Apple’s New Year Sale in Japan Includes Free Gift Cards, Limited-Edition AirTags

It’s that time of year again, as Apple’s New Year sale in Japan is once again offering a limited edition AirTag for iPhone buyers, as well as a free Apple Gift Card.

As is traditional among retailers in Japan, Apple is celebrating the new year in the country with a big sale. Running from January 2nd to January 5th, Apple Japan will provide a gift card worth up to 38,000 yen ($250) to customers that purchase Apple products from the store. The value depends on the product and specification.

Buyers of the Apple Watch Series 11 and Apple Watch SE 3, as well as certain accessories, can get an Apple Gift Card worth 8,000 yen with their purchase. The purchase of AirPods Max, AirPods Pro 3 or AirPods 4 scores a card valued at up to 12,000 yen.

Meanwhile, buyers of an iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini, and iPad will get gift cards worth up to 15,000 yen. Buyers of a MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, and Mac mini will get gift cards worth up to the full 38,000 yen.

It should be noted that only buyers of the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, or iPhone 16e will get an AirTag in addition to a 12,000 yen gift card.

The AirTag will be engraved with a Daruma, a traditional Japanese talisman that symbolizes good luck and perseverance. Only 65,000 AirTags with the limited engraving will be available during the New Year’s sale.

(Via AppleInsider)

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