If you are currently living in Japan and want to test your luck, buying a lottery ticket (宝くじ – Takarakuji) is a fun experience you should try at least once.
In this article, I will guide you on how to purchase the Jumbo Takarakuji (ジャンボ宝くじ). This is a seasonal lottery that attracts a huge number of buyers due to its incredibly attractive prize amounts.
Purchasing Seasonal Jumbo Lottery Tickets in Japan
First, on the left-hand menu, hover your mouse over the ネット購入 (Online Purchase) section, and then select Jumbo Takarakuji (ジャンボ宝くじ).
Prize Structure of the Jumbo Lottery
Regarding the prize structure, the Jumbo lottery generally features two types: Jumbo (ジャンボ) and Mini (ミニ).
Selecting Your Tickets
On the ticket selection screen, there are two ways to choose your numbers:
Renban (連番): The numbers will be consecutive in order.
Bara (バラ): The numbers are non-consecutive (random).
Basically, you can purchase a 1 Set (１セット = 10 tickets for 3,000 yen), or buy individual tickets 1 Sheet (１枚 = 1 ticket for 300 yen).
Payment
After selecting your tickets, check the total amount, then click on Add to Cart (カートに入れる) to proceed.
Next, select Confirm Payment Details (お支払い内容のご確認へ) to move to the confirmation screen.
On the next screen, check the two boxes at the bottom to confirm that you have verified the information and that you are a resident of Japan over 20 years of age.
Then click Purchase (購入する) to process the payment.
Once payment is complete, the screen below will appear. This means you have successfully purchased your online lottery tickets, and now you just have to wait for the results.
How to Check Your Purchased Tickets
After logging in, look for the Awaiting Draw section (抽せん待ち) in the top right corner. Clicking here will show you the list of tickets you have purchased and the announcement date for the prizes.
Buying lottery tickets in Japan isn't just a chance to change your life; it's a fun experience to add to your daily routine. Even if you don't win the jackpot, you can still enjoy the thrill and anticipation while waiting for the results. If you are living in Japan, don't hesitate to test your luck with Takarakuji!
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