Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Taito-ku, Tokyo; President: Akihiro Kosaka; hereinafter "Tokyo Metro") will release a PR video on March 27, 2026 (Friday), produced by the Image Studio Division of Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President: Takashi Kiryu; hereinafter "Square Enix"). This video commemorates the launch and expansion of contactless credit card payment services and QR code-based boarding services (hereinafter collectively referred to as "the Service") as of March 25, 2026 (Wednesday).

The Service allows passengers to pass through ticket gates using credit cards or their smartphones. With the expansion of this service, passengers without physical tickets can now enjoy a comfortable and seamless experience on Tokyo Metro without needing to stop at ticket machines or station offices.

To ensure that the appeal of this service is felt by visitors from around the world as well as those in Japan, the video was created by the Image Studio Division of Square Enix, known for producing high-end, full-CG visuals for beloved game series such as Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy.

The background music is an original composition by Naoshi Mizuta of the Square Enix Sound Division, known for his work on titles like Final Fantasy XI, created specifically to enhance the world-building and quality of the video. Enjoy the unique atmosphere of Square Enix and set off on your own adventure on the comfortable and seamless Tokyo Metro!

* QR Code is a registered trademark of Denso Wave Inc.

The video is now available in multiple languages (Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean) on Tokyo Metro's official accounts!

● Japanese: Tokyo Metro Official YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@TokyoMetroOfficial

● English and others: Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd. (YouTube) https://www.youtube.com/@tokyo_trend_trip

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  • Source: PR Times
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