On June 23, 2026, a new initiative will unfold as Sumitomo Life Insurance Company introduces a feature allowing customers to exchange their Vitality coins for V Points. This exchange program marks a significant collaboration between V Points Marketing Co., headquartered in Yokohama, Kanagawa, and Mitsui Sumitomo Card Co. based in Koto, Tokyo.
The Vitality program offered by Sumitomo Life focuses on promoting health and fitness, rewarding participants for maintaining their health through exercise, health check-ups, and various engagement activities. Members accumulate Vitality coins based on their commitment to health initiatives. Now, with the option to convert these coins into V Points, customers can further enhance their experience.
The exchange mechanism is designed to create more opportunities for customers to earn V Points, which can be utilized for everyday purchases.
For every one Vitality coin earned, members will receive one V Point, establishing a direct correlation between healthy behavior and tangible rewards. Customers will be able to request an exchange in units of one or more coins, with a maximum exchange limit of 25,000 coins per transaction. Notably, any exchanged V Points will have a validity period of 180 days from the exchange date, making it crucial for users to redeem them promptly.
The V Points accrued can be used at an extensive network, reaching approximately 160,000 partnered stores across Japan and around one million Visa-accepting merchants worldwide. This wider acceptance ensures that participants can enjoy their rewards easily, further motivating them to engage in healthy activities.
The exchange service will be delivered via NTT Card Solutions' Points @ Gift service, simplifying the process. Users will need to complete their request on the dedicated Vitality Coin exchange site by selecting V Points, specifying the amount they wish to exchange, and finalizing the request. Following the application, they will receive an email advising them of the gift issuance, accompanied by a unique gift ID that must be entered on the site to complete the exchange.
Vitality isn’t just about rewards; it embodies a philosophy that encourages enjoying the journey towards better health instead of viewing it as a chore. By providing attractive rewards that correlate with health improvements, Sumitomo Life stimulates a culture of health and wellness, providing participants with the joy of becoming healthier each day without pressure.
Further details regarding V Points can be found on two dedicated websites: the V Points Marketing official site (https://web.tsite.jp/vpoint/) and the Mitsui Sumitomo Card promotional site (https://www.smbc-card.com/camp/totalvpoint_mirror/index.html). For comprehensive guidance on how to exchange Vitality coins, individuals can visit the program's dedicated page (https://vitality.sumitomolife.co.jp/reward/vitality_coin/details.html).
The Vitality program is an exciting approach to health, promoting a vibrant lifestyle through rewarding physical activity and health measurement. It transforms the concept of health management from a tedious obligation to an engaging, fun sequence of activities that create a healthier version of oneself. More information is available on the Vitality program’s page (https://vitality.sumitomolife.co.jp/) where users can learn about other features and incentives of this innovative health management system.