If you have an iPhone, you do not need to wait until you arrive in Japan or download any special apps. You can create a digital card directly in your phone's wallet in under a minute.

: Tap the + sign in the top right corner of the Apple Wallet app .

: Ensure Express Transit is turned on in your settings so you can simply tap your phone at the ticket gates without needing to wake your screen or use FaceID/TouchID.

: Choose the amount of money you want to load onto the card. You can pay instantly using your linked credit cards via Apple Pay.