Payment methods in Japan - statistics & facts
Compared to its East Asian neighbors, Japan still has a low cashless payment ratio. However, Japanese consumers, long known for their preference for cash, have increasingly adopted digital payments in their daily lives, resulting in a decline in cash usage. The cashless payment ratio has steadily increased in the past years, surpassing the government’s goal of a 40 percent share by 2025. Consumers have various payment options to choose from to pay for their in-store or online purchases, including digital payment options and convenience store payments that accommodate Japan’s preference for cash.
