Due to High Demand, Capacity Increased: Online Report Session on 'Hometown Tax Actual Condition Survey' on July 15 (Wed) Now Accepting Registrations for 300 Participants — Results from Survey of 327 Municipalities to Be Presented

The General Incorporated Association Municipal DX Promotion Council (hereinafter 'the Council') announces the reopening of registration for its online seminar, 'Hometown Tax Actual Condition Survey Report Session' (hereinafter 'the Report Session'), to be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Initially, registration was closed after reaching the original capacity of 100 participants. However, due to overwhelming demand from municipalities, the capacity has been expanded to 300 participants.

Participation is free and requires prior registration, which remains open until shortly before the event.

▼ Register for the Report Session (Free, Pre-registration Required)

Date and Time: July 15, 2026 (Wed), 10:00–11:30 (90 minutes) Format: Online (via Zoom)

Registration Page: https://www.gdx.or.jp/works/r8_furusato.html

Registration Form: https://forms.gle/HWQTLy9Ua5REe68G6

'Hometown Tax Actual Condition Survey Report Session'

Background

The hometown tax system is undergoing a major transformation since its inception. Starting with the October 2025 ban on point rewards through portal sites, the system is facing revisions including the application of fundraising suitability standards (expense ratio), review of local product standards (especially the upcoming No. 3 standard in October 2026), and a planned revision of the deduction limit for donations starting from the 2027 tax year.

The operational focus is shifting from point-based competition to emphasizing regional storytelling and donor relationships. To visualize the challenges and future strategies municipalities face during this transition, the Council conducted the 'Hometown Tax Actual Condition Survey (May 2026)' targeting hometown tax departments across municipalities nationwide.

This Report Session aims to widely share the aggregated results and introduce comprehensive solutions to support municipalities in operating hometown tax programs in this new era.

【Registration Site】

Date and Time: July 15, 2026 (Wed), 10:00–11:30 (90 minutes) Format: Online (via Zoom)

Registration Page: https://www.gdx.or.jp/works/r8_furusato.html

Registration Form: https://forms.gle/HWQTLy9Ua5REe68G6

Event Overview

Name

Hometown Tax Actual Condition Survey Report Session

Theme

Back to Basics: From Points to Stories, From Competition to Empathy

Date and Time

July 15, 2026 (Wed), 10:00–11:30 (90 minutes)

Format

Online Webinar (Zoom) ※ The access URL will be sent via email two days prior to the event

Participation Fee

Free (Pre-registration required)

Capacity

300 participants (Registration closes once capacity is reached)

Target Audience

Municipal staff, GDX members

Organizer

General Incorporated Association Municipal DX Promotion Council

About the General Incorporated Association Municipal DX Promotion Council

The General Incorporated Association Municipal DX Promotion Council (GDX) is an organization dedicated to advancing digital transformation (DX) in local governments and promoting sustainable regional development. Collaborating with municipalities, GDX supports the resolution of regional challenges and the creation of innovation through digital technologies.

GDX serves as a bridge between local governments and businesses, providing a partnership platform to accelerate regional revitalization through digital transformation.

Inquiries Regarding This Press Release and Seminar

Municipal DX Promotion Council (GDX Secretariat) Hometown Tax DX Division

TEL: 03-6683-0106

E-mail: [email protected]

URL: https://gdx.or.jp/