[Shareholder Perks] Yields Over 10%!? 7 Stocks to Watch for “New, Expanded, and High-Growth Perks” with August Record Dates

Following [Part 1], which introduced the “ultimate lifestyle protection stocks” that make everyday shopping dramatically more affordable, [Part 2] finally delves into “hidden gems and high-yield stocks” that let you experience the true thrill of investing.  

▶ [Part 1]: [Shareholder Perks] Aeon, Bic Camera, Muji… A Plethora of Ultra-Popular Stocks Directly Tied to Daily Life! August’s Must-Watch Stocks  

As companies become increasingly focused on shareholder returns, a growing number of firms have actually “introduced” or “significantly expanded” their shareholder benefits this August.  

From a “karaoke stock” (Koshidaka HD) offering a total return exceeding 10% for long-term holders, to a special-case stock (Tomoku) offering a one-time 10,000-yen QUO Card to commemorate the launch of its program, to a hotel stock (Kasumigaseki Capital) where the benefit value has quadrupled—there’s a wealth of topics you won’t want to miss.  

After checking out the mainstream stocks, be sure to snag the latest “insider’s picks” to take your benefits experience to the next level!

《New Benefit Program》New Luxury Gifts Introduced [A-Tai]

[A-Tai (369A)] is a company engaged in the perpetual care grave business, handling everything from planning and construction to sales and maintenance.

The company introduced a new shareholder benefit program starting in August ’26. Shareholders holding 200 or more shares as of the end of August will be awarded shareholder benefit points (Premium Shareholder Club Points) based on the number of shares held.These benefit points can be exchanged for over 5,000 different products—including rice, brand-name beef, sweets, beverages, premium sake, home appliances, and select experience gifts—on the “A-Tai Premium Benefit Club,” a special website exclusive to shareholders.

Holding 200 shares (required investment: 450,000 yen) earns you points worth 3,000 yen, resulting in a shareholder benefit yield of 0.67%.If you add 100 shares to hold a total of 300 shares (required investment: 675,000 yen), the points you receive double to the equivalent of 6,000 yen, and the shareholder benefit yield reaches its highest level at 0.89%.

《New Shareholder Benefit》One-Time 10,000-Yen Special Offer [Tomoku]

[Tomoku (3946)] is a company primarily engaged in the corrugated cardboard processing business—where it boasts the top market share in Japan—as well as a housing business centered on imported “Sweden House” homes and a transportation and warehousing business.

The company announced the introduction of a new shareholder benefit program effective as of the record date at the end of March, targeting shareholders who have continuously held 300 or more shares for at least one year. While the regular entitlement month is March (once a year), with the program set to begin in March 2027, a one-time special benefit will be offered in August 2026 to commemorate the launch of the new program.

Under this special commemorative benefit, shareholders holding 300 or more shares as of the end of August 2026 will receive a QUO Card worth 10,000 yen (required investment: approximately 1,298,000 yen).Additionally, shareholders who become shareholders as of the end of August ’26 and continue to hold their shares until the end of March ’27 will be eligible for the shareholder benefits starting with the March ’27 distribution after holding the shares for approximately seven months.

Starting in March ’27, shareholders who continuously hold 300 or more shares for one year or more but less than three years will receive a 10,000-yen QUO Card, while those who hold them for three years or more will receive a 15,000-yen QUO Card.

《New Shareholder Benefit》Get Gifts Under a Special Provision [IDOM]

[IDOM (7599)] is the company that operates “Gulliver,” a major used car retailer.

In February ’26, the company introduced a new shareholder benefit program requiring a holding of 100 shares or more for at least one year. Shareholders who meet these requirements will receive Digital Gift® rewards—redeemable for PayPay Money Light, Amazon gift cards, and more—based on the number of shares held.

For the February and August ’26 shareholder benefits, the continuous holding period requirement is waived as a transitional measure following the program’s launch; shareholders who hold 100 or more shares as of the record date are eligible to receive the benefits.However, please note that starting with the February ’27 benefits, the requirement of holding shares for at least one year will apply; therefore, shareholders who became shareholders on or after March ’26 will not be eligible for the February ’27 benefits.

The value of the shareholder benefits is 2,500 yen per half-year, or 5,000 yen per year (benefit yield of 3.93%), for a holding of 100 shares (required investment: approximately 127,000 yen).For a holding of 500 shares (required investment: 636,000 yen), the benefit is 27,000 yen per year (benefit yield: 4.25%);and holding 1,000 shares (required investment: 1,272,000 yen) yields 60,000 yen annually (benefit yield: 4.72%), with the benefit yield being highest when holding 1,000 shares.

《Resumption of Shareholder Benefits》Resuming Shareholder Benefits with Disaster Preparedness Supplies [Watts]

[Watts (2735)] is the company that operates “Watts,” the fourth-largest 100-yen shop chain in the industry.

Shareholders holding 200 or more shares of the company as of the end of August will receive the “Watts Disaster Preparedness Assortment” (worth 1,500 yen), a set of disaster preparedness items produced by the “Watts Disaster Preparedness Project.”

Due to sluggish business performance and other factors, the company had abolished its shareholder benefit program in August 2023, consolidating shareholder returns solely through dividends. However, as business performance has since begun to recover and stable profits are now expected, the company has decided to reinstate this benefit.  

《Expanded Benefits》An Astonishing 10% Yield [Koshidaka]

[Koshidaka HD (2157)] is a company that operates the “Maneki Neko” karaoke chain and “One Kara,” a specialty chain for solo karaoke.

Shareholders holding 100 or more shares of the company as of the end of August or the end of February will receive shareholder benefit coupons—redeemable for payments at “Maneki Neko,” “One Kara,” and other locations—based on the number of shares held and the length of continuous ownership.

Starting with the August ’26 round, the frequency of these benefits has been expanded from once a year to twice a year, and the benefit amount has doubled.Furthermore, the coupons can now be used at “CAFÉ ECLA,” the karaoke shop “JOYSOUND,” the karaoke venue “GLANZA,” and the shabu-shabu and sukiyaki restaurant “Tenku,” expanding the range of options for their use.

For holders of 100 shares (required investment: approximately 106,000 yen), those holding shares for less than three years receive 4,000 yen worth of benefit vouchers annually, resulting in a benefit yield of 3.78%.If held for three years or more, you’ll receive 8,000 yen worth of benefit vouchers annually, resulting in a benefit yield of 7.55%; combined with the dividend (2.64%), the total yield exceeds 10%.

《Benefit Changes & Expansion》 Benefits Quadrupled [Kasumigaseki Capital]

[Kasumigaseki Capital (3498)] is a company engaged in real estate development nationwide, including logistics facilities, group-oriented accommodations such as the hotel brands “fav (FAV HOTEL),” “FAV LUX,” and “seven x seven,” as well as facilities for the elderly.

As of the end of August, shareholders holding 100 or more shares of the company’s stock will receive accommodation discount vouchers valid at the company’s designated hotels, based on the number of shares held. The value of the benefits increases depending on the length of continuous ownership; for example, for shareholders holding 100 shares(required investment: 681,000 yen), the benefit increases as follows: 10,000 yen for holdings of less than one year; 11,000 yen for one year or more; 12,000 yen for two years or more; 13,000 yen for three years or more; and up to 20,000 yen for four years or more.

Previously, the benefit consisted of points from the Premium Benefits Club, but starting in August ’26, the benefit was changed to discount vouchers for stays at the company’s hotels, and the benefit amount was increased to four times the previous amount.The eligible hotels are scheduled to be announced in the future on the “Kasumigaseki Capital Premium Privilege Club” website and the company’s official website.

《Expanded Benefits》Extra Perks for the 20th Anniversary [Curves]

[Curves Holdings (7085)] is the company that operates “Curves,” Japan’s largest women-only fitness chain.

Shareholders holding 100 or more shares of the company as of the end of August can choose either a “QUO Card” or “electronic money (PayPay Money Light, au PAY Gift, Rakuten Point Gift, etc.)” as their shareholder benefit. Shareholders who are Curves members or have family members who are members can also choose a discount on Curves subscription products.

The value of the shareholder benefit is determined by the number of shares held and the length of continuous ownership; the longer you hold the shares, the greater the benefit. If you hold 100 shares (required investment: approximately 94,000 yen) for three years or more, the combined total return from dividends and shareholder benefits exceeds 5%.

For the August ’26 record date, a 1,000-yen bonus will be added to the benefit amount as a commemorative benefit marking the 20th anniversary of the Curves chain’s founding.

《Expanded Benefits》Additional 2,000-Yen QUO Card [Rapid Expansion]

[Kousoku (7504)] is a specialized trading company dealing in light packaging materials for food products, such as trays and film.

The company had previously offered shareholder benefits to shareholders holding 100 or more shares as of the end of March, but starting in August ’26, a new benefit was added: shareholders holding 100 or more shares as of the end of August will receive a flat-rate 2,000-yen original QUO Card.

As a result of this change, the value of the QUO card received for holding 100 shares (required investment: approximately 358,000 yen) has increased significantly from the previous 500 yen to 2,500 yen.

Note that shareholders holding 300 or more shares as of the end of March may choose either a promotional gift (catalog gift) or a charitable donation instead of the QUO card.

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The record dates for all the stocks covered in this article are at the end of August (August 31), so to qualify for the August shareholder benefits, purchases must be made by Thursday, August 27, 2026.

*This article is intended solely for informational purposes and does not constitute a solicitation to buy or sell any specific stock. Please make your final investment decisions based on your own judgment.The required investment amount, expected dividend yield, and shareholder benefit yield (annual benefit amount / required investment amount) mentioned in this article are calculated based on stock prices (closing prices) and shareholder benefit details as of the time of writing (July 17, ’26).These figures are subject to change due to fluctuations in stock prices or changes to shareholder benefit programs. Please verify the latest information before considering a purchase.