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IC Card

Literal Translation

(ICカード) Integrated Circuit card — the contactless payment card used across Japanese transit systems. Suica (JR East) and Pasmo (Tokyo Metro) are the most common types. Used to tap in and tap out at transit gates. Also accepted at many convenience stores.