Alipay wants to create a cashless environment for Chinese tourists in Japan, particularly those attending the Tokyo Olympic Games in 2020. The company will work with a range of local partners to target tourists who use its platform when they visit Japan, one of the most popular destinations for Chinese tourists in Asia. With the creation of a targeted cashless retail environment Alipay said it aimed to create a bridge between the tourists and local retailers, providing a boost to small and micro businesses while increasing the usage and reach of its payment platform.
Alipay wants to create a cashless environment for Chinese tourists in Japan, particularly those attending the Tokyo Olympics in 2020. The company will work with a range of local partners to target tourists who use its platform when they visit Japan, one of the most popular destinations for Chinese tourists in Asia. With the creation of a targeted cashless retail environment Alipay said it aimed to create a bridge between the tourists and local retailers, providing a boost to small and micro businesses while increasing the usage and reach of its payment platform.