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JCB Expands Contactless Payment Options in Taiwan Through Google Pay Mar. 31, 2026. - JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's sole international payment brand, has announced the expansion of its contactless payment service in Taiwan. Starting March 31, 2026, JCB-branded credit cards issued by Union Bank of Taiwan and Bank SinoPac will support JCB Contactless payments via Google Pay. This marks the first instance outside Japan where JCB cards will be compatible with Google Pay, a […]
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InterContinental Tokyo Bay Unveils Renovated Club Lounge with Bay Views Mar. 31, 2026. - InterContinental Tokyo Bay is set to reopen its newly renovated Club InterContinental Lounge on April 1, 2026, marking a significant upgrade to its luxury offerings. The lounge, situated on the 20th floor, boasts panoramic views of Tokyo Bay and incorporates a design inspired by light and the ocean, featuring a refined palette of white, black, and blue. The renovation extends […]
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