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Visa Takes a Bold Step in Customer Engagement

Visa, a leading player in electronic payment systems, is set to revolutionize its brand strategy in the Japanese market with the sponsorship of the upcoming "Ado STADIUM LIVE 2026 Ao". Scheduled for July 4th and 5th, 2026, at Nissan Stadium, this initiative marks the first significant move in Visa's effort to enhance customer engagement through immersive experiences that resonate with consumer passions.

Historically, Visa has built its brand value through sports sponsorships and partnerships. However, with the landscape of payments and consumer behavior evolving rapidly, the company aims to widen its scope to include music and other areas that inspire people’s passions. This strategy reflects a growing trend where fan culture has shifted from traditional viewing experiences to more interactive and participatory ones. Fans are no longer passive consumers; they actively create relationships with brands and content through live events, social media, and community activities.

In Japan alone, it's estimated that around 14 million people are involved in fan activities, collectively spending approximately 3.5 trillion yen annually. This spending covers various forms of engagement, including ticket purchases, merchandise, subscriptions, travel, and dining. The intertwining of experiences and purchases exemplifies how fan culture significantly influences consumer behavior today.

Music, in particular, has become a domain where daily interactions meet extraordinary experiences. Continued engagement through fan clubs and streaming services complements participation in live shows, merchandise buying, and consumption around event venues. This creates a robust connection between artists and their fans.

Positioning music as a primary avenue for enhancing customer engagement, Visa's sponsorship of "Ado STADIUM LIVE 2026 Ao" signifies the beginning of its evolving brand strategy. As part of this partnership, Visa will collaborate with Credit Saison to offer an exclusive original tapestry blanket related to the event, available for purchase on Credit Saison's official online store starting early July 2026 for Saison Card Visa members.

The main visual for "Ado STADIUM LIVE 2026 Ao" captures the essence of what fans can expect from this vibrant event. Further details about the original tapestry blanket will be unveiled as the sale date approaches on the STOREE SAISON online platform.

According to Akihiro Sato, Head of Marketing for Visa Worldwide Japan, which also oversees operations in Korea and Mongolia, Visa strives to connect people globally to experiences they desire. He highlighted that various payment touchpoints arise in contexts where consumers are passionate, such as ticket purchases, merchandise, subscriptions, and dining. This initiative is a crucial first step for Visa in creating new connections with consumers and delivering richer experiential value.

Moving forward, Visa aims to build on its foundation of trust and convenience in payment networks, continuously working to create experiential value that aligns with consumer passions and interests.

About Visa

Visa is a global leader in electronic payments, facilitating transactions across more than 200 countries and regions. The mission of Visa is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, and secure payment network, contributing to the prosperity of individuals, businesses, and economies. We believe that an inclusive economy for everyone enhances lives worldwide and paves the way for a better future in payments. For more information, visit Visa.com or visa.co.jp.