JR Central Releases 'Piyorin TOICA' to Commemorate Piyorin's 15th Anniversary
JR Central is releasing a specially designed 'Piyorin TOICA' IC card to mark the 15th anniversary of the Nagoya-based sweet 'Piyorin'. The launch includes a limited-edition set with a wooden box via e-commerce and standard sales at major stations, alongside planned commemorative events.
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## Overview
'Piyorin,' a dessert operated by JR Central's subsidiary JR Central Food Service, will mark its 15th anniversary on July 1, 2026. To commemorate this, JR Central is launching the 'Piyorin TOICA,' featuring a special 'Piyorin' design on the transportation IC card.
## Sales Information
1. JR Central MARKET (E-commerce)
- A limited-edition set including a wooden storage box will be available.
- Application period: May 22, 2026 (Fri), 10:00 AM – August 31, 2026 (Mon), 11:59 PM.
- Price: 4,980 yen (tax included, shipping included).
- Limited to 3,000 sets.
2. Station Sales
- Sales will start sequentially from late May 2026 at automated ticket machines and counters within the TOICA service area.
- Price: 2,000 yen (Includes 1,500 yen initial balance and 500 yen deposit).
- Approximately 400,000 units are planned to be issued.
## Future Events
Upcoming 15th-anniversary commemorative plans include motif decorations at Kachigawa Station during the summer and a 'Sawayaka Walking' event starting from Kachigawa Station in the autumn.
'Piyorin,' a dessert operated by JR Central's subsidiary JR Central Food Service, will mark its 15th anniversary on July 1, 2026. To commemorate this, JR Central is launching the 'Piyorin TOICA,' featuring a special 'Piyorin' design on the transportation IC card.
## Sales Information
1. JR Central MARKET (E-commerce)
- A limited-edition set including a wooden storage box will be available.
- Application period: May 22, 2026 (Fri), 10:00 AM – August 31, 2026 (Mon), 11:59 PM.
- Price: 4,980 yen (tax included, shipping included).
- Limited to 3,000 sets.
2. Station Sales
- Sales will start sequentially from late May 2026 at automated ticket machines and counters within the TOICA service area.
- Price: 2,000 yen (Includes 1,500 yen initial balance and 500 yen deposit).
- Approximately 400,000 units are planned to be issued.
## Future Events
Upcoming 15th-anniversary commemorative plans include motif decorations at Kachigawa Station during the summer and a 'Sawayaka Walking' event starting from Kachigawa Station in the autumn.
FAQ
When can I purchase the Piyorin TOICA?
Orders via JR Central MARKET are available from May 22, 2026, and station sales will start sequentially from late May.
Where can I check the stock availability?
The company does not respond to inquiries regarding stock status; availability depends on each station's inventory.
Can I return or exchange the TOICA card?
Returns and exchanges are not accepted, and design selection is not possible.