When are Happy Present Coupons distributed?
Hello!
The "Happy Present Coupon", which is packed with great deals for the whole family. Just as often as we are asked "Where can I get one?", we are also asked "When are they distributed?". This time, we have summarized the distribution timing and process in an easy-to-understand way.
Furthermore, for companies considering sponsorship or advertising, we will also provide an approximate schedule.
▼ Please see our previously published article for information on "Where can I get one?".
Happy Present Coupons are delivered to kindergartens and nursery schools before long holidays (Golden Week, summer vacation, and winter vacation)!
Happy Present Coupons are delivered to schools 3 to 4 times a year throughout the year, before long holidays.
Spring Issue: Delivered to each school from early to mid-April, before Golden Week.
Summer Issue: Delivered to each school from early to mid-July, before summer vacation.
Autumn Issue: Delivered to each school from early to mid-September.
* The autumn issue may not be published depending on the fiscal year.
Winter Issue: Delivered to each school from early to mid-December, before winter vacation.
Happy Present Coupons are coupon booklets created with the wish that children and their families can enjoy their long holidays (Golden Week, summer vacation, and winter vacation) by providing them at seasonal timings throughout the year.
From delivery to the school until they reach the parents
Handed out directly by teachers at kindergartens, nursery schools, and centers for early childhood education and care!
Dedicated distribution staff deliver 450,000 copies across 8 regions nationwide by visiting each kindergarten and nursery school that has agreed to receive them, and they are then handed to children and parents by the teachers at each school as a gift.
They are often distributed along with notices for parents before long holidays (Golden Week, summer vacation, and winter vacation).
What exactly is a Happy Present Coupon?
"Happy Present Coupon" is a coupon booklet containing information, discounts, and special offers from local businesses, published by Link Co., Ltd. and the NPO Force Three.
Discounts for leisure facilities
Parent-child bathing benefits at hot spring facilities
Discounts for experience events and movie tickets
Benefits for study materials
And many other great services for families to use!
Launched in 2014, we are now in our 12th year, and we are widely recognized by kindergarten and nursery school staff and families of children as part of their employee benefits.
For Companies | To companies and representatives considering sponsorship or advertising [Estimated Schedule]
Happy Present Coupon is always looking for sponsors and companies to advertise to local families.
Below is the estimated schedule for production, application deadlines, and distribution for each issue.
■ Estimated Schedule
Dates may vary slightly depending on the distribution area and specifications. Please feel free to contact us for details.
Spring Issue
Application Deadline: Mid-March
Manuscript Deadline: Late March
School Distribution Period: Early to Mid-April
Summer Issue
Application Deadline: Early June
Manuscript Deadline: Mid-June
School Distribution Period: Early to Mid-July
Autumn Issue *May not be published depending on the fiscal year
Application Deadline: End of July
Manuscript Deadline: Early August
School Distribution Period: Early to Mid-September
Winter Issue
Application Deadline: Early November
Manuscript Deadline: Mid-November
School Distribution Period: Early to Mid-December
Reference | 2025 Fiscal Year Estimated Schedule
Advertising slots are limited.
Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, and if you apply at the last minute, we may not be able to secure a slot for you, so we would appreciate it if you could inquire and consider your application as early as possible.
Summary
The distribution period for "Happy Present Coupon" is...
before long holidays (Golden Week, Summer Vacation, Winter Vacation)!
Issued 3 to 4 times a year
Delivered to kindergartens/nursery schools, then given as a gift to children and parents by the teachers at each school
For companies considering advertising, the application deadline is generally 2 months before the distribution date!
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