[Fact-Finding Survey | 40% Experience Payment Inconvenience] What's the Optimal Solution for Payments and Transportation During South Korea Travel?!
A survey by Minfor Co., Ltd. revealed that 40% of Japanese women aged 30 and over found payments inconvenient during their South Korea trips, with 60% finding it troublesome to manage payments and transportation separately. While language is the primary stressor, payment and transportation infrastructure also pose significant challenges for travelers. The findings highlight a strong demand for integrated payment and transportation management solutions to enhance the travel experience.
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Minfor Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea; Representative: Takeya Nagata) conducted a "Questionnaire Survey on Payments During South Korea Travel" targeting women aged 30 and over nationwide.
Article on payments for South Korea travel here
Survey Name: [Survey on Payments During South Korea Travel]
Survey Period: February 6, 2026 - February 9, 2026
Target Audience: Nationwide / Women in their 20s-60s (Internet survey monitors)
Valid Responses: 553 people who have traveled to South Korea within the last 5 years
Survey Conducted by: Crestep LLC
In recent years, South Korea has gained popularity among Japanese people as one of the most accessible overseas travel destinations. However, many travelers express confusion regarding local systems, such as the widespread use of cashless payments and transportation apps.
This time, Minfor conducted a survey targeting 553 men and women nationwide who have traveled to South Korea within the last 5 years, focusing on "inconveniences/stress" and the "payment environment" during their trips.
The results revealed that approximately 40% of respondents experienced inconvenience with payments during their South Korea trip, identifying it as a stress factor. Furthermore, about 60% found it troublesome to "manage payments and transportation separately."
■ Survey Summary
・The biggest stress factor during South Korea travel is **"language communication" at 43.6%**.
・Followed by currency exchange/payments at 25.1%, and public transportation use at 23.7%.
・Approximately 40% experienced inconvenience with payments during their South Korea trip.
・63.7% responded that "managing payments and transportation separately is troublesome."
・Managing payments during travel, such as currency exchange and transportation payments, is a challenge.
・Increased interest in cashless and multi-functional payment services was also confirmed.
・Next time, we plan to release information on actual payment methods used in South Korea travel and WOWPASS recognition.
■ Unexpected Stress Factors During South Korea Travel?
When South Korea travel experienced individuals were asked about inconveniences and anxieties felt during their trip, "language barrier" was the most common at 21.2%.
While South Korea is advancing towards a cashless society, the existence of different transportation cards and payment methods compared to Japan makes the "payment system" difficult for travelers to understand.
"Payment" is an unexpected problem that creates a barrier beyond language.
While "language" is the biggest stress factor during travel, it is clear that "travel infrastructure" such as payments and transportation also poses significant challenges.
It is not uncommon for travelers to spend time on transportation, dining, and shopping during their precious trip, leading to accumulated stress and an inability to fully enjoy their experience.
■ Payment Stress During South Korea Travel
When asked about payments during South Korea travel, 9.9% responded "very inconvenient" and 32.5% responded "somewhat inconvenient," totaling 42.4% who felt inconvenience with payments.
On the other hand, approximately 57% responded "not inconvenient," indicating a tendency for satisfaction levels to vary significantly depending on the traveler's experience and the payment methods used.
■ The Hassle Travelers Feel in "Payment and Transportation Management"
During South Korea travel, it is necessary to use multiple payment methods such as "credit cards," "cash," and "transportation cards (T-money, etc.)." In this survey, approximately 63% of respondents found it "troublesome" to separate payment and transportation management.
From these results, it is clear that there is a need for a system that can manage payments and transportation together during South Korea travel.
■ Summary
This survey revealed that during South Korea travel, there is a certain level of stress related not only to "language" but also to "payment" and "transportation" infrastructure. In particular, many travelers feel the complexity of managing multiple payment methods, such as currency exchange, differences in payment methods, and the combined use of transportation cards.
On the other hand, there are increasing voices suggesting that South Korea travel can be enjoyed more comfortably by utilizing cashless payments and transportation cards.
Based on the results of this survey, Minfor is disseminating information to help travelers enjoy their South Korea trip more smoothly, by organizing:
・Payment situation in South Korea travel
・How to use transportation cards and cashless payments
・Popular payment services among travelers
Also, you can use WOWPASS at a discount with Minfor's exclusive invitation code.
Invitation Code: WWGD28L7
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Korean Information Site "minfor Minfor"
"minfor (Minfor)", which disseminates the latest Korean aesthetic medical information, provides easy-to-understand information on partnerships with reliable Korean specialized clinics and treatment guides for Japanese people interested in aesthetic procedures. Partner clinics are carefully selected based on unique criteria, emphasizing technical skill, case実績 (track record), and peace of mind for Japanese patients. Additionally, free consultations about procedures of interest are available through Minfor's official LINE. Quotations from multiple partner clinics are also being accepted. Currently, Minfor is actively expanding partnerships not only with popular clinics in Korea but also with aesthetic clinics in Japan. Inquiries from aesthetic clinics that wish to "strengthen their efforts to attract Japanese patients" or "have their clinic listed for comparison with Korea" are also welcome.
Company Profile
Company Name: Minfor Co., Ltd.
Location: 410, 284, Gangnam-daero 94-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Representative: Takeya Nagata
Established: September 2024
Business Activities: Foreign patient attraction business, digital marketing business, EC and EC support business
Website: https://minfor.jp/
X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/minforcl
LINE: https://lin.ee/4UAYOou
Article on payments for South Korea travel here
Survey Name: [Survey on Payments During South Korea Travel]
Survey Period: February 6, 2026 - February 9, 2026
Target Audience: Nationwide / Women in their 20s-60s (Internet survey monitors)
Valid Responses: 553 people who have traveled to South Korea within the last 5 years
Survey Conducted by: Crestep LLC
In recent years, South Korea has gained popularity among Japanese people as one of the most accessible overseas travel destinations. However, many travelers express confusion regarding local systems, such as the widespread use of cashless payments and transportation apps.
This time, Minfor conducted a survey targeting 553 men and women nationwide who have traveled to South Korea within the last 5 years, focusing on "inconveniences/stress" and the "payment environment" during their trips.
The results revealed that approximately 40% of respondents experienced inconvenience with payments during their South Korea trip, identifying it as a stress factor. Furthermore, about 60% found it troublesome to "manage payments and transportation separately."
■ Survey Summary
・The biggest stress factor during South Korea travel is **"language communication" at 43.6%**.
・Followed by currency exchange/payments at 25.1%, and public transportation use at 23.7%.
・Approximately 40% experienced inconvenience with payments during their South Korea trip.
・63.7% responded that "managing payments and transportation separately is troublesome."
・Managing payments during travel, such as currency exchange and transportation payments, is a challenge.
・Increased interest in cashless and multi-functional payment services was also confirmed.
・Next time, we plan to release information on actual payment methods used in South Korea travel and WOWPASS recognition.
■ Unexpected Stress Factors During South Korea Travel?
When South Korea travel experienced individuals were asked about inconveniences and anxieties felt during their trip, "language barrier" was the most common at 21.2%.
While South Korea is advancing towards a cashless society, the existence of different transportation cards and payment methods compared to Japan makes the "payment system" difficult for travelers to understand.
"Payment" is an unexpected problem that creates a barrier beyond language.
While "language" is the biggest stress factor during travel, it is clear that "travel infrastructure" such as payments and transportation also poses significant challenges.
It is not uncommon for travelers to spend time on transportation, dining, and shopping during their precious trip, leading to accumulated stress and an inability to fully enjoy their experience.
■ Payment Stress During South Korea Travel
When asked about payments during South Korea travel, 9.9% responded "very inconvenient" and 32.5% responded "somewhat inconvenient," totaling 42.4% who felt inconvenience with payments.
On the other hand, approximately 57% responded "not inconvenient," indicating a tendency for satisfaction levels to vary significantly depending on the traveler's experience and the payment methods used.
■ The Hassle Travelers Feel in "Payment and Transportation Management"
During South Korea travel, it is necessary to use multiple payment methods such as "credit cards," "cash," and "transportation cards (T-money, etc.)." In this survey, approximately 63% of respondents found it "troublesome" to separate payment and transportation management.
From these results, it is clear that there is a need for a system that can manage payments and transportation together during South Korea travel.
■ Summary
This survey revealed that during South Korea travel, there is a certain level of stress related not only to "language" but also to "payment" and "transportation" infrastructure. In particular, many travelers feel the complexity of managing multiple payment methods, such as currency exchange, differences in payment methods, and the combined use of transportation cards.
On the other hand, there are increasing voices suggesting that South Korea travel can be enjoyed more comfortably by utilizing cashless payments and transportation cards.
Based on the results of this survey, Minfor is disseminating information to help travelers enjoy their South Korea trip more smoothly, by organizing:
・Payment situation in South Korea travel
・How to use transportation cards and cashless payments
・Popular payment services among travelers
Also, you can use WOWPASS at a discount with Minfor's exclusive invitation code.
Invitation Code: WWGD28L7
We plan to publish article content that systematically organizes information to help those considering cosmetic procedures avoid failure.
Please utilize Minfor and Mionni articles as an environment where you can "flatly compare" the appeal and challenges of Korean plastic surgery.
Korean Information Site "minfor Minfor"
"minfor (Minfor)", which disseminates the latest Korean aesthetic medical information, provides easy-to-understand information on partnerships with reliable Korean specialized clinics and treatment guides for Japanese people interested in aesthetic procedures. Partner clinics are carefully selected based on unique criteria, emphasizing technical skill, case実績 (track record), and peace of mind for Japanese patients. Additionally, free consultations about procedures of interest are available through Minfor's official LINE. Quotations from multiple partner clinics are also being accepted. Currently, Minfor is actively expanding partnerships not only with popular clinics in Korea but also with aesthetic clinics in Japan. Inquiries from aesthetic clinics that wish to "strengthen their efforts to attract Japanese patients" or "have their clinic listed for comparison with Korea" are also welcome.
Company Profile
Company Name: Minfor Co., Ltd.
Location: 410, 284, Gangnam-daero 94-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Representative: Takeya Nagata
Established: September 2024
Business Activities: Foreign patient attraction business, digital marketing business, EC and EC support business
Website: https://minfor.jp/
X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/minforcl
LINE: https://lin.ee/4UAYOou