JR (Japan Rail) have just launched their new EX-IC wireless ticketing system. Customers can now purchase express tickets and seat reservations 'on line' by mobile phone or pc, then just come to the station an touch the screen with your wireless IC card (at a reader like the one in this picture) and the machine will instantly print your ticket and debit your card......... off you go on your journey in seconds - no waiting, no cash, no hastle!The combination of mobile phones and wireless IC cards (leading to a cash-less society) is growing at a rapid pace in Japan.
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