[Breaking News] Okinawa's highway toll discount of 35.51 TP3T has been extended for one year! Until the end of March 2027.
youngest child (esp. of one's son)For those who frequently use the Okinawa Expressway (Naha IC to Kyoda IC), the familiar discount, the **Okinawa Special Discount (35.5% off)**, has been officially extended!
The discount period is until the end of March 2027 (Reiwa 9)!
Initially, it was scheduled to end at the end of March 2026 (that is, today!), but further...Extended for one yearIt has been decided that it will be done.
Many people were probably feeling anxious, wondering, "What if the fares suddenly go up tomorrow...?" Now we can all relax for the time being. It looks like we can continue to use the service as usual, whether it's for weekend drives in the north or for daily commutes.
Please note this point: This is "ETC vehicle only".
As many of you may already know, this 35.5% discount is a **"ETC vehicle only"** measure. Until a few years ago, it was also available to those paying cash, but now only vehicles that insert an ETC card to pass through can benefit from it.
If you haven't gotten an ETC card yet, this one-year extension might be a good time to consider getting one.
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The Okinawa Expressway supports access to the northern part of the island. Because it's an essential infrastructure for logistics, tourism, and our daily lives, the continuation of this discount is truly helpful.
Drive safely and enjoy your highway life to the fullest from tomorrow onwards!
[Source and details can be found here] Extension of special discounts on the Okinawa Expressway (NEXCO West Japan News Release)
