Winners Announcement

Grand Prize (JAL Ticket + Kokuya Hotel + Japan Wireless WiFi)

  • Ms Maggi Ann McCallum QLD

Runner-Up Prize (Kokuya Hotel)

  • Mrs Alisa Victoria Stephens NSW
  • Mrs Amanda Jane Miller NSW
  • Mr Christopher Vincent King VIC

SPECIAL PRIZES

Ki Niseko Hotel + Good Sports

  • Mr Steven Balog NSW

Niseko HANAZONO Resort Kizuna Apartments + Niseko All Mountain Lift Tickets + Good Sports

  • Mr Rick Gned VIC

Hoshino Resorts Tomamu Hotel + Good Sports

  • Mrs Jane Khoo QLD

Dream Gate Ski Goods Giveaway + Bic Camera

  • Ms Louisa Adams NSW
  • Mr William Rickwood VIC
  • Mr Kye Pickard SA
  • Mrs Sally Anne Martin QLD

SEIKO Watch – The Prospex Collection

  • Mr Oni Dewanjee ACT

Ryokan Gojyuan Hotel Voucher

  • Mr Nathan Swale NSW

Tokyo Mart & Fuji Mart Gift Voucher

  • Mrs Alison Hillier QLD
  • Mr Cameron Thomas Glen VIC
  • Ms Lauren Piggott NSW
  • Ms Leigh Davison NSW

OSAKA Amazing Pass

  • Mrs Michelle Ireland QLD
  • Ms Brodie Jean Evans VIC
  • Mrs Connie Gerdsen VIC
  • Ms Katty Chu NSW
  • Mr Jamie Darren Spragg QLD
  • Mrs Aya Harrington NSW
  • Ms Chu Lim WA
  • Ms Ameria Bignell TAS
  • Mrs Karen Mary Graham QLD
  • Mrs Z. Valiante QLD

KVB Voucher

  • Mrs Alisa Victoria Stephens NSW
  • Mrs Amanda Jane Miller NSW
  • Mr Christopher Vincent King VIC
  • Mr Steven Balog NSW
  • Mr Rick Gned VIC

GRAND PRIZE

JAL Ticket + Kokuya Hotel + Japan Wireless WiFi

Courtesy of Japan Airlines, Kokuya and Japan Wireless

The Grand Prize winner will receive a fantastic getaway package for two!

This prize includes:
– A comfortable return Economy class ticket for two from Sydney to Tokyo (Narita) with Japan Airlines
– Two nights in a room with a private open-air bath for two with breakfast and dinner at a traditional Japanese hotel, Kokuya
– Two weeks of unlimited wifi provided by Japan Wireless, from the day you arrive.

*Kokuya Hotel is available for booking between 15th February – 15th April 2016. However, bookings are unavailable on Saturdays and the 20th of March 2016.

For more informtaion:
Japan Airlines
http://www.au.jal.com/aul/en

Kokuya Hotel
http://ichizaemon.com/lang_en/

Japan Wireless:
http://japan-wireless.com/

Japan Airlines operates from Sydney to Tokyo daily and conveniently connecting to Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Sapporo and Okinawa(Naha). JAL SKY SUITE 777 will operate Sydney route from 26th October 2015 until 26th March 2016, and offers Frist, Business, Premium Economy and Economy class. Flying with us, you can rest assured to have exclusive, quality time in the sky.

Prize ticket conditions
・ Two free return Economy Class tickets from Sydney to Tokyo(Narita).
・ The rules of travel must be in accordance with Japan Airlines’ company policy and are not negotiable.
・ The prize is for the winner of the aforementioned event.
・ Ticket must be issued by 1 month prior to departure and departure between 15th February 2016 and 15th April 2016 to meet accommodation prize conditions. Travel must be completed by 30th April 2016.
・ The ticket is subject to availability and no validity extension permitted.
・ The prize is neither transferable nor redeemable for cash.
・ No changes permitted after a ticket issued.
・ Travel insurance is not included. Any additional costs incurred will be at the expense of the winner including accommodation, meals and all transfers unless specified.

Japan Wireless provides a wide coverage wireless internet service in Japan. They lend out various devices, including the Pocket WiFi au + WiMax which connects up to five devices at once. They send the device straight to your accommodation or airport accordingly to your arrival schedule – providing a very convenient way to stay connected.

RUNNER-UP PRIZE

Kokuya Hotel

Courtesy of Kokuya

There will be THREE Runner-Up Prize winners, they’ll get to enjoy a night for two with breakfast and dinner at Kokuya Hotel.

The winners and their guests will get to indulge in the impeccable hospitality of Kokuya, a 400 year-old traditional Japanese hotel.
Kokuya has six natural, mineral-rich hot springs that flow into their baths ensuring maximum relaxation at any one of their baths.
For dinner, they serve freshly made and modern Japanese cuisine made with local produces and they provide both Japanese and western options for breakfast.

They are located in the heart of Shibu Onsen, close to the famous snow monkey park. At the snow monkey park, you’ll see snow monkeys frolic in a natural environment and bathe in hot springs.
*Kokuya Hotel is available for booking between 15th February – 15th April 2016. However, bookings are unavailable on Saturdays and the 20th of March 2016.

Further information:
http://www.ichizaemon.com/lang_en/

SPECIAL PRIZES

Ki Niseko Hotel + Good Sports (ONE lucky winner and guest will win enjoy four nights at Ki Niseko and will also receive a free airport transfer service.)

Courtesy of Ki Niseko

KI NISEKO – 4 nights stay for two
Ki Niseko is a boutique ski-in ski-out hotel that combines modern alpine charm with Japanese sophistication. It is located at the foot of Niseko Grand Hirafu Resort and it comes with a view of Mt Yotei.

The one bedroom condominium comes with a fantastic selection of amenities; a fully equipped kitchen, dining and lounge facilities, the latest entertainment systems, luxurious furnishing, washer/dryer and dish-washing facilities all available for use.

With all of the creature comforts that come with the room and the beautiful surrounding landscape, it’ll be easy to get into a relaxed, holidaying mood.

*Ki Niseko Hotel is available for booking between 6th March – 24th April 2016.

For more information:
http://www.kiniseko.com

Courtesy of Good Sports

GOOD SPORTS – 1 x Airport Transfer
Based in Niseko, Good Sports will help you organise transfer service within Hokkaido and they operate the White Liner, which will take you between New Chitose Airport, Sapporo city and Niseko. They also have a convenient ski and snowboard rental service with equipments for all levels. Ski and snowboard rentals and the White Liner bookings are available online with some great discounts.

The winner will receive a free airport transfer service to their accommodation from New Chitose Airport and back.

*This prize may be used at anytime to the exclusion of 20th January – 20th February 2016. Please note that availability is limited by the number of bookings per day, so be sure to book ahead.

Find out more:
http://www.goodsports.co.jp/white_eng/

Niseko HANAZONO Resort Kizuna Apartments + Niseko All Mountain Lift Tickets + Good Sports (This prize includes three nights for four at Kizuna apartments, an all access lift pass at Niseko HANAZONO Resort and a free airport transfer service. ONE lucky winner will receive this prize.)

Courtesy of Niseko HANAZONO Resort

KIZUNA – 3 nights stay for a party of 4
The winner and three guests will stay at Kizuna, an apartment style accommodation in the heart of Hirafu Village.

Make yourself at home in the 2 Bedroom Deluxe Apartment which comes complete with convenient amenities and floor-to-ceiling windows that looks to the slopes of Mt Yotei.

For more information:
http://vacationniseko.com/en/accommodation/apartments/kizuna/

NISEKO HANAZONO RESORT – 4 x All Mountain Lift Tickets
Niseko HANAZONO Resort lies on the North Eastern side of Mt. Niseko Annupuri. Here you’ll have acces to world class indoor and outdoor facilities, kid-friendly programs and more!

*The Kizuna Apartments are available for booking between 7th March – 18th April 2016.
**The All Mountain Lift Tickets are valid for three-days during your stay.

For further information:
http://www.hanazononiseko.com/en/snow/index.html

Courtesy of Good Sports

GOOD SPORTS – 1 x Airport Transfer
You can easily rely on Good Sports to get you to your desired holiday destination through their transfer service within Hokkaido and the White Liner. The White Liner operates between New Chitose Airport, Sapporo city and Niseko, where Good Sports is based. They also provide a rental ski and snowboard service, which can be found along with the White Liner and great discounts online.

The winner will receive a free airport transfer service to their accommodation from New Chitose Airport and back.

*This prize may be used at anytime to the exclusion of 20th January – 20th February 2016. Please note that availability is limited by the number of bookings per day, so be sure to book ahead.

Find out more:
http://www.goodsports.co.jp/white_eng/

Hoshino Resorts Tomamu Hotel + Good Sports (One night’s stay and two lift passes at Hoshino Resorts and a free airport transfer service is up for grabs for ONE winner!)

Courtesy of Hoshino Resorts Tomamu

HOSHINO RESORTS TOMAMU HOTEL – 1 night for two and 2 lift passes (breakfast and pool access pass included).
Hoshino Resorts Tomamu Hotel is located between New Chitose Airport and Obihiro Airport.

During the snow season you can ski or snowboard on 25 courses as well as offsite and backcountry runs.

They also have one of Japan’s largest wave pools and an ‘Ice Village’ complete with skating rinks, an ice chapel and restaurant.

*Tomamu Hotel is available for booking between 1st December 2015 – 31st March 2016. However, bookings are unavailable between 26th December 2015 – 2nd January 2016.

For further information:
http://www.snowtomamu.jp/winter/en

Courtesy of Good Sports

GOOD SPORTS – 1 x Airport Transfer
Good Sports is a Niseko based company that provides a variety of convenient services to help you with a smoother, easier trip in Hokkaido. The list of their service includes a transfer service perfect for for small groups and families, The White Liner transfer service (operates between New Chitose Airport, Sapporo city and Niseko) and they also provide a rental ski and snowboard service. Bookings for ski and snowboard rental as well as the White Liner are available online along with some discounts.

The winner will receive a free airport transfer service to their accommodation from New Chitose Airport and back.

*This prize may be used at anytime to the exclusion of 20th January – 20th February 2016. Please note that availability is limited by the number of bookings per day, so be sure to book ahead.

Find out more:
http://www.goodsports.co.jp/white_eng/

Dream Gate Ski Goods Giveaway + Bic Camera Voucher

Courtesy of DreamGate and BigCamera

FOUR lucky winners will receive one of the four ski-goods listed below and a gift voucher for Bic Camera!

DREAM GATE – 4 x Ski-goods giveaways
The four winners will receive a set of these amazing, top-quality ski goods to upgrade their snow holiday experience!

– 2016 ROSSIGNOL SKI SOUL7 172cm & 2015 ROSSIGNOL BINDING AXIAL3 120
– 2016 ROSSIGNOL SKI SOUL7 180cm & 2015 ROSSIGNOL BINDING AXIAL3 120
– 2016 ROSSIGNOL SKI & BIN EXPERIENCE88 Bslt TPX 180cm
– 2016 ROSSIGNOL SKI & BIN EXPERIENCE84 Ca TPX 170cm

*The prizes are only available until and must be claimed by 30th April 2016.

For more information:
SKI SHOP VAIL
http://www.shop-vail.com/

FUSO SKI & BOOTSUNE
http://www.fusosports.jp/

BIC CAMERA – 4 x ¥5,000 vouchers valid for 3 years across all stores.
Have an exciting shopping spree at Bic Camera – one of the biggest electronics retailers in Japan.
They are known for their line up of quality products such as cameras, computers and home appliances but they also stock an array of great products from toys, games and everyday goods to futons and alcohol.
It’s the place to go to grab some gifts to take back home!

*The voucher is valid for 3 years and is available for use at all Bic Camera stores.

For more information:
http://www.biccamera.com.e.lj.hp.transer.com/bc/top/CSfTop.jsp

SEIKO Watch – The Prospex Collection

Courtesy of SEIKO AUSTRALIA

Win yourself a brand new watch by SEIKO! There is only ONE up for grabs.

Launched internationally at Baselworld 2014, Prospex has already taken its place at the very centre of Seiko’s collection. Prospex offers a range of watches that meet the challenge of delivering precision and reliability in even the most adverse conditions.

Prospex is built to perform and built to endure the stresses of sports in the sea, in the air and of course, on land. The latest 2015 edition is a land sports model – perfect for mountaineering and adventuring of all kinds.

The Kinetic GMT movement offers one-second-a-day precision and the security of never needing a battery change. The cushion-shaped case is robust and allows for easy use of the rotating bezel, which carries a compass for secure and rapid orientation.

For more information:
http://www.seiko.com.au/

Ryokan Gojyuan Hotel Voucher

Courtesy of Ryokan GOJYUAN

ONE winner and guest will get to enjoy a stay at Gojyuan.

Gojyuan is a small ryokan – a traditional Japanese style inn – tucked away in Balmain in Sydney. They will welcome you with authentic and friendly hospitality, much like what you find in Japan.

Each room is 8 tatami mat in size with private bathroom facilities and traditional decor – tokonoma ( alcove ), oshiire ( futon cupboard ) with shoji screens opening on to a verandah overlooking a Japanese style garden.
The rooms also have telephone, TV, cable internet access but all modern technology is tastefully hidden. The bedding is futon style and laid out each night after dinner.

The bath house or ofuro has its own private garden and is located off the walkway. This facility is only available for guests staying at our ryokan.

You will be able to select between Japanese style or Western style breakfast, which is served in the lobby.

This voucher is exclusively valid between 1st February 2016 – 31st February 2017

For further information:
https://www.ryokangojyuan.com/

Tokyo Mart & Fuji Mart Gift Voucher

Courtesy of Jun Pacific

Time to put together a Japanese shopping list – FOUR Tokyo Mart Vouchers up for grabs!

Tokyo Mart is one of the biggest Japanese supermarkets in Australia. You’ll find anything from everyday foods and sweets to Japanese sake and beers as well as household items.

The store stocks approximately 2,000 products and the product lines are almost identical to those at the supermarkets in Japan.

Tokyo Mart orders and transports their products directly from Japan so they can provide fresh products at a reasonable price.

*This voucher is available for use at Tokyo Mart in Sydney and at the Fuji Mart stores in Gold Coast, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth.

**Cannot be used during sales or promotional periods.

For more information:
http://issuu.com/gdayjapan/docs/gj10.3/170

Osaka Amazing Pass

Courtesy of Osaka Convention Tourism Bureau

10 winners will receive two OSAKA AMAZING 2-Day Passes to explore Osaka.

The name says it all. This fantastic pass allows visitors to travel around by train and bus without limit (so long as it is in the set zones within Osaka) for two whole days.

The pass also allows you to visit 28 different tourist spots once for free. These free-access locations include Osaka History Museum, Osaka Zoo, Nagai Botanical Gardens and even a natural hot spring called Naniwa no Yu.

On top of having free access, 16 out of the 28 locations offer extra benefits including further discounts on other attractions in the facilities and free gifts.

*This prize is valid until 30th April 2016

For more information:
http://www.osaka-info.jp/osp/en/index.html

KVB Voucher

Courtesy of KVB

Win an awesome discount next time you trade in foreign exchange.

KVB Kunlun is an international financial services corporation with operations in Auckland, Sydney, Melbourne, Toronto, Hong Kong and Beijing. They have a very professional and disciplined approach to financial markets, as is evidenced by the granting of authorisations and licences by regulators in New Zealand, Australia, Canada and Hong Kong.

The voucher will reduce 1 Japanese yen from the normal rate (dependent on transaction amount) when exchanging currency.

For further information:
http://www.kvbkunlun.com/en

COMPLETE THE SURVEY BELOW TO ENTER

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Terms and Conditions

G’Day Japan – “Celebrate and Win! G’Day Japan! Website Renewal” Prize Draw Terms and Conditions

1. Entry to the “Celebrate and Win! G’Day Japan! Website Renewal” prize draw (the “Promotion”) is limited to residents of Australia aged 18 years or over, and anyone professionally connected with it is excluded from entering.

2. The Promotion is run by JAMS.TV PTY LTD, Suite 3704, Level 37, 1 Macquarie Place, Sydney NSW 2000, phone (02) 9252 6307 (the “Promoter”). All enquiries regarding the Promotion should be emailed to info@gdayjapan.com.au.

3. The Promotion begins at 12:00 (AEST) on September 14, 2015, and ends at 12:00 (AEST) noon on December 14, 2015, and entrants must complete and submit the survey form available on the G’Day Japan website at http://gdayjapan.com.au/ by then to be eligible for the prize draw.

4. Submission of an entry constitutes an acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.

5. Only one entry per person is permitted.

6. No responsibility is accepted for late, lost, or misdirected entries. All entries become the property of the Promoter.

7. Incomplete, indecipherable or illegible entry forms will be deemed invalid.

8. The Promoter reserves the right, at any time, to verify the validity of entries and entrants and to disqualify any entrant who submits an entry that is not in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.

9. The winners will be drawn at random by the close of business on December 17 2015 at Suite 3704, Level 37, 1 Macquarie Place, Sydney NSW 2000.

10. Total value of the prize pool is $17781.60, and details of each prize are published on the G’Day Japan website.

11. Winners may claim their prizes through the following methods: i) Requesting delivery by mail to a preferred postal address in Australia, or ii) Claiming in person from Suite 3704, Level 37, Gateway, 1 Macquarie Place, Sydney NSW 2000.

12. Entrants are eligible to win a maximum of one prize from the total prize pool.

13. Prize winners do not have to be present at the time or place of the prize draw.

14. The Promoter will take reasonable endeavours to announce winners by publishing their names and postcodes on the G’Day Japan website within 3 months of them being drawn. The Promoter does not accept responsibility for the inability to make contact with a prize winner within a reasonable time after the end of the Promotion, in which case another winner will be selected and notified as set forth in these Terms and Conditions.

15. The Promoter’s decision as to the winners of the prizes will be final and binding and no correspondence will be entered into in relation to the conduct of the Promotion or otherwise.

16. The Prizes are not transferable, refundable or exchangeable and cannot be taken as cash.

17. If a prize is unavailable, the Promoter, in its absolute discretion, reserves the right to substitute the prize with a prize to the equal value and/or specification.

18. The Promoter will not be held responsible for the loss, theft or damage to any prize after it has been awarded.

19. The Promoter reserves the right at any time to verify the eligibility and identity of any participant and to disqualify any participant who does not comply strictly with these Terms and Conditions.

20. Except for any liability that cannot be excluded by law, the Promoter (including its officers, employees and agents) excludes all liability (including negligence), for any personal injury; or any loss or damage (including loss of opportunity); whether direct, indirect, special or consequential, arising in any way out of the Promotion, including but not limited to, where arising out of the following:

(a) any technical difficulties or equipment malfunction (whether or not under the Promoter’s control);

(b) any theft, unauthorised access or third party interference;

(c) any entry or prize claim that is late, lost, altered, damaged or misdirected (whether or not after their receipt by the Promoter) due to any reason beyond the reasonable control of the Promoter;

(d) any variation in prize value to that stated in these Terms and Conditions;

(e) any tax liability incurred by a winner or entrant; or

(f) use of the prize.

21. Each participant indemnifies and keeps indemnified the Promoter against all claims, losses, damages and expenses suffered by the Promoter or any third parties arising out of the breach of these Terms and Conditions by the participant, the conduct of the participant in the Promotion or the use of a prize.

22. If this Promotion is interfered with in any way or is not capable of being conducted as reasonably anticipated due to any reason beyond reasonable control of the Promoter, the Promoter reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to the fullest extent permitted by the law to

(a) disqualify any entrant; or

(b) subject to any written directions from a regulatory authority, to modify, suspend, terminate or cancel the Promotion, as appropriate.

23. Under the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 (NSW), the Promoter must tell participants when it collects personal information about them and how it plans to use it. If a participant chooses to enter or take part in the Promotion, the participant will be required to provide the Promoter with personal information including but not limited to the participant’s name, phone number and email. The Promoter collects participants’ personal information in order to conduct the Promotion.

24. A request to access, update or correct any information should be directed to the Promoter through info@gdayjapan.com.au. If the participant would prefer that the Promoter does not use the participant’s details in the way outlined in these Terms and Conditions the participant should contact the Promoter.

25. Entrants may receive email communication to the email address used to register from the Promoter. This may include promotional emails from the Promoter and any other communication will only come from the Promoter.

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