The Hokuriku Support Discount, which is scheduled to be implemented from March, is a discount that will be implemented in response to the Noto earthquake. However, when you want to use it, you may have many questions such as where to apply, whether it applies to any trip, whether foreigners can use it, etc.
In this article, we will thoroughly explain how to apply, the target areas and travel content, and who is eligible, so that you won't be confused when making a reservation. Please refer to this article and apply.
What is the Hokuriku Support Discount? Until when can it be used?
The Hokuriku Support Discount, which is set to be introduced to support the tourism industry in the Hokuriku region that was affected by the "2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake" that occurred on January 1, 2024. Let's start by explaining the overview.
Overview
Introduced to support the tourism industry in the Hokuriku region, which was affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake that occurred in January 2024.
The target areas are Ishikawa, Toyama, Fukui, and Niigata prefectures. The subsidy rate is up to 50% per person per night for accommodation, with a maximum of 20,000 yen. Packaged tours that include transportation costs such as Shinkansen and highway buses are also eligible for discounts. If you stay for two or more nights in the same prefecture and purchase a package tour, the maximum discount per person is 30,000 yen. For tours that include stays in two or more prefectures, the maximum is 35,000 yen.
※The Noto region is considering implementing up to 70% travel support depending on the recovery situation.
Also, each prefecture will also offer support discounts.
Hokuriku Support Discount 'Ishikawa Support Travel Discount' (First Edition)
| Implementation period | From March 16, 2024 (Saturday) to April 26, 2024 (Friday) for accommodation |
| Reservation start date | March 12, 2024 (Tuesday) |
| Subsidy target | Ishikawa Prefecture's registered accommodation travel and stay (including foreign tourists) |
| Discount rate | 50% of travel and accommodation fees |
| Discount limit | ① For accommodation services only: 20,000 yen ② For travel products with accommodation: 20,000 yen per night, 30,000 yen for 2 nights or more ③ For round-trip travel products (2 or more prefectures): 35,000 yen |
| Remarks | ※The second phase is scheduled to be implemented after Golden Week within the budget |
Hokuriku Support Discount "Toyama Support Campaign"
| Implementation period | From March 16th, 2024 (Saturday) to April 26th, 20246 (Friday) for stays |
| Reservation Start Date | March 8th, 2024 (Friday) |
| Eligible for Subsidy | Domestic travelers, visitors to Japan |
| Discount Rate | 50% of travel product price & accommodation fee (per person) |
| Discount Limit | Accommodation only products & accommodation with transportation travel products: up to 20,000 yen etc. |
Hokuriku Support Discount "Fukui de Discount Campaign"
| Implementation period | From March 16th, 2024 (Saturday) to April 26th, 2024 (Friday) for accommodation |
| Reservation start date | March 8, 2024 (Friday) |
| Subsidy Target | Fukui Prefecture registered accommodation travel and stay (Including foreign visitors) |
| Discount Rate | 50% of travel and accommodation fees |
| Discount Limit | ①Accommodation only fee: 20,000 yen ②Accommodation travel product with transportation (1 night): 20,000 yen ③Accommodation travel product with transportation (2 nights or more): 30,000 yen ④Tour travel product (accommodation in 2 or more prefectures): 35,000 yen |
Hokuriku Support Discount "Niigata Support Travel Discount Campaign"
| Implementation period | From Saturday, March 16, 2024 to Friday, April 26, 2024 for accommodation |
| Reservation start date | Friday, March 8, 2024 |
| Subsidy target | Users of products sold by accommodation operators and travel agents participating in this campaign |
| Discount Rate | 50% of travel and accommodation fees |
| Discount Limit | ①Accommodation only products & travel products with transportation per night: 20,000 yen ②Travel products with accommodation and transportation (2 nights or more): 30,000 yen ③Tour-type travel products (accommodation in 2 or more prefectures): 35,000 yen |
Period
Hokuriku Shinkansen's Kanazawa to Tsuruga section will open on March 16, 2024 (Saturday), starting from that day until the stay on April 26 (Friday). However, please note that the application will end when the budget reaches 9.44 billion yen.
Can foreigners use the Hokuriku Support Discount?
This time, the Hokuriku support discount has no residential restrictions, so it can be used by foreigners as well.
How to Apply
You can make a reservation at a discounted price through the travel booking site participating in the campaign, travel agencies, or the homepage of the accommodation facility. As it is on a first-come, first-served basis, we recommend checking regularly.
Points to Note
There are no plans to issue regional coupons, but Toyama Prefecture is planning to issue its own coupons. The current plan under consideration is to distribute electronic coupons (1,000 yen to 3,000 yen) that can be used at restaurants and souvenir shops to travelers to Toyama Prefecture from March, separate from the Hokuriku Support Discount.
Please note that these cannot be used for day trips.
Recommended spots in the Hokuriku area
Having the coastline of Sea of Japan, the Hokuriku region is characterized by its humid and rainy climate throughout the year. In addition to being able to feel nature in this region with abundant natural scenery, the traditional houses and traditions are carefully preserved, allowing you to enjoy an atmosphere full of emotion.
Here are some spots you can't miss when visiting the Hokuriku region. Please use it as a reference and enjoy touring Hokuriku.
Use the Hokuriku support discount to travel affordably!
So far, we have introduced popular tourist spots in the Noto region. Why not try fresh seafood and Noto beef, a brand of beef, in the Noto area, where a rich and peaceful landscape spreads out? Let's take a trip to relax both physically and mentally away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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