I would say that the common image of Japan is that it's a weird place that only works because it's full of Japanese people. Whereas I would like to promote the

I would say that the common image of Japan is that it's a weird place that only works because it's full of Japanese people. Whereas I would like to promote the idea that it's a normal place containing normal people (…many of them Chinese tourists, lately), and you can have the good things they have too if you simply copy their policies. Or in other words, there's no need for conflict. I don't know if payment systems are one of those anymore though. FeliCa is the best because it's so fast, but any kind of tap to pay is IME fine. Certainly better than having to use a ticket machine or buy a special card or work out change to give to the bus driver.