Rakuten Group, Inc. (hereinafter "Rakuten")'s online bookstore, "Rakuten Books," today began selling a limited edition Book Card NEXT (hereinafter "this product") featuring Rakuten's official characters "Okaimono Panda" and "Ko Panda" (Note). Book Card NEXT 3,000 yen design Book Card NEXT 5,000 yen design This product is available in two denominations: 3,000 yen and 5,000 yen, with different designs for each. The designs feature the energetic "Okaimono Panda" and "Ko Panda," and are finished with warmth and loveliness that are sure to bring a smile to the recipient's face. They are also ideal as gifts for loved ones for occasions such as entrance ceremonies, graduations, and birthdays. After purchase, this product can be used to purchase books and magazines on "Rakuten Books" by entering the ID number and PIN number on the back. Payment using Book Card NEXT on "Rakuten Books" began in 2023, and Rakuten is working to improve convenience by expanding payment options. Through the sale of books, CDs, DVDs, games, toys, and more, "Rakuten Books" will continue to support everyone's fulfilling entertainment life. (Note) Book Card NEXT is a book gift card issued by Nihon Tosho Fuyo Co., Ltd. It can be used to purchase books and e-books at bookstores nationwide that have joined the Book Card NEXT merchant system and are equipped with Book Card readers, as well as at some online bookstores. ■ Product Overview ・Product Name: Okaimono Panda Design Book Card NEXT [3,000 yen] Okaimono Panda Design Book Card NEXT [5,000 yen] ・Denominations: 3,000 yen card (sales price 3,300 yen), 5,000 yen card (sales price 5,300 yen) ・Product Page URL: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18437151/ https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18437152/ ・Features: Limited edition design by "Rakuten Books" featuring a collaboration between "Okaimono Panda" and "Ko Panda" with Book Card NEXT. Comes in a special wrapping case and is delivered in an envelope. *This product is a card-type gift card (physical item). It is