# Launch and promotion of Furucomi tax portal

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/launch-and-promotion-of-furucomi-tax-portal
> Updated: 2026-09-09T04:46:49.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Punctual Co., Ltd. launched ‘Furucomi’, a new hometown tax (furusato nozei) portal site intended to aid regional revitalization in Japan. The company distinguishes itself through a platform usage fee of 2.5%, which is notably lower than the industry average of approximately 9.7%, aiming to maximize funds returned to local municipalities.

Following the launch, the company expanded its promotional efforts through the ‘World Local Character Grand Prix’. This initiative includes a ‘Hometown Tax Support Event’ and a promotional booth at the National Local Specialty Osusowake Marche at Makuhari Messe in Chiba. During the event, visitors can participate in a local support voting session for regional characters using QR codes, with onsite votes weighted significantly higher than standard web votes.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Punctual Co., Ltd. to host Furucomi booth at Makuhari Messe

Punctual Co., Ltd. will host a promotional booth for its ‘Furucomi’ tax portal at Makuhari Messe on September 12–13, 2026, alongside a local voting event for the World Local Character Grand Prix.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/punctual-co-ltd-to-host-furucomi-booth-at-makuhari-messe

### 2026-08-31: Furucomi portal launches to support regional revitalization in Japan

Punctual Co., Ltd. launched ‘Furucomi’, a hometown tax portal with a low 2.5% fee, aiming to boost regional revitalization through lower costs for municipalities.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/furucomi-hometown-tax-portal-launches-with-low-commission-fees

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