Does Japan accept Suica, PASMO, ICOCA? Find out the payment methods available at Japan.
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Suica, PASMO, ICOCA
Suica is a widely used contactless smart card in Japan, mainly in the Greater Tokyo Area. It is issued by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and can be used for convenient and cashless transportation on trains, subways, buses, and even some ferries. Suica can also be used for payments at vending machines, convenience stores, restaurants, and retail shops. Users can charge their Suica cards with funds and simply tap them on card readers to make payments or access public transportation services. The card is rechargeable and reloadable, making it a practical option for both residents and tourists exploring Japan's capital and surrounding regions.
Does Japan accept Suica, PASMO, ICOCA?
Here's whether Japan accepts Suica, PASMO, ICOCA, plus the full list of payment methods available.
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What payment methods can I use at Japan?
These are the payment methods currently listed for Japan. 'Depends on the store' means availability may vary by branch, terminal, or region.
* Most stores in Japan accept cash in Japanese yen, but foreign currencies are usually not accepted.
| Payment | |
|---|---|
| Credit Card | Available |
| PayPay | Available |
| Dpay | Available |
| auPay | Available |
| Merpay | Available |
| RakutenPay | Available |
| LINEpay | Available |
| Suica, PASMO, ICOCA | Available |
| Rakuten Edy | Available |
| nanaco | Available |
| waon | Available |
| iD | Available |
| YuchoPay | Available |
| Alipay | Available |
| WeChatPay | Available |
| Unionpay | Available |
| Tpoint | Available |
| famiPay | Available |
ANA Pay
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Available |
| QUICPay | n/a |
| Visa contactless | n/a |
| Master contactless | n/a |
| Amex contactless | n/a |
| JCB contactless | n/a |
| RakutenPoint | n/a |
| dPoint | n/a |
| Ponta | n/a |
Japan acceptance chart
Contactless can be hard to use.
Frequently asked questions about Japan and Suica, PASMO, ICOCA
Does Japan accept Suica, PASMO, ICOCA?
Yes. Japan accepts Suica, PASMO, ICOCA.
What other payment methods can I use at Japan?
This page also lists the other payment methods accepted at Japan, including cards, QR code payments, e-money, contactless payments, and points where available.
Does Japan accept cash?
Most stores in Japan accept cash in Japanese yen unless they are explicitly cashless-only. Check the official store information if you need branch-level details.