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Cash or Card in Japan for Foreigners: Money, IC Cards, and ATMs
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Cash or Card in Japan for Foreigners: Money, IC Cards, and ATMs

Decide cash or card in Japan for foreigners with a practical first-week plan for credit cards, IC cards, ATMs, cash backup, customs, and arrival support.

July 31, 2026/9 min read
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100 Yen Shops in Japan: What Foreigners Should Buy in the First Week
Arrival in Japan

100 Yen Shops in Japan: What Foreigners Should Buy in the First Week

What to buy at Japan's 100 yen shops in your first week - kitchen, laundry, and daily-life essentials, what to skip, and...

July 2, 2026/6 min

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