbed in after school on a smartphone.

If you select treasure chests or item exchanges found in the game, that actual item will be delivered to you—a special entertainment element. (The usual function of finding exchange items by point tier is also available.)

This transforms the act of "choosing time" itself into the ultimate enjoyable entertainment experience.

2. A unique concept, yet the contents are highly practical! A luxurious lineup that restores real-world "HP (physical strength) / MP (mental strength)"

Although the listed products are uniquely categorized to resemble RPG status recovery, what you can choose are all high-quality, practical items.

[HP recovery (for physical fatigue):] Luxury meats (gourmet), bedding that promotes good sleep, bath salts, etc.

[MP recovery (for mental relaxation):] Fragrant items that calm the mind, earphones for immersive music, etc.

Because recipients can freely select products that suit their lifestyle, you can avoid the mismatch of "I received it but couldn't use it."

3. Easy operation like a smartphone game! A smart card-type gift that delivers reliable satisfaction

Instead of a traditional thick booklet catalog, we deliver a stylish design card.

Just scanning the QR code allows you to smoothly proceed to the product application page with the ease of launching a smartphone game.

Because it is compact and not bulky, it is easy to hand directly to someone or mail, letting you give smiles and healing along with the "peace of mind of never failing" to friends, colleagues, or partners.

[Check the product exchange page here]

https://gift.gifca.co.jp/iyashi_demo

Developer’s thoughts

"Gift × Entertainment" that turns obligation into joy, and "reliable peace of mind"

Modern society is extremely busy, and gifting—which should be a heartwarming culture—tends to become a kind of "obligation" or task like "I have to hurry and find a return because that person gave me a celebration before..."

We believe that precisely because of such times, we must cherish the pure feeling that is the origin of gifts: "I want the other person to be truly pleased."

By combining gifts with entertainment (playfulness) and delivering the fun of selecting products like a smartphone game, we turn obligation into joy and help embody our theme "Connecting and spreading thank-you."

At first glance, it may seem like a very niche "retro game-style" plan, but the essence is a "catalog gift that allows the recipient to choose what they truly want right now."

This avoids the common gifting failures such as personal preference mismatches or duplication with items the recipient already owns.

While maximizing the fun as a surprise, it boasts outstanding stability as a gift that won't miss the mark, so anyone can safely give it to someone important.

Use case examples

• When you want to break away from "formal returns": Eliminate the sense of obligation and set up a surprise aimed at "I will definitely make them smile," while the contents allow recipients to choose things they like—recommended for friends or colleagues who like games.

• As a present for a partner: As a birthday gift or a token of appreciation for someone changing jobs or retiring—the "quest clear" medal of relaxation.

• As prizes or small gifts for events: The compact and humorous card format is ideal for game meetups, wedding after-parties, and company event prizes.

Product overview

• Product name: GIFCa for Healing • Price range (tax excluded): From 3,000 yen — 10 courses • Selectable genres: Recovery T-shirts, Nishikawa bedding, and other healing goods

[HP recovery] Release gun for physical healing / head spa / fitness goods / steak / shabu-shabu / yakiniku / beef / eel [MP recovery] Diffusers for enjoying calming scents / outdoor or facility experience tickets for active outdoor experiences / retro game compatible consoles and sauna goods, among many others (updated regularly) • Features: A catalog gift card that lets you choose from a wide range of healing items • Service start: On sale now

Various other card variations are also available

https://loire.ne.jp/gifca/products.html

Future outlook

Catalog gift card GIFCa aims to create a society where the feeling of "thank you" spreads through gifts. We will continue to deliver projects full of the joy of giving that help people feel connected to one another.

[Inquiries regarding this matter]

Loire Co., Ltd. Public Relations: Sakatani TEL: 06-4306-3735 MAIL: blois@loire.ne.jp URL: https://loire.ne.jp/index.html

[Rakuten marketplace sales page]

https://item.rakuten.co.jp/blois/gifca0012/

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