Japan is a popular destination for Russians with business connections, students at Japanese universities, and those supporting family members who have relocated to Tokyo, Osaka, or Sapporo. Japanese banks operate under strict AML/KYC standards, and a number of major banks, including MUFG and SMBC, have strengthened verification of transfers related to Russia since 2022. ATM24 evaluates each request individually; credit via SWIFT typically takes 3 to 7 business days after confirmation. Japan's payment infrastructure remains one of the most advanced in the world.
Payment services and bank transfers
PayPay is one of Japan's largest mobile payment services with an audience of over 60 million users. IC cards Suica and PASMO are used not only for public transportation but also for purchases at more than 500,000 retail locations, including shops, restaurants, and vending machines. JPY (Japanese yen) is Japan's national currency and one of the world's reserve currencies. An important feature—many bank branches in Japan operate roughly from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, so banking hours should be factored into transfer timelines. The availability of obtaining cash yen through ATM24 is clarified when submitting your request. For non-cash transfers, you need a bank account at a Japanese bank and the SWIFT/BIC code of the recipient's bank. JCB is Japan's international card system; however, the availability of card deposits within a specific transfer must be clarified separately.
Transfer conditions
Japan's payment ecosystem: banks, cards, e-wallets, and transfers. Country—Japan. Receiving currency—JPY (Japanese yen). Sending currency—RUB, USD, and USDT. Transfer method—Visa and Mastercard bank card or bank account. ATM24 commission—from 0.9%. Transfer time—from a few minutes for available domestic channels; SWIFT bank transfer—3 to 7 business days.
Payment systems and services
Japan's payment ecosystem: major payment systems and services. PayPay is one of Japan's QR payment leaders with an audience of over 60 million users and a wide network of merchant acceptance. IC cards Suica and PASMO are used for public transportation and purchases at more than 500,000 retail locations, vending machines, and restaurants. nanaco and WAON are popular electronic payment cards linked to 7-Eleven and AEON networks and used for everyday purchases. Financial regulator—FSA (Financial Services Agency), which oversees banks and fintech companies. Bank branches in Japan typically operate Monday–Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM; Japan Post Bank ATMs are available on weekends, though hours depend on the specific branch and ATM.