Annual Payment Processing Volume Exceeds 5.5 Trillion Yen, Expanding as In-Person Payment Infrastructure

Transaction Media Networks (TMN), headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, and led by President Atsushi Ohtaka, announced that its annual gross merchandise value (GMV) for cashless payment services reached a record high of 5.5 trillion yen in 2025.

The number of payment terminals connected to the TMN center has exceeded 1.21 million, and since the launch of its service in 2011, it has continued to expand as a critical social infrastructure for in-person payments.

Background to the 5.5 Trillion Yen Milestone: Diverse Payment Needs and One-Stop Solutions

Driven by government policies, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the shift toward DX (digital transformation), cashless payments in Japan have continued to spread, with the cashless payment ratio reaching 58% in 2025.

A wide variety of payment methods, including credit cards, e-money, and QR/barcode payments, have become established in Japan, and retailers are required to accommodate numerous payment methods to meet consumer needs.

Under these circumstances, demand for TMN's 'Payment Gateway,' which provides a one-stop solution for multiple payment methods, remains strong. It has been adopted by supermarkets, convenience stores, drugstores, as well as in venues such as stadiums, parking lots, and the transportation sector. As a result, the payment processing volume in 2025 exceeded 5.5 trillion yen, growing as an infrastructure that supports daily consumer life.

Future Outlook: Solving the Issue of Increased Commission Burdens via 'Data Business'

Meanwhile, retailers are facing the challenge of 'profit pressure due to increased commission burdens.'

To address this, TMN is utilizing data flowing through its payment network to promote new business initiatives aimed at profitability improvements, such as marketing support and supply chain optimization.

TMN will continue to contribute to society by providing secure and reliable cashless payment infrastructure, while also supporting the business growth of retailers to contribute to the creation of a better consumer society.