Train Travel
What is the difference between Suica and PASMO?
Suica and PASMO are both brands of IC cards that function the same way, allowing you to pay for train and bus fares, as well as for shopping. While cash is still an option for buying tickets or paying fares, using an IC card can make things more convenient.
Both cards can be used interchangeably across Japan’s major IC card networks.
For more information, please check their official websites:
Suica
Pasmo
In addition to Suica and PASMO, different types of IC cards are issued in various regions throughout Japan, and most of them work in the same way.
For most travelers, there is no significant difference in daily use, so either card is a convenient option for transportation and small purchases.
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