About Osaka University Co-op
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What is Osaka University CO-OP?
The CO-OP is invested by CO-OP members, and the members can enjoy the CO-OP’s privileges which include a few percent discount.Osaka University CO-OP is a CO-OPerative association related to Osaka University.
Anyone who is a part of Osaka University has a right to join the CO-OP.
Visitors who belong to other universities are not eligible for the membership to join.
Please note that non-member can’t enjoy the privilege
※If you don’t join CO-OP members, you will have to pay 10% extra prices on the most items
The Osaka University CO-OP is a non-profitable organization which consists of undergraduate studebts, graduate students, university and CO-OP staff who has registered themselves as CO-OP members.
We provide healthy and nutritious meals in our cafeterias which is located all over the campus. You also can find items needed for your studies in our stores.(※)
(※)More information can be found in later sections of this .
Under the CO-OPeration of all parties, the primary goal is to improve the life of all in Osaka University.
Our biggest charming is we always listen to our members voices and try our best to make it real.
Why do you need capital to become a CO-OP member?
The University CO-OP is a voluntary organization where members themselves work together to improve their lives. The business is supported by a small amount of money spent by all members. The investment is used as capital for business activities and as operating funds for purchasing equipment and products. The University CO-OP can carry out various business activities through the investment.One of the contributions of international students at the Osaka University CO-OP is 300 yen according to the Articles of Incorporation. However, the business activities of the University CO-OP are expanding year by year, and the amount of funds required for business activities is also increasing. Therefore, considering the business scale and the number of members,
We ask for an investment of 3,000 yen per person from the union members.
In addition, the full amount of the deposited funds will be returned when you leave the University CO-OP.
How to join the CO-OP membership?
- Please fill in the necessary items on the “CO-OP Membership Application Form”. The application form can be picked up at the CO-OP office.
- At that time, you are expected to pay the investment 3,000 yen.
- Please download the smartphone app two weeks after applying. The smartphone app will be your CO-OP membership card.
※If you do not have a smartphone, please contact the CO-OP office. - We hand the temporary card which you can use in CO-OP shop until you receive CO-OP membership card(app).
Temporary card(Those with no reception sign are invalid).→
※Electronic money and meal plans are not available. Please understand.
※Electronic money and meal plans are not available. Please understand.
How to withdraw from CO-OP membership?
Required documents
- CO-OP member card or Smartphone screen of CO-OP member app
- Personal ID card (student ID, driver license, passport, health insurance card, etc.)
Refund
(a) In case of leaving Osaka University (For example, graduation, drop out, retirement, expulsion, etc.)Please come to the CO-OP administration office. You can get the refund on the day.
(b) In case of NOT leaving Osaka University(Including business trip, leave of absence, suspension of the employment, etc.)
If you declare your intention of withdrawal in writing by November 30th, you can get the refund of March 1st at the following year.
※For more information, please visit our website, refer to the articles of incorporation, or contact the reception desk.
Non-member price difference
From September 19, 2023 (Tuesday), if you do not present your membership card when paying at the cash register of any Osaka University Co-op store, you will be charged the "difference in non-member price" according to the amount spent, as shown in the list below.※No refunds will be made after you forget your union membership card and receive the difference in the non-membership price.
When using each cafeteria
| Food service | |
|---|---|
| amount used （member rice/Tax included） |
Non-member price difference （Tax included） |
| 1 yen～99 yen | 5 yen |
| 100 yen～199 yen | 11 yen |
| 200 yen～299 yen | 22 yen |
| 300 yen～399 yen | 33 yen |
| 400 yen～499 yen | 44 yen |
| 500 yen～599 yen | 55 yen |
| 600 yen or more | 66 yen |
For luncheons, parties, etc. for which reservations have been made in advance, the table in the [For Purchasing and Travel Service Stores] Shop will apply.
When using the Purchasing and Travel Service stores
| Shop | |
|---|---|
| amount used （member rice/Tax included） |
Non-member price difference （Tax included） |
| 1 yen～99 yen | 5 yen |
| 100 yen～199 yen | 11 yen |
| 200 yen～299 yen | 22 yen |
| 300 yen～399 yen | 33 yen |
| 400 yen～499 yen | 44 yen |
| 500 yen～599 yen | 55 yen |
| 600 yen～699 yen | 66 yen |
| 700 yen～799 yen | 77 yen |
| 800 yen～899 yen | 88 yen |
| 900 yen～999 yen | 99 yen |
| 1,000 yen～1,999 yen | 110 yen |
| 2,000 yen～2,999 yen | 220 yen |
| 3,000 yen～3,999 yen | 330 yen |
| 4,000 yen～4,999 yen | 440 yen |
| 5,000 yen～9,999 yen | 550 yen |
| 10,000 yen～49,999 yen | 1,100 yen |
| 50,000 yen～99,999 yen | 5,500 yen |
| 100,000 yen or more | 11,000 yen |
trade (money) certificates,publication,Travel Service Products
| Service Category | |
|---|---|
| Takarazuka and other tickets | Purchase is for unionmembers only. |
| driving school | Application is only for union members. |
| rental hakama | Commission 3300 yen (Tax included) |
Osaka University Co-op is a member's store.
Please be sure to join the Osaka University Co-op before using this service.
Osaka University CO-OP Map & Business Hours
For more information, please visit the following URL.Map & Business Hours