JR Hokkaido Bus will gradually introduce a tap payment service on select routes.
In collaboration with Sumitomo Mitsui Card, JCB, Hokkaido Atlas, Odakyu Machine, and QUADRAC, they will utilize the public transportation solution “stera transit” provided by Sumitomo Mitsui Card.
The express Asahikawa-go and Drift Ice Monbetsu-go started offering the service from January 20, while the express Otaru-go began from February 1. Passengers can pay their bus fares by tapping compatible cards or smartphones on dedicated readers installed inside the buses. Supported brands include Visa, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, Discover, and UnionPay. Mastercard will be added soon.
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