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Arakawa CityOlder people

Arakawa City Longevity Celebration Gift

長寿者敬老祝金

In short: ¥50,000 when you turn 100 and ¥10,000 a year after that.Born on or before 31 Mar 1926: ¥10,000. Born 1 Apr 1926 – 31 Mar 1927 (turning 100): ¥50,000.(Source: www.city.arakawa.tokyo.jp, verified on 2026-10-15)

Validity: FY2026. Verified on 2026-10-15. Official source: https://www.city.arakawa.tokyo.jp/a028/koureisya-sabisu/tyoujusyakeirouiwaikin.html

Who qualifies

  • Born on or before 31 Mar 1926: ¥10,000. Born 1 Apr 1926 – 31 Mar 1927 (turning 100): ¥50,000. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]

Conditions by topic

Age

100+. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]

IncomeNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.
HouseholdNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.
Child ageNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.
Residence in JapanNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.
Residence in Tokyo / municipality

Registered as a resident of Arakawa City (see page for timing). [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]

Work / insurance typeNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.
DisabilityNot stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office.

Residence status

Not stated in the official sources we checked — unknown.

Residence status is not stated on the official page — ask the office.

Where to apply

  • Apply to Arakawa City (see the official page for the counter and online options). [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]

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Deadlines

Not yet verified from an official source.

Documents

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Key details

  • Presented in July and December 2026; a questionnaire is sent 2 months before. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]

Phone / counter phrases

すみません、長寿者敬老祝金について伺いたいのですが、対象になるか、何を持っていけばよいか教えていただけますか。

Hello. I would like to ask about "長寿者敬老祝金". Am I eligible, and what documents should I bring?

すみません、もう少しゆっくり話していただけますか。

Sumimasen, mō sukoshi yukkuri hanashite itadakemasu ka.

Sorry, could you please speak a little more slowly?

Generic phrases for practical help, not official wording.