JR East announced today (June 2, 2023) that due to a global semiconductor shortage, the Japanese transportation cards “Suica” and “PASMO” are unable to...
The Red Suica Card: “Welcome Suica” for Foreigners Visiting Japan
JR East started to sell a special IC card for visitors to Japan called “Welcome Suica” on September 1, 2019. Have you used it...
Detailed Comparison: the Differences between Suica and ICOCA, Japan’s Transportation Cards
Suica and ICOCA are two types of contactless IC cards that are widely used throughout Japan to pay for public transportation, shopping, and vending...
Using Suica Card in Osaka and the Kansai Area: What You Need to Know
When it comes to transportation cards in Japan, the Suica Card is a household name that everyone knows. The cute Suica penguin on the...
When to Visit Tokyo? Weather Guide & Outfit Suggestions for the Whole Year
Japan is a country with distinct four seasons, each offering its unique beauty during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. For first-time visitors to Japan,...
PayPay Introduces New Offline Payment Feature
Japan’s leading mobile payment company, PayPay, announced on July 20th that it will develop a new feature that allows offline payments without the need...
How to Check Your Data Usage on An Apple Mac Computer
These days, most of us are using far more data than we did before on a regular basis. Whether you’re teleworking, taking classes, or...
Top 10 Inconveniences Faced by Foreign Travelers in Japan
As a popular tourist destination, Japan welcomes millions of foreign visitors every year. When you travel to Japan, do you feel at home or...
Sumida River Fireworks Festival – A Must-See Summer Event in Tokyo
The Sumida River Fireworks Festival, known as “隅田川花火大会” (Sumida gawa Hanabi taikai/Sumida River Fireworks Festival) in Japanese, is an annual fireworks extravaganza held along...
Tokyo Disneyland: New Free Priority Pass vs. Fast Pass – What’s the Difference?
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Tokyo Disneyland Resort will unveil a brand-new expedited entry system called the “Tokyo Disneyland Resort 40th Anniversary Priority...