Osaka City to Enhance Furusato Donation Payment System with Long-Term Credit Card Processing Contract
Osaka, Japan – July 28, 2025 – Osaka City announced today its intention to enter into a long-term continuous service contract for payment processing of its “Furusato Donation” program, specifically for payments made via the internet using VISA and Mastercard credit cards. This strategic move aims to streamline and improve the user experience for citizens contributing to the city’s initiatives through this popular donation system.
The contract, officially titled ‘ふるさと寄附金のインターネットクレジット納付にかかる決済業務委託（VISA・MASTERブランド） 長期継続（概算契約）（その2）’ (Outsourcing of Payment Processing for Furusato Donations via Internet Credit Payment (VISA/MASTER Brands) Long-Term Continuous (Estimated Contract) (Part 2)), signifies Osaka City’s commitment to modernizing its administrative services and providing convenient options for its residents and supporters.
The Furusato Donation system, a national initiative, allows individuals to make donations to local government entities across Japan. In return, donors can receive tax deductions and often benefit from local specialty products or services offered by the recipient municipality. Osaka City, like many other regions, utilizes this system to fund various projects and enhance public services.
By securing a long-term agreement for credit card payment processing, Osaka City is expected to achieve several key benefits. Firstly, it will ensure a stable and reliable payment infrastructure for the Furusato Donation program, reducing the risk of service interruptions and maintaining a consistent positive experience for donors. Secondly, the extended contract likely involves a commitment from the payment processor to maintain high security standards, safeguarding sensitive donor information.
Furthermore, a long-term partnership can lead to cost efficiencies through economies of scale and potentially the implementation of enhanced payment features. This proactive approach demonstrates Osaka City’s dedication to adapting to digital payment trends and making it as easy as possible for individuals to contribute to the city’s development and community projects.
The announcement was made via the official Osaka City website, with the publication date of July 28, 2025, at 15:00. This forward-thinking initiative underscores Osaka City’s ongoing efforts to leverage technology for improved public service delivery and donor engagement. The specific details of the selected payment processor and the precise terms of the long-term contract are expected to be disclosed in subsequent announcements.
ふるさと寄附金のインターネットクレジット納付にかかる決済業務委託（VISA・MASTERブランド） 長期継続（概算契約）（その2）
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