Summary: Japan’s famous Suica Penguin JR train pass card mascot is “graduating”/being laid off SoraNews
1. The Suica Penguin, a beloved mascot for Japan's cashless payment system Suica, is being retired after 25 years of service.
2. JR East announced plans to replace the Suica Penguin with a new character, causing concern and sadness among fans.
3. The retirement comes as JR East prepares for changes in their Mobile Suica app next year, including expanding purchase limits and direct bank account transfers.
2. JR East announced plans to replace the Suica Penguin with a new character, causing concern and sadness among fans.
3. The retirement comes as JR East prepares for changes in their Mobile Suica app next year, including expanding purchase limits and direct bank account transfers.
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Japanese cashless payment system Suica retires its mascot, the Suica Penguin, after 25 years. Replacement character announced by JR East amid changes in their Mobile Suica app next year, including expanded purchase limits and bank account transfers. Fans express concern over beloved penguin's
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ID: ec76901a-6b5d-408c-9e81-7f19789dee18
Category ID: listed_summary
Date: Nov. 12, 2025
Notes: SoraNews24 Summary - 2025-11-12 15:00
Created: 2025/11/13 00:44
Updated: 2025/12/07 22:16
Last Read: 2025/11/13 07:54