[Pre-opening September 8th, 9:9 AM] FamilyMart celebrates its 45th anniversary - Bringing the "best" value to the community starting with the Zao Togatta store.
FamilyMart will celebrate its 45th anniversary in September 2026.
To commemorate our 45th anniversary, we have launched the "Number One Challenge," aiming to create many of your number one choices, and are developing new initiatives in eight areas, including "delicious," "a little bit of a bargain," "exciting and fun," "environmentally friendly," and "loved by the community."
As part of the commemorative project, a "FamilyMart 45th Anniversary Card," which combines coupons redeemable for popular FamilyMart products, is being sold via lottery on FamilyMart Online.
Then, at 9:9 AM on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, the FamilyMart Zao Togatta store, directly managed by the Gaia Group, will have its soft opening after completing renovation work.
Limited edition "FamilyMart 45th Anniversary Card" (4,500 copies)
The "FamilyMart 45th Anniversary Card" is a limited edition card with a serial number commemorating the 45th anniversary of FamilyMart's founding.
The selling price is 1,500 yen (tax included). By scanning the QR code on the back of the card with the FamiPay app, you can receive 10 free exchange coupons for 5 popular FamilyMart products, 2 of each.
The following five products are included in this offer:
- Famichiki
- Hand-rolled salmon
- Soufflé Pudding
- FamilyMart The Crepe Raw Chocolate
- Line socks
The coupon is valid for a total of 3,084 yen, making it a special offer that is "approximately 45% cheaper" than purchasing at the regular price.
Each card has a unique serial number, combining practicality with the enjoyment of collecting.
Sales overview
- Product Name: FamilyMart 45th Anniversary Card
- Selling price: 1,500 yen (tax included)
- Limited quantity: 4,500 copies
- Lottery application period: September 1st (Tue), 2026, 10:9 AM to September 21st (Mon), 9, 11:59 PM
- Collection period: October 16th (Fri) - October 29th (Thu), 2026
- Sales method: Lottery sale via FamilyMart Online
Please check the FamilyMart Online application screen or individual stores for information on available stores, product availability, and stock status.
FamilyMart Zao Togatta store will have its soft opening on September 8th.
FamilyMart Zao Togatta Store, operated directly by the Gaia Group, will have its soft opening on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 9:9 AM.
We have refurbished our store facilities and sales floor, and under a new operational structure, we welcome everyone in the community.
Business schedule
- Pre-opening: Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 9:9 AM
- Grand opening: Thursday, October 1, 2026
- Tobacco sales start date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
During the pre-opening period from September 8th to September 30th, we will suspend the sale of tobacco products. Food, beverages, daily necessities, and other products and services will be available as usual from the start of the pre-opening period.
Towards a store that supports local life and stays in Zao
The area surrounding FamilyMart Zao Togatta store includes the Togatta Onsen hot spring resort, Zao Sansuien, Keikyu Echoland, and other resort areas, as well as scattered Gaia Resort accommodations.
In this region, local residents, those using vacation homes, those who have moved here, those who live in two locations, and tourists visiting Zao from both within Japan and overseas all spend their time in their own way.
Convenience stores, which sell food, beverages, and daily necessities, as well as providing services such as ATMs, parcel delivery, and payment of various bills, are an essential part of local infrastructure that supports daily life and stays.
This will make it easier to deal with things like forgotten items during your trip, sudden weather changes, or extensions of your stay, contributing to peace of mind for everyone visiting Zao.
The Gaia Group will develop FamilyMart Zao Togatta store into a "community infrastructure station" that supports daily life, tourism, community interaction, and disaster prevention.
Putting the "Zao Welfare Forest Concept" into practice in everyday life
At Gaia Group,
"A community where everyone can live with peace of mind"
"A society where everyone can have a role to play in their community."
We are promoting the "Zao Welfare Forest Concept" with the aim of realizing this goal.
We are building a system that connects essential functions for the region—such as healthcare, welfare, agriculture, accommodation, food and beverage, real estate, migration, employment, disaster prevention, and community exchange—under a single philosophy, and solves social issues through the power of business.
FamilyMart Zao Togatta Store is also a hub that supports people's daily lives through everyday shopping and various services.
We value our daily conversations and interactions with local residents when they visit our store, and we strive to cultivate a safe and secure community environment.
A regional infrastructure based on hot springs (hospitalita diffuser)
In the area centered around Zao Sansuien, we are developing "Hospitalita Diffuza," a network that connects scattered accommodations, restaurants, shops, agriculture, welfare, medical care, migration, employment, and community exchange, using the local hot springs as the foundation for daily life and stays.
Travelers become temporary residents, joining the daily lives of local people and experiencing the region's food, hot springs, culture, and interactions with the people.
FamilyMart Zao Togatta Store will serve both local residents and visitors staying in Zao, playing a role in connecting scattered community hubs.
We will further enhance the safety and security of living and staying in Zao by collaborating with Sakai Coffee Zao Sansuien-mae store, Zao Shokudo, accommodations at Gaia Resort, relocation consultation services, welfare and medical facilities, and more.
A new challenge begins at the Zao Togatta store as it marks its 45th anniversary.
FamilyMart will celebrate its 45th anniversary in September 2026 and launch its "Number One Challenge."
At the same milestone, FamilyMart Zao Togatta store will also be starting anew as a directly managed store of the Gaia Group.
We aim to be a store that is loved by the local community and that can be used with peace of mind by those using vacation homes and travelers alike, and we will continue to build upon each and every initiative to achieve this goal.
After the pre-opening at 9:9 AM on Tuesday, September 8th, please be sure to visit FamilyMart Zao Togatta store.
Related Links
FamilyMart 45th Anniversary Commemorative Card Product Introduction
FamilyMart 45th Anniversary Special Website
FamilyMart Zao Togatta Store Reopening Announcement