How do you charge pasmo in Japan?

How to top up your PASMO PASSPORT at a station ticket machine
  1. Select your preferred language at the station ticket machine.
  2. Insert your PASMO PASSPORT in a station ticket machine where it is possible to add value.
  3. Press the PASMO button.
  4. Select the amount you want to add to your card and insert cash.




In 2026, charging a PASMO card is highly flexible. For physical cards, you can use ticket vending machines at non-JR stations or multi-function kiosks at convenience stores like 7-Eleven (using Seven Bank ATMs) and Lawson. Simply place the card on the reader and insert cash; note that machines typically do not accept credit cards for physical top-ups. For Mobile PASMO (Apple Wallet or Google Pay), you can recharge directly on your phone using a linked credit or debit card. You can also ask a cashier at most convenience stores to "charge" the card by placing your phone on the terminal. At train stations, "Fare Adjustment" machines near exit gates allow you to add the specific amount needed if your balance is too low to exit.

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PASMO is an IC card that can be used on transportation in Japan. Adding it to your iPhone or Apple Watch Wallet app makes using PASMO easier, more convenient, and smarter.

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a PASMO PASSPORT. This is a special IC card with privileges only available to overseas travelers who are visiting Japan. It can be used for train and bus travel in the Kanto area and all across the country where IC cards are accepted, and for electronic payments when shopping.

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If you are planning to travel out of Tokyo even a day trip to Nikko or a little further to Kyoto, then JR pass is the way to go and select the JR line . Pasmo/Suica card is doable within Tokyo and is similar to tap and go card. You can load up whenever you need them (cash only for loading) .

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The only difference between PASMO and SUICA is who sells them. SUICA is from JR East, and PASMO is from Tokyo-area non-JR rail operators, including Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway. Wherever you can use SUICA, you can use PASMO, and vice versa. Same with charging with new amounts.

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Each person needs one. Pasmo/Suica is read when touching the IC card reader upon entering and exiting a gate, and the correct fare is deducted from the card. The same card cannot be read entering twice at the same station.

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The Suica card initially costs ¥ 1 ( US$ 0), of which 500 is credit and the other 500 goes as a deposit. This deposit is returned when you return the card to the Japan Rail (Suica). The Pasmo card costs ¥ 500 ( US$ 3.30), which is non-refundable, as well as the money you want to charge it with.

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PASMO is an IC card that can be used on transportation in Japan. Adding it to your iPhone or Apple Watch Wallet app makes using PASMO easier, more convenient, and smarter. This symbol indicates a transportation IC card that can be used across the entire country.

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You can transfer your physical Suica, PASMO, or ICOCA card and its current balance to Apple Wallet. After the transfer, your physical card won't work and your deposit will be added to your Suica, PASMO, or ICOCA balance in Apple Wallet. To add a card: iPhone: Open the Wallet app and tap the Add button.

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You can also use the Pasmo and Suica cards to pay for certain services such as lockers, parking and taxis.

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PASMO PASSPORT can be used for trains and buses in the Tokyo metropolitan area and across all of Japan. What should I do if I have an insufficient balance? Let the train staff or bus driver know when entering the ticket gate or when getting on or off the bus.

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