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Edenred Japan Strengthens Strategic Partnership with Major Benefits Provider e-wel; Accelerating National Rollout of Meal Subsidies Amidst the First Expansion of Tax-Free Limit in 42 Years

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Edenred Japan and e-wel are strengthening their partnership to promote the 'Ticket Restaurant' meal subsidy service, capitalizing on the April 2026 law change that doubles the tax-free limit for meal allowances.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the expansion of the non-taxable allowance for meal subsidies in April 2026?
A: It is a legal amendment that doubles the non-taxable limit for meal subsidies from 3,500 yen to 7,500 yen per month, the first such increase in 42 years.
Q: What are the benefits for companies from this partnership?
A: Companies using iWell's 'Cafeteria Plan' can implement 'Ticket Restaurant' with no initial costs, supporting an increase in employees' take-home pay.
Q: When does the campaign period end?
A: The campaign period is for applications made from April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026.