Bangkok--29 Sep--Krungthai Card
KTC and JCB International unveil "KTC JCB Platinum" credit card for the first time in Thailand. Together with business partners in Thailand and Japan, exclusive privileges are offered to attract Thai consumers with Japanese lifestyle who like to travel to Japan or enjoy Japanese food. Discounts and extra services will be offered to attract at least 40,000 new members by the end of 2015.
Mrs. Pittaya Vorapanyasakul, Executive Vice President - Credit Card Business, "KTC" or Krungthai Card Public Company Limited, says, "KTC and JCB International jointly launched the first KTC JCB credit card in 2008 for Thai consumers of Japanese products and services, those who enjoy traveling to Japan, as well as Japanese businessmen in Thailand. The introduction of this "KTC JCB Platinum" credit card brings even more privileges in Thailand and Japan to holders with Japanese lifestyle. According to study of members' behaviors, it appears that members spend more in Japan and that Japanese cuisine is becoming increasingly popular. We believe this platinum card will correspond even more to the needs of the members, resulting in a minimum of 40,000 holders of "KTC JCB Platinum" credit card by the end of 2015."
Mr. Naoya Michishima, Managing Director, JCB International, says, "JCB and KTC are launching the "KTC JCB Platinum" credit card for the first time in Thailand to upgrade the privileges of JCB card holders and expand the member base to cover a larger target group. We will work with our partners to offer privileges to members who like to travel to Japan or appreciate the Japanese lifestyle. We are confident that the total spending through the card will rise by 50%. JCB has presently issued cards in 18 countries to 89 million card holders."
Holders of "KTC JCB Platinum" credit card will earn double Forever rewards points when spending with their card in Japan; 0.69% interest rate when using the FLEXI by Phone service on transactions completed in Japan; access to JCB Plaza Lounge in nine countries; access to Airport Lounge in 28 airports in Japan, as well as in Hong Kong, Korea, Singapore, China and Hawaii; up to 8,000,000 Baht international travel insurance coverage and, up to 40,000 Baht coverage for the lost or damaged luggage.
Privileges in Japan for holders of "KTC JCB Platinum" credit card include free access to Tokyo Tower (The Main Observatory of 150 meters only) and nine other towers in Japan; free WIFI at more than 200,000 locations from now until June 30th, 2016; 20% discount on Airport Limousine Bus on inbound trip from Narita International Airport (four tickets per one card) plus one free outbound ticket to Narita International Airport when spending 50,000 Yen with the "KTC JCB Platinum" credit card from now until June 30th, 2016; 20% discount on Airport Limousine Bus at Kansai International Airport from now until June 30th, 2016; up to 15% discount at retail stores and restaurants at the major airport of Japan (with prior download of coupons); up to 5% discount at Matsumoto Kiyoshi drugstore from now until February 29th , 2016 (with prior download of coupons);and, up to 15% discount at Yamada Denki electronics retailer from now until January 31st,2016.
Additionally, holders of "KTC JCB Platinum" credit card are entitled to up to 15% discount at international restaurants in Thailand. For example, 15% discount at Osaka Ohsho, Kisso and Erawan Tea Room; 10% discount at Audrey, Tsucohachi and Nara Thai Cuisine; and, 5% discount at Laem Charoen Seafood, Torajiro and Coca Suki.
For more information, please call KTC Phone at 0-2665-5530 or visit www.ktc.co.th.