Typhoon Etau 2015 Rain Relief Effort Miles. The JAL Group will support the victims of the localized torrential rain on September 10, 2015 which has caused major damage
in Ibaraki, Miyagi and other areas in northern Japan.

Donation acceptance has closed. Thank you for your cooperation in mileage donation.

Announcement of final donated miles

As of November 5, 2015

  • 2,607,000miles

The JAL Group extends its deep condolences to the people affected by the localized torrential rain on September 10, 2015 caused by Typhoon Etau which has caused major damage in Ibaraki Prefecture, Miyagi Prefecture, and other areas in northern Japan.


To assist the effort for quick recovery, the JAL Group has decided to offer support and assistance through donation. We also ask for cooperation from JMB members to support the people affected by these downpours through Charity Miles.

Charity Mile acceptance

  • Application period
    5:00 p.m. (Japan time), September 15, 2015 (Tue.) - 11:59 p.m. (Japan time), October 31, 2015 (Sat.)
  • Mileage for application
    Donation will be accepted in units of 3,000 miles on JAL's website.
    Counting one mile as one Japanese yen, JAL Group will donate the equivalent amount in cash to Central Community Chest of Japan.

Central Community Chest of Japan

Central Community Chest of Japan

Central Community Chest, organized in 1947, coordinates each local prefectural Community Chest nationwide, implementing fundraising activities such as the well-known "Red Feather Community Chest Movement" in Japan.

* This Charity Mile donation will not be eligible for tax relief for JMB members or JAL.

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