Taiwan's EasyCard and iCash are their local equivalents. Seems to be common in that part of East Asia to have public transport cards that can also work for smal

Taiwan's EasyCard and iCash are their local equivalents. Seems to be common in that part of East Asia to have public transport cards that can also work for small expenses. I wish other governments would take note as its a nice way to avoid the Visa/MC/Amex fees for at least some expenses.