How To Top-Up Using Cash at SMBC Bank (Mitsui Sumitomo Bank)

You can top up your MobalPay account using cash at an ATM in any Mitsui Sumitomo Bank (SMBC) branch. It can be a little daunting if you’re not yet fluent in Japanese, so here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the whole process. Before you head to the bank, please note that cash transfers […]

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How To Top Up at a JP Post Bank ATM

For many new expats in Japan, a JP Post Bank (a.k.a. ‘Yucho’) is the only fully fledged Japanese bank account available (most other banks require you to have been in the country for more than 6 months before they’ll allow you to open an account), which means it’s perfect for MobalPay users!  You can top up […]

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How To Top Up Using Cash At Bank ATMs

See also: You can use cash to top-up your MobalPay account at ATMs inside banks all over Japan, even if you don’t have a Japanese bank account. You can also top-up using cash at convenience store, which most people find is the most convenient option. There are a couple of things to remember before we […]

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Preferred Bank For Transfers

Which bank should I use to top-up my card? We can confirm that the majority of ATM’s can be used to make a bank transfer. However, we would recommend using an ATM in a Mizuho bank as they offer the best English language options compared to other banks.  

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