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Supporting the Creation of Ongoing Local Fans with a New Service

BIPROGY has officially launched a novel service dedicated to aiding the continuous development of local fans through a special Furusato Tax donation site specifically designed for Fujikawa Town in Yamanashi Prefecture. With evolving conditions surrounding Furusato Tax donations, local governments are under increased pressure to not only rationalize operational costs but also foster enduring relationships with donors and generate continuous local fan interest.

This new Furusato Tax dedicated site management service enables municipalities to construct and operate a dedicated site at a low cost. It integrates various essential facets—ranging from planning and producing local information content to executing engagement strategies and measuring effectiveness. Additionally, the service promotes cooperation with a variety of other regional services that can establish lasting relationships with donors, starting from their contributions.

BIPROGY aims to bolster the continuous relationship between local governments and donors through this initiative, contributing to the creation of local fans and the revitalization of regional communities.

Background

As the Furusato Tax market expands, many municipalities are striving to attract donations. However, building lasting relationships with donors and fostering attachment to the region have surfaced as significant challenges. Moreover, it is anticipated that from October 2026, the upper limit on operational expenses for Furusato Tax will be gradually reduced, pressuring municipalities to operate efficiently and establish unique engagement bases.

Since 2025, BIPROGY has collaborated with the General Incorporated Association of National Regional Business to provide advisory support for regional public corporations, deploying knowledge gained from revitalization efforts in Sakai Town, Ibaraki Prefecture, nationwide. This latest service harnesses insights from Sakai Town’s efforts to facilitate the building of new relationships between regions and donors stemming from Furusato Tax donations.

Service Overview

The Furusato Tax dedicated site management service goes beyond the conventional construction and management of websites. It provides an integrated approach supporting everything from planning and producing regional information content to executing engagement strategies and measuring outcomes. This service enables municipalities to effectively implement engagement strategies and foster lasting relationships with donors, which are often challenges faced by independent municipal sites. Rather than merely providing a system, BIPROGY works directionally alongside municipal governments, pursuing the dual goal of creating local fans while attracting donations through continuous relationship building with contributors.

Key Features of the Service

1. Affordable System Fees and Engagement Support
The service offers a conducive environment for managing a dedicated Furusato Tax donation site at a low operational cost compared to general Furusato Tax portal sites. It also assists in acquiring donors through support in content creation and engagement strategy planning.

2. Enhanced Functionality as a Comprehensive Regional Information Site
By disseminating information about tourism, events, local specialties, and migration opportunities within the dedicated site, the service increases interest in the region, leading to ongoing donations and visits. The use of generative AI for content planning and creation helps streamline information dissemination tasks.

3. Visualization and Integrated Management of Local Fans
The service entails continuous management of relationships with site visitors and donors, aiding in the creation and expansion of local fans. By utilizing digital resident records and behavioral data, the relationship with the region can be visualized, facilitating repeat donations and refining revitalization strategies.

Future Initiatives

Building on the efforts in Ibaraki’s Sakai Town and Yamanashi’s Fujikawa Town, BIPROGY is set to promote the nationwide rollout of this service. Through enhanced regional information dissemination, engagement support, and local fan management functionalities, BIPROGY will aid in establishing lasting relationships with the region that go beyond mere donation collection, contributing to the realization of sustainable regional communities.

For more details:

• - Visit Fujikawa Town’s Furusato Tax Dedicated Site: Link
• - Read about the nationwide advisory support aimed at fostering sustainable communities: Link

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