A first for the B.League! "Support T-Card (Utsunomiya Brex)" will be issued starting September 1st!

2022.08.25 Press Releases
Tochigi Brex Co., Ltd. / Usagiya Co., Ltd. / T-Point Japan Co., Ltd.

-In addition to merchandise sales at the arena, the number of stores where T Points can be earned and used will also be expanded-

Tochigi Brex Co., Ltd. (Head office: Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture; CEO: Fujimoto Mitsumasa; hereinafter referred to as Tochigi Brex), which operates the Utsunomiya Brex, a member of the domestic men's professional basketball league B.LEAGUE, and T-Point Japan Co., Ltd. (Head office: Shibuya Ward, Tokyo; CEO: Sugiura Keita; hereinafter referred to as T-Point Japan) have entered into a T-Point Program agreement and will begin issuing the "Support T-Card (Utsunomiya Brex)" together with Usagiya Co., Ltd. (Head office: Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture; CEO: Sasanuma Takafumi; hereinafter referred to as Usagiya), which operates TSUTAYA and other stores in Tochigi Prefecture, allowing users to support the Utsunomiya Brex with accumulated T-Points.

■Background of the initiative
The Utsunomiya Brex, whose hometown is Utsunomiya City, was supported by many fans and local businesses and won the men's basketball B.LEAGUE championship for the second time in May 2022.
Usagiya, which has been an official sponsor since 2015, has continued to take steps to make the team feel closer to people and support them in their daily lives, such as distributing original book covers and bookmarks free of charge at TSUTAYA stores in the prefecture and running a campaign where people can earn 5x T-Points the day after a victory.

■About this initiative
Starting Thursday, September 1st, the B.League will be issuing the first-ever "Support T Card (Utsunomiya Brex)" to enable fans to support the Utsunomiya Brex more easily through the T Points that are so popular with fans. This card allows T Points earned at T Point partner stores nationwide to be automatically used to support the team, allowing you to support the team even with your everyday shopping. The ticket face features the BREX logo as the main feature on a deep background, creating a simple yet luxurious design that will make holders proud of the Utsunomiya Brex. The ticket also embodies the desire to make the Utsunomiya Brex known to many people, not just fans. The same card design can also be used as a "Mobile T Card" via the "T Point App" on your smartphone. In addition, for those who are paid members of the fan club (CLUB-REX), a "Support T-Card (Utsunomiya Brex)" will be included in the first shipment, scheduled to be sent around late August 2022, and will be delivered to you in advance.

In addition, starting with the 2022-23 season, which begins in October 2022, a service will be launched that allows fans to earn and use T Points when purchasing merchandise at the Utsunomiya Brex home arena. Fans who check in with the T Point app during home games will also receive 5 T Points as attendance points. In the future, by expanding the number of T-Point affiliated stores, mainly in the team's hometown of Utsunomiya, the team will further strengthen the connection between fans, the team, and the hometown area, centered around the "Support T-Card (Utsunomiya Brex)," thereby promoting support for the Utsunomiya Brex and revitalizing the local economy.

＜Details of the "Support T Card (Utsunomiya Brex)"＞
■ Support T Card (Utsunomiya Brex) Official Website

Support period: Until July 31, 2025

*The support period may be extended.

■Supporting teams with T Points
・To support a team, you will need to register your name, address, and other information on the Support T Card.
・During the support period, all accumulated T points will be automatically deducted.
・30% of the points withdrawn will be deducted as an operating fee.
・After the support period ends, you can continue to use it as a regular T card.
■About Mobile T Card
The Support T Card (Utsunomiya Brex) will also be displayed on the Mobile T Card (smartphone app).
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■General issuance acceptance starts: Thursday, September 1st (scheduled)
■Issuance fee: 550 yen (tax included)
■Issuing location
- One card will be issued to each paid member of the official fan club, CLUB-REX, for the 2022-23 season, and will be shipped by the CLUB-REX Secretariat.
・Those who are not paid members of the official fan club CLUB-REX for the 2022-23 season can apply for a card at the following stores.
・Brex Arena Utsunomiya (only on home game days)
・The following TSUTAYA stores are eligible:
Usagiya TSUTAYA Yaita Store / TSUTAYA Utsunomiya Techno Store / TSUTAYA Jichi Medical University Store / TSUTAYA Sakushin Gakuinmae Store / TSUTAYA Utsunomiya Station East Exit Store / TSUTAYA Utsunomiya Tomatsuri Store / TSUTAYA Utsunomiya Higashiyanase Store / TSUTAYA Mashiko Store / TSUTAYA Tochigi Jonai Store / TSUTAYA Kuki Store / TSUTAYA Tokorozawa Yamaguchi Store / TSUTAYA Shin-Tokorozawa Store / TSUTAYA Otone Store

■Service start date: Saturday, October 22, 2022
■Service details:
Earn T points by purchasing merchandise and checking in with your smartphone

Through the "Support T Card (Utsunomiya Brex)," Tochigi Brex, Usagiya, and T-Point Japan aim to connect fans with the team and the local community, further developing the Utsunomiya Brex and revitalizing the hometown area centered around Utsunomiya City. We will also create high-value fan marketing using the T-Point database, aiming to create value that allows fans to experience the true essence of sports - its incredible power to move people's hearts.

*The company names and product/service names mentioned in this press release are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.

Inquiries regarding this matter
T Point Japan Co., Ltd.
Public Relations Officer
TEL: 03-6800-4464