Hiratsuka City to End Starlight Cashless Payment Service

Hiratsuka City announced on August 17 that its proprietary cashless payment service using a dedicated app, “ひらつか☆スターライトマネー・マーレ,” will end on March 31, 2027 (Wednesday). The city is encouraging residents to use any remaining balances within the current fiscal year and is providing information on how to spend or transfer funds before the service terminates. Details on refunds or account handling after the closure were not specified in the notice.