If you’re traveling to Japan with an iPhone, there’s a shortcut worth knowing about before you go: you likely don’t need to buy a physical Suica card at all. A digital version can be set up directly on your phone, and it works the same way at train and subway gates, convenience stores, and plenty of other places around the country.
It’s a small detail, but it removes a few of the classic first-day hassles — no card counter line at the airport, no deposit to remember to get back, and nothing extra to lose track of in your bag.
It’s the kind of thing that’s easy to set up in a couple of minutes before you leave home, and mildly frustrating to figure out for the first time after you’ve already landed and are standing at a busy train gate.
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Want the exact setup steps, how charging works, and why it taps faster than a physical card? Read the complete guide on [ Medium → ]
Recommended gear for this:
- Portable MagSafe-Compatible Power Bank
- Phone Crossbody Lanyard Strap
- Universal Travel Adapter (Japan Type A)
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