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Suica cards- which areas?
Apr 23, 2024, 5:05 AM

Good day

Can one use the Welcome Suica/ Suica cards in Kyoto and Osaka too?

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1. Re: Suica cards- which areas?
Apr 23, 2024, 5:28 AM

Yes- all across Japan. https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2359_003.html

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Apr 23, 2024, 5:41 AM

Tx Dave

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Apr 25, 2024, 7:59 PM

No we were rejected in Kanazawa bus 30 min ago. A quick Google indicates the same may be the case in Kyoto.

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4. Re: Suica cards- which areas?
Apr 25, 2024, 8:03 PM

Suica and all IC cards are valid in Kyoto.

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5. Re: Suica cards- which areas?
Apr 25, 2024, 8:07 PM

IC cards don't work for some buses in some areas.

All IC cards work for all transportation in Kyoto and Osaka. No worries.

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