{"id":1328,"date":"2025-08-22T06:13:30","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T21:13:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.japan-workers.com\/?p=1328"},"modified":"2025-08-22T06:13:30","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T21:13:30","slug":"what-services-for-foreigners-at-convenience-store-atms-and-terminals-are-expected","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.japan-workers.com\/?p=1328","title":{"rendered":"What services for foreigners at convenience store ATMs and terminals are expected"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.watch.impress.co.jp\/docs\/news\/2040362.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">Japan Post Bank and Seven Bank to introduce residence expiration date notifications at ATMs<\/a> (2025-08-20 Impress Watch), Seven Bank will provide Japan Post Bank with an &#8220;ATM Notification&#8221; service that will notify users of information on the ATM screen from January 2026. What services for foreigners at convenience store ATMs and terminals are expected to expand in the future?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Expansion of Multilingual Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seven Bank ATMs already support 12 languages, allowing over 90% of foreign users to operate them in their native language. In the future, support is expected to expand to include languages such as Urdu and Hindi. Remote operators or avatar-based assistance could also be introduced to provide real-time multilingual guidance at stores. Lawson, for example, is trialing avatars that can provide guidance in about 100 languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Residence and Administrative Support via ATMs and Terminals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u25cf Residence Status Notifications and Renewal Assistance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The upcoming \u201cATM Notification\u201d feature will display residence expiration dates and provide QR-coded receipts linking to renewal guidance. Future expansions could include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pop-up or voice alerts for upcoming expiration dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct links to renewal centers or administrative consultation services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partial completion of renewal applications directly on the ATM screen<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u25cf Automated Account Opening and Identity Verification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From December 23, 2024, Seven Bank ATMs will allow foreign residents to complete account opening entirely via ATM, using IC card reading and facial recognition. Expected future developments include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Integration with other financial institutions for immediate deposits and transfers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expanded linkage with My Number cards or public insurance cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multilingual identity verification support, including voice guidance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Expansion of Cashless Payment Channels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u25cf International Card and E-Money Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seven Bank ATMs accept various international cards and are available 24\/7. Expansion is expected for QR payment methods popular among foreigners, such as Alipay, WeChat Pay, and Kakao Pay. Foreign currency top-ups (USD, EUR, etc.) may also be supported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u25cf Offline Payment via Store Terminals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Store terminals already support offline payments for online services. Future foreigner-focused expansions could include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Multilingual guidance for tourists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support for overseas digital service payments (Netflix, Steam, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automated tax-free procedures with passport reading<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Strengthening Links with Government Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u25cf Integration with Local Administrative Services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Convenience stores could serve as hubs for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Issuing resident or other official certificates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electronic reception for foreigner consultation services in multiple languages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Acceptance and pickup of various application forms (residence, taxes, healthcare)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u25cf Remote Multilingual Assistance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avatar or remote operator support could allow foreign users to receive real-time help at ATMs or store terminals, serving as multilingual help desks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Infrastructure in Rural Areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In rural areas, ATMs are a key access point. Expected developments include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Multilingual terminals in rural regions for residence and administrative guidance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Display of medical and disaster information for foreign residents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barrier-free and universal design for accessibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key areas where foreigner-oriented services at convenience store ATMs and terminals are expected to expand:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Area<\/th><th>Expected Service Expansion<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Multilingual Support<\/td><td>Expanded language options, multilingual operations and intercoms, avatar guidance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Residence &amp; Administrative Services<\/td><td>Residence expiration notifications, renewal guidance, automated account opening, administrative form support<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Payments<\/td><td>Support for international cards and e-money, multilingual offline payment, tax-free procedures<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Government &amp; Administrative Info<\/td><td>Certificate issuance, application acceptance, information terminals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rural Support<\/td><td>Multilingual terminals, disaster and medical info, universal design<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In conclusion, ATMs and store terminals are expected to increasingly serve as infrastructure that supports foreign residents in daily life, from residence management and banking to payments and administrative services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Japan Immigrartion News<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-grid columns-2 has-dates has-authors wp-block-rss\"><li class='wp-block-rss__item'><div class='wp-block-rss__item-title'><a href='https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/australia-news\/2026\/may\/25\/mtc-security-failures-australia-immigration-detention-centres-ntwnfb'>Escapes, fires, stabbing: catastrophic security failures revealed in Australia\u2019s immigration detention network<\/a><\/div><time datetime=\"2026-05-24T09:00:00+09:00\" class=\"wp-block-rss__item-publish-date\">2026-05-24<\/time> <span class=\"wp-block-rss__item-author\">by The Guardian<\/span><\/li><li class='wp-block-rss__item'><div class='wp-block-rss__item-title'><a href='https:\/\/yle.fi\/a\/74-20227503'>Loneliness, uncertainty and bureaucracy \u2014 The psychological toll of adapting to life in Finland<\/a><\/div><time datetime=\"2026-05-24T09:00:00+09:00\" class=\"wp-block-rss__item-publish-date\">2026-05-24<\/time> <span class=\"wp-block-rss__item-author\">by Yle<\/span><\/li><li class='wp-block-rss__item'><div class='wp-block-rss__item-title'><a href='https:\/\/mainichi.jp\/english\/articles\/20260524\/p2g\/00m\/0na\/017000c'>Japan eyes cyber patrols for tips on overstays, illegal work<\/a><\/div><time datetime=\"2026-05-24T09:00:00+09:00\" class=\"wp-block-rss__item-publish-date\">2026-05-24<\/time> <span class=\"wp-block-rss__item-author\">by The Mainichi<\/span><\/li><li class='wp-block-rss__item'><div class='wp-block-rss__item-title'><a href='https:\/\/www.dw.com\/en\/us-tells-green-card-seekers-to-apply-from-abroad\/a-77270868'>US tells green-card seekers to apply from abroad<\/a><\/div><time datetime=\"2026-05-23T09:00:00+09:00\" class=\"wp-block-rss__item-publish-date\">2026-05-23<\/time> <span class=\"wp-block-rss__item-author\">by DW<\/span><\/li><li class='wp-block-rss__item'><div class='wp-block-rss__item-title'><a href='https:\/\/www.koreaherald.com\/article\/10754875'>Bill seeks to raise Korea immigration chief to vice ministerial rank<\/a><\/div><time datetime=\"2026-05-23T09:00:00+09:00\" class=\"wp-block-rss__item-publish-date\">2026-05-23<\/time> <span class=\"wp-block-rss__item-author\">by The Korea Herald<\/span><\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>According to Japan Post Bank and Seven Bank to introduce residence expiration date notifications at ATMs (2025-08-20 Impress Watch), Seven Bank will provide Japan Post Bank with an &#8220;ATM Notification&#8221; service that will notify users of information on the ATM screen from January 2026. 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