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Originally Posted by WingsToDiscovery
This is something I've actually been curious about. Why is Japan such a "cash-based society" like everyone says? I mean, Do Japanese workers get direct deposit? Do they pull out cash from an atm and then buy the groceries rather than using the debit card as a form of payment? How do people in Japan acquire the cash to pay for everyday stuff, or how often do they frequent banks/atms? What happens if they're making a spur of the moment large purchase but don't have enough cash on them? Do they leave, get the money, and come back?
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When I worked in Japan I was paid by direct deposit. There is no such thing as "checks" in Japan. You are paid by direct deposit or cash. Bank cards can only be used at the bank. Credit cards are becoming more commonplace, but still, cash is king.
To pay bills I would take my bills to the convenience store and pay them in cash.