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"Cashless Payment" Puts Heavy Burden on Retailers: Fees Up 40% in 10 Years, Restaurant Fees Double; Challenges for Sustainable Cashless Payments
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Published Apr 17, 2026 10:08 AM ・ Updated Jun 1, 2026 3:23 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES
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- According to a survey by Teikoku Databank, cashless payment fees have increased by 40% in the past 10 years, and have doubled for restaurants, indicating challenges for sustainable cashless payment systems.
According to a survey by Teikoku Databank, cashless payment fees have increased by 40% in the past 10 years, and have doubled for restaurants, indicating challenges for sustainable cashless payment systems.
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According to a survey by Teikoku Databank, cashless payment fees have increased by 40% in the past 10 years, and have doubled for restaurants, indicating challenges for sustainable cashless payment systems.
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