📅 Last updated: May 17, 2026 — Hapitas referral link verified active. Registration bonus available for new members.
Everything in Japan
Shop online, book travel, apply for cards — earn points on all of it.
Living in Japan is incredible — but the cost of living adds up fast. Every time you shop online, book a hotel, or apply for a service, you’re leaving money on the table. Hapitas changes that. It’s a free Japanese points portal that pays you back for purchases you’re already making. I’ve been using it for years, and it’s one of the most underrated money-saving tools for expats in Japan.
What is Hapitas? (And Why Every Expat in Japan Needs It)
Hapitas (ハピタス) is Japan’s largest cashback and points accumulation website. When you shop through Hapitas instead of going directly to a store, Hapitas earns a referral fee from the retailer — and passes part of that fee back to you as points. 1 Hapitas point = 1 Japanese Yen. It’s a genuine win-win-win: the store gets a customer, Hapitas earns a fee, and you get cash back.
How Much Can You Actually Earn?
Here’s a realistic look at how Hapitas points add up across everyday expat purchases:
How to Use Hapitas (Step by Step)
Follow these steps in order. The key habit: always start from Hapitas before you click to any shopping site.
Click the link below to create your free Hapitas account. You may receive up to 3,000 bonus points just for registering through a referral during promotional periods.
Log into Hapitas and search for the store or service you want to use — Rakuten, Yahoo Shopping, Agoda, JALAN, or any of the 3,000+ partners. The site is in Japanese but very easy to navigate visually.
Click the store link on Hapitas. This opens the store in your browser with a tracking cookie active. Then shop completely normally — search, browse, add to cart, checkout.
Points appear in your Hapitas account within a few days to a few weeks. Once confirmed, redeem them for PayPay balance, Amazon gift cards, Rakuten points, or other rewards. Minimum: 300 points.
How to Redeem Your Hapitas Points
Once you’ve accumulated 300+ points (= ¥300), here are all the ways you can cash them out:
PayPay is the easiest and fastest — conversion is instant and you can use it everywhere in Japan. Further reading: Essential Money-Saving Tips for Life in Japan →
Hapitas Japan FAQ for Expats
What is Hapitas in Japan?
Hapitas is Japan’s largest cashback and points accumulation website, established in 2008. You earn points by shopping online, booking travel, or signing up for services through the Hapitas portal. 1 Hapitas point = 1 Japanese Yen.
Can foreigners and expats use Hapitas in Japan?
Yes. Anyone living in Japan can use Hapitas, including foreigners and expats. You need a Japanese phone number and residential address to register. The site is in Japanese but very easy to use visually.
How much is 1 Hapitas point worth?
1 Hapitas point = 1 Japanese Yen. Points are valid indefinitely as long as you log in at least once per year. The minimum redemption amount is 300 points (= ¥300).
How do I withdraw or use Hapitas points?
You can exchange Hapitas points for PayPay balance, Amazon gift cards, iTunes codes, Google Play credits, Rakuten points, nanaco, QuoCard Pay, or cash via PeX. PayPay is the easiest method. Minimum: 300 points.
Is Hapitas safe and legitimate?
Yes. Hapitas is a well-established Japanese company operating since 2008, partnered with over 3,000 major brands including Rakuten, Yahoo Shopping, and JALAN. It is completely free to join and there is no catch.
How do I get a Hapitas referral bonus?
Use Peter’s referral link to register. During promotional periods you may receive up to 3,000 welcome bonus points just for signing up through a referral.
Set it up in 2 minutes — then just remember to click through Hapitas first.
Questions about saving money in Japan? Drop them in the TIFE Facebook Group — our community of 35,000+ expats is always happy to share tips for life in Tokyo.