Nagasaki Stadium City Launches New Payment Concept "Smart Payment"

Regional Creation Nagasaki Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture / President and Representative Director: Hideki Iwashita) will launch a new payment system at Nagasaki Stadium City, which is entering its second year of operation. Since its opening in October 2024, the facility has been operated under the concept of "completely cashless." In response to various feedback received from customers and business partners over the past year, we are launching the new payment concept "Smart Payment" with the aim of becoming a more comfortable and user-friendly facility for all customers. In addition to existing cashless payment methods, cash payments will become available starting Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Background of the Initiative: Towards a More Convenient and Enjoyable Place by Responding to Customer Feedback Since its opening, Nagasaki Stadium City has welcomed a large number of customers from both Japan and abroad, with over 4.85 million visitors in its first year. In surveys conducted with visitors, we received feedback, particularly from children and seniors, expressing a desire to "conveniently shop with cash." Taking this feedback seriously, we have decided to introduce the new service "Smart Payment" so that all customers can enjoy their time at Nagasaki Stadium City without stress. Starting Wednesday, April 1, 2026, cash payments will be possible in addition to existing cashless payment methods. Through this initiative, we aim to create an environment where all customers, including children enjoying their pocket money and seniors who prefer to pay with familiar cash, can spend their time more comfortably.

What is "Smart Payment" that Expands Payment Options? "Smart Payment" is a payment concept that balances the benefits of improved customer convenience with our goal of efficient stadium operations. While retaining the achievements of DX (Digital Transformation) in store operations, such as the elimination of cash register closing work and prevention of errors in money handling, which have been realized through "complete cashless," we will enhance the convenience of cash.

・Already Implemented Cash payment via cash charging machine "J-Preca" / Cash acceptance at vending machines ・Scheduled for phased implementation from April 1st Installation of automatic change machines at stores / Cash acceptance for parking payments Cash acceptance at the food hall - Installation of KIOSK terminals (automatic ticket vending machines) *Scheduled for installation around Summer 2026

*What is 1-day "J-Preca"? It is a prepaid card in receipt format that can be issued by inserting cash into a dedicated machine installed within the facility. This service is ideal for those who want to use cashless payments conveniently for just one day. Any unused balance can be settled on the day of issuance. Nagasaki Stadium City has already provided an environment where cash can be used through the introduction of J-Preca, and this will continue to be available. Therefore, customers who prefer cash can visit with peace of mind.

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