Does Ministop accept Suica, PASMO, ICOCA? Find out the payment methods available at Ministop.
Ministop
Based on the concept of being located on a nearby street corner, "MinuteStop," meaning a place where you can stop for a moment, was changed to "MINISTOP," which is easy to pronounce and familiar to Japanese people and also means "stop and then move on.
Stores:1,932
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 Ministop accept Suica, PASMO, ICOCA?
Here's whether Ministop accepts Suica, PASMO, ICOCA, plus the full list of payment methods available.
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What payment methods can I use at Ministop?
These are the payment methods currently listed for Ministop. '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 |
| waon | Available |
| iD | Available |
| QUICPay | Available |
| YuchoPay | Available |
| Alipay | Available |
| WeChatPay | Available |
| Unionpay | Available |
| Visa contactless | Available |
| dPoint | Available |
ANA Pay
|
Available |
| nanaco | n/a |
| Master contactless | n/a |
| Amex contactless | n/a |
| JCB contactless | n/a |
| RakutenPoint | n/a |
| Tpoint | n/a |
| Ponta | n/a |
| famiPay | n/a |
Ministop acceptance chart
Frequently asked questions about Ministop and Suica, PASMO, ICOCA
Does Ministop accept Suica, PASMO, ICOCA?
Yes. Ministop accepts Suica, PASMO, ICOCA.
What other payment methods can I use at Ministop?
This page also lists the other payment methods accepted at Ministop, including cards, QR code payments, e-money, contactless payments, and points where available.
Does Ministop 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.