Starting April 2026, Kumamoto will phase out Suica and ICOCA IC card payments for transportation. Discover why and the alternative payment methods available....
Understanding the Shinkansen Ticket System: Why Two Tickets Are Needed for Train Travel in Japan
Understanding the Shinkansen ticket system can be confusing for travelers in Japan. Learn why two tickets are necessary and how to use them effectively....
Buying A Suica card in Tokyo 2024: Suica Card Revival? Where to Buy?
foreign tourists can purchase the physical Suica card (the green one that updates its expiration date with each use) from the JR East Japan...
The 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...
Welcome Suica Mobile: The Convenient App Version of Welcome Suica
JR East Japan has announced plans to enhance ticketing services for visiting foreign tourists. The latest news reveals that the Suica card for foreign...
Use Mobile Suica for Cardless Travel! After Suspension of Suica and Pasmo Physical Cards
Due to the global chip shortage, Japan temporarily suspended the sale of two commonly used transportation IC cards for travelers, Suica and Pasmo, starting...
Using Suica in Osaka and the Kansai Area: What You Need to Know
Suica, a versatile travel card widely used in Japan, extends its functionality to the Kansai region, including Osaka. While Suica is primarily associated with...
Can I use Suica Card to ride the Shinkansen in Japan?
If you don't use services like "Touch de Go! Shinkansen," "Shinkansen e-ticket," or "SmartEX service" provided by JR companies, then you cannot use a...
Detailed Comparison: the Differences between Suica and ICOCA, Japan’s Transportation Cards
The Suica and ICOCA cards are widely utilized contactless IC cards in Japan, serving as convenient payment methods for public transportation, shopping, and vending...
Suica Guide 2024: How to Buy a Suica Card in Japan
The most popular way to travel around Japan, especially on a budget, is by using Japanese trains. Renowned for their punctuality, speed, and convenience,...
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. Just...
Suspension of Sales for Suica and PASMO Cards
The shortages and suspensions of Suica and PASMO cards, is causing inconvenience for commuters and travelers alike. Consequently, JR East announced on June 2,...