Japan's Suica card system is transitioning to tapless walk-through gates using location data.

JR East is stepping up the game with plans for walk-through gates for Suica users in the next decade. Launched in 2001, the Suica card transformed train travel by letting passengers simply tap and go, eliminating the hassle of traditional tickets. But hold on, folks—this is just the beginning.

This future tech will allow you to breeze through gates without tapping or scanning at all. While there’s no set date yet, JR East is aiming for these gates within 10 years, also looking to use GPS data for fare calculations. New features are on the horizon too, like increasing the easy top-up limit beyond 20,000 yen, scanning for fares outside Suica areas, and linking your bank account for hassle-free payments. Get ready for the next level of commuting!

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