Make an elegant choice for a life of travel. Five reasons why travel lovers choose the Amex® Gold Preferred Card.

Each and every choice we make in our daily lives
This will eventually lead to the "freedom of travel."

The American Express® Gold Preferred Card is the card that helps create this beautiful cycle .

This card is designed for travelers, turning a simple payment into an investment in quality time. Here, we will introduce five of the card's appealing features.

① Expand your "freedom of travel" with a start-up bonus of up to 100,000 points

If you join through a referral and spend a total of 1.5 million yen within six months, you can earn up to 100,000 points .

Normally, to earn 100,000 points, you would need to spend approximately 10 million yen.
The fact that you can get it under much more realistic conditions is a very attractive point.

Points Earning Breakdown

*As of October 2025. Referral program details are subject to change.

② The appeal of converting your accumulated points into "travel"

Amex points can be converted into miles from various airlines, with ANA miles being the most popular, with an exchange rate of 1,000 points = 1,000 miles .
(Requires registration for the ANA course annual membership fee of 5,500 yen/tax included)

Examples of flights you can take with 100,000 points

*Based on ANA's official chart (revised in 2025).

[Points to note when exchanging miles]

When converting American Express points to ANA miles, there is a limit of up to 40,000 miles per calendar year .

Therefore, if you are planning a long-distance flight to Europe or North America, or a trip abroad for two people,
"We recommend exchanging miles over two years, such as 40,000 miles this year and 40,000 miles next year.

Amex points do not expire.
The great thing about this plan is that you don't have to rush to use it all up, and you can save up your points slowly in line with your travel plans.

3. “The more you spend, the more you travel” Membership Rewards Plus

Membership Rewards Plus, which normally has an annual fee of 3,300 yen (tax included) , is automatically included free of charge with Gold Preferred .

This program means points never expire and offer much higher redemption rates for miles and travel.

In particular, when exchanging for ANA miles, 1,000 points can be exchanged for 1,000 miles (※ANA course registration requires an additional annual fee of 5,500 yen/tax included).
If you are not registered, 1,250 points = 1,000 miles, so there is a difference of about 20% even with the same number of points.

In addition, at participating stores such as JAL, Ikyu.com, and HIS, you can earn high rewards by using your card, with 100 yen = 3 points (up to an annual limit of 500,000 yen).

This program is a traveler's ally, quietly supporting the idea that "even if you don't use it right now, it will help you achieve your future trip."

④ A once-a-year "reward stay" will come true

If you spend over 2 million yen a year and keep your card, you will receive a free stay gift for one night for two people at a participating domestic hotel. Treat yourself to a "reward trip" once a year - that lifestyle can become a reality.

→ Click here for a list of participating hotels in 2025

Additionally, you will receive a 10,000 yen travel credit that can be used on American Express Travel Online .

In fact, this benefit is a wonderful benefit that is only available with three American Express cards: Platinum, Business Platinum, and Gold Preferred.

⑤Book your trip at special prices

Gold Preferred members also receive special offers at participating travel booking services, making your favorite hotel stay even more affordable.
Here we will introduce two options: Expedia and Ikyu.com.

[Expedia]

When you book through Expedia, which allows you to book popular domestic and international hotels and overseas tours in 30,000 cities around the world, you can receive the following benefits.

・10% off accommodation fees at overseas and domestic hotels (limited to hotels that accept Amex)
・5,000 yen discount on overseas and domestic tour fees

* Reservation period: until November 30, 2025
*Accommodation period: Until February 28, 2026
Conditions change depending on the period, so be sure to check the Amex website for the latest information.

[Ikkyu.com]

When you make a reservation through Ikyu.com, which offers a wide range of great deals at approximately 4,400 carefully selected hotels and inns across Japan, you can enjoy the following benefits.

・The first 100 customers each month will receive a coupon code for 3,000 yen off

*Coupons can only be used once a month.
Once the first 100 reservations have been made, a message will appear on the Ikyu.com reservation screen indicating that the coupon code cannot be used.

A full range of high-quality support to make your trip even more comfortable

The American Express® Gold Preferred Card offers a wealth of benefits to appeal to travel lovers.
Every time you use it, it has a feature that makes you think, "I'm glad I have it."

1. Priority Pass: Free access to airport lounges around the world

Access to 1,400 airport lounges in over 600 cities in 148 countries and regions around the world.
It can be used free of charge up to twice a year, and snacks, alcohol, Wi-Fi, and showers are available.
It will even turn the waiting time before departure into a quality moment.
What's more, it also applies to family card members, so couples and families traveling can rest assured.

2. Free baggage delivery service makes the start and end of your trip a breeze

Your suitcase will be delivered free of charge from your home to the airport upon departure and return.
With both hands free, you can check in and move around smoothly.
Even on long journeys, you won't feel tired on the way home.

3. Up to two family cards can be issued free of charge. Points and miles can be shared.

Up to two family cards are free.
Since you can share the same points program, you can efficiently accumulate miles even when traveling with your family.
You can enjoy a smarter hotel stay for family trips with children or anniversaries.

4. Cancellation protection allows you to handle sudden changes in plans

If you pay for travel or events with your card,
Compensation for damages if you are unable to travel due to injury or illness.
You will receive support of up to 100,000 yen per year during hospitalization and up to 30,000 yen during outpatient visits.

5. Comprehensive travel insurance (up to 100 million yen overseas) to prepare for any unforeseen circumstances

The Gold Preferred Card's travel accident insurance applies when travel expenses are paid for with the card .
One thing that is particularly noteworthy is that "family card members" are also covered at roughly the same amount as basic card members for many items.
The coverage amount is significantly lower for "family members of basic card members," so even if your family members do not normally use credit cards, you can enjoy your trip with peace of mind by issuing them a family card.
(Up to two family cards are free)

[Overseas travel insurance]

[Domestic travel insurance]

Even when traveling domestically, you can rest assured with coverage of up to 50 million yen.

*Family members refer to the spouse of the card member (including family card members), as well as children and parents who share the same household as the card member.
Relatives include blood relatives within the sixth degree of kinship and in-laws within the third degree of kinship.

Basic card members will be covered up to 20,000 yen for connection delays, departure delays, cancellations, and boarding denials .
Up to 20,000 yen in checked baggage delay fees ,
Another great thing is that you will be compensated up to 40,000 yen for lost checked baggage .

In fact, this condition is a benefit that is not available with American Express business cards.
You can enjoy your trip and plans to the fullest, knowing that you won't have to give up even if unexpected trouble occurs.

Resort Style TIPS | How to smartly achieve points

Many people may be thinking, "Is it really possible to spend 1.5 million yen in six months?"

In such cases, we recommend using Amazon gift cards .

Amazon gift cards have a long expiration date of 10 years , so you can purchase them as if you were "paying in advance for future purchases." This means you don't have to rush to increase your spending, and you can aim to meet the conditions without straining yourself.

As mentioned above, the Gold Preferred Card comes with the automatic benefit " Membership Rewards Plus ."
At participating stores, you can earn three times the usual amount of points (100 yen = 3 points) .
Amazon is one of the stores.

This "triple bonus" applies to purchases up to 500,000 yen per year , so you can earn even more points than with the regular cashback rate.
Please note that if you spend more than 500,000 yen, the regular cashback rate (100 yen = 1 point) will apply.

Summary | Travel and everyday life, be yourself.

Luxury trips and small weekend retreats.
The American Express® Gold Preferred Card is your travel partner that brings your dreams closer with every use.

All of the benefits introduced here are included for an annual membership fee of 39,600 yen (tax included) .
One of the attractions of this card is that it offers platinum-level benefits at an affordable price.

The true value of Gold Preferred is that it enhances every moment of your trip, from the beginning to the end.

Every payment is a stepping stone to your future journey.
A piece that will make your life freer and richer.

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