Yes, you can use Suica to ride the Shinkansen — but only through specific JR services. This guide explains Touch de Go!, Shinkansen e-Ticket,...
Best Guide 2026: Using ICOCA in Tokyo & Kanto — Limits, Tips & What Works
Wondering if your ICOCA works in Tokyo or the wider Kanto region? This quick guide explains exactly where it’s accepted, what it can’t do...
Can You Use Suica in Osaka? Yes — But Watch These Kansai-Specific Limitations
Suica works in Osaka and the Kansai region, but it has important limitations. Learn how it differs from ICOCA, where it’s accepted, and key...
Where to Buy ICOCA Card in Kansai Airport and Osaka (2026 Guide)
Looking to buy an ICOCA card at Kansai Airport or in Osaka? This 2025 guide shows all purchase locations, vending machines, ticket offices, and...
Suica vs. ICOCA 2026: Which IC Card is Best for Your Japan Trip?
Don't make a mistake! 2026 Suica (Tokyo) vs ICOCA (Kansai): where to buy, top-up rules, and the one critical rule for getting a refund....
Kumamoto IC Card Phase-out: Suica and ICOCA No Longer Acceptable by 2026
Starting April 2026, Kumamoto will phase out Suica and ICOCA IC card payments for transportation. Discover why and the alternative payment methods available....