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...
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...
Suica and Pasmo Physical Card Sales Suspended – Use Your Phone for Cardless Travel
Due to the global chip shortage, Japan temporarily suspended the sale of two commonly used transportation IC cards for travelers, Suica and Pasmo, starting...
Can I Use ICOCA Card in Tokyo? Is ICOCA Accepted in the Kanto Region?
ICOCA is a transportation IC card issued by JR West in Japan, equivalent to the Suica card in the western region of Japan. The...
How to Buy A Suica Card in Japan?
The most common way to travel to Japan on a free trip is definitely the Japanese trains. The Japanese trains are known for its...
Suspension of Sales for Suica and PASMO Cards
JR East announced today (June 2, 2023) that due to a global semiconductor shortage, the Japanese transportation cards “Suica” and “PASMO” are unable to...
Why Do You Need to Buy Additional Tickets When Taking a Train? Japan’s Fare System Explained
Introduction: Taking a train in Japan may seem straightforward, but you might be wondering why sometimes you need to purchase additional tickets. Understanding Japan’s...
Can I use Suica Card to ride the Shinkansen in Japan?
We have been asked similar questions many times: Can I use a Suica card to ride the Shinkansen in Japan? It’s a mystery for...