Introducing the COTEN Card: Supporting Human Knowledge and Society

COTEN Card: A New Way to Support Human Knowledge

The launch of the COTEN Card on February 20, 2026, is an exciting development from Marui Group. This innovative collaboration with COTEN, a company dedicated to bridging the gap between human knowledge and society, aims to bolster initiatives surrounding historical education and research. The COTEN Card not only supports these vital efforts but also creates a unique opportunity for cardholders to contribute to the greater good through everyday shopping.

What is COTEN?

COTEN, based in Fukuoka, Japan, focuses on promoting the value of humanistic knowledge through a variety of projects, including the development of a world history database and the operation of COTEN RADIO, a popular podcast aimed at making history engaging. Their mission revolves around providing access to historical knowledge, helping individuals gain a deeper understanding of society and their place within it.

Unique Features of the COTEN Card

The COTEN Card is designed to facilitate donations to COTEN's initiatives in a seamless manner. Here are the standout features:

1. Initial Donation Upon Registration:
Each time a new individual registers for the COTEN Card, Marui Group will donate ¥1,000 to COTEN, at no cost to the new member. This initial contribution supports the foundation of various projects initiated by COTEN.

2. Ongoing Donations with Usage:
Users will contribute further every time they use the card. For every 200 yen spent, cardholders will earn one point, with a 0.5% cash-back rate. Additionally, 0.1% of the total amount spent will be contributed to COTEN's endeavors by Marui Group, creating a sustainable system of support for their projects.

These donations will enhance COTEN's efforts in developing their world history database, conducting research relevant to post-capitalism, and running COTEN RADIO, among other important activities.

Backing Beyond Transactions

Marui Group's vision promotes an economy driven by personal passions, aiming to bridge individual consumer interests with broader societal benefits. The COTEN Card aligns seamlessly with this vision—transforming personal spending into contributions that benefit not just one’s self, but the community and society at large.

By partnering with COTEN, Marui Group emphasizes that supporting human knowledge translates into supporting a more informed and aware society. Through dialogues and collaboration, both organizations have committed to creating impactful social change alongside profitability.

Moving forward, the COTEN Card opens a pathway for fans and advocates of COTEN to support its mission effortlessly during their routine purchases. The partnership is anticipated to continue evolving, focusing on striking a balance between social impact and business success.

Overview of the COTEN Card

- Issuing Entity: Epos Card Co., Ltd.
- Name: COTEN Card
- Design: Two different styles available
- Annual Fee: Free for life.
- Start Date for Applications: February 20, 2026.
- International Brand: Visa
- Automatic Donation Feature: Includes donations of ¥1,000 for each new card registration and 0.1% of spending toward COTEN projects.
- Sign-Up Bonus: 2,000 Epos points as an initial incentive.
- Application Link: Epos Card COTEN collaboration

As COTEN continues its mission of enriching historical knowledge, the COTEN Card will serve as an essential tool in fostering community engagement and promoting educational initiatives in society.

Learn More

To delve deeper into the background of the COTEN Card and its impact, tune in to the special edition of COTEN RADIO available on platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and various podcast services.