🏪 Japan Convenience / Life Hack

International ATM

International ATM (ATMの利用 - ATM no Riyō)

International ATM

📖 Meaning & Background

Multilingual cash machines inside convenience stores that accept foreign-issued credit and debit cards to withdraw Japanese Yen. Seven Bank and Lawson Bank ATMs are the most widely available.

💡 Cultural Context

To aid travelers facing Japan's high volume of cash-only spots, massive store networks deployed 24-hour global ATMs supporting English, Chinese, Korean, and other major languages.

💬 Useful Conversation Phrases

Use this polite question to ask a store clerk where the ATM is located inside the convenience store.

すみません、ATMはどこにありますか?
🔊 Excuse me, where is the ATM? [Sumimasen, ATM wa doko ni arimasu ka?]

❓ Bilingual Daily Life Quiz

What is the most useful feature of 'International ATMs' inside Japanese convenience stores for foreign tourists?

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