Bridgestone Sports launches its fifth T-POINT service: Limited-edition cans of tennis balls "XT8 (4-pack)" and "TOUR PRO" that earn T-POINT are now available in limited quantities.

2012.12.11 Press Releases
T Point Japan Co., Ltd.

T Point Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Muneaki Masuda), which operates "T-POINT," Japan's largest common point service, will begin offering T-POINT services for the limited-edition canned tennis balls "XT8 (4-pack)" and "TOUR PRO," which were released in limited quantities in early December 2012 by Bridgestone Sports Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Sugio Fukuoka).

"XT8 (4-pack)" is a ball officially approved by the Japan Tennis Association and the International Tennis Federation, recognized worldwide for its stable rebound performance and mild feel. "TOUR PRO" is a practice ball that has gained a reputation among customers for its stable quality and excellent cost performance. Now, a limited edition can that allows you to earn T-POINT has been released in limited quantities. Please note that the limited edition cans are those with a "T-POINT" sticker attached to the package. Customers using a T-CARD can earn T-POINT by purchasing tennis balls "XT8 (4-pack)" or "TOUR PRO" and then applying through the dedicated website. The T-POINT you accumulate can be used at approximately 49,000 stores across 91 companies nationwide, including TSUTAYA, FamilyMart, ENEOS, and Gusto, as well as through online services, with 1 point equaling 1 yen.

[Overview of T-POINT Service at the Time of Purchase]
■Target products:
• Tennis balls: BRIDGESTONE XT8 (limited edition can)
• Tennis balls: BRIDGESTONE TOUR PRO (limited edition can)

*Only products with a sticker bearing a serial number are eligible.
*This is a limited-quantity item and will be discontinued once stock runs out.

■Application acceptance start date: Starts simultaneously with the release date
■ Number of points awarded:
• Tennis balls BRIDGESTONE XT8 (limited edition can): 10 points for each can (4 balls) purchased
• Tennis balls BRIDGESTONE TOUR PRO (limited edition can): 5 points for each can (4 balls) purchased
■ How to apply: Access the Bridgestone Sports dedicated application page on T-SITE, the information site for T-POINT and T-CARD (http://tsite.jp/r/maker/bsp/). Fill in the required information, and T-POINT will be awarded 3-4 days after your application.

*A valid T-CARD is required to apply.
*If you do not have a T-CARD, you can earn T-POINT by registering for a T-ID (free of charge) online, which allows you to use the T-POINT service.

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Bridgestone Sports launches its fifth T-POINT service: Limited-edition cans of tennis balls "XT8 (4-pack)" and "TOUR PRO" that earn T-POINT are now available in limited quantities.

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T Point Japan Co., Ltd.
Public Relations Representative: Ando
TEL: 03-6800-4464