Cashless payments, primarily those made through credit cards, electronic money and QR codes, are becoming increasingly widespread in Japan.
Such payment methods now account for over 40% of all personal spending in the country, reflecting a growing trend of consumers carrying little or no cash with them when going out.
A number of issues still need to be addressed, however, especially a growing risk of unauthorized use of cashless payments and the potential disruption of services during disasters.
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