Originally Posted by
Steve M
It would be great if Japan implemented such a program. I hope it doesn't get tied to the APEC card. For one, the US is still not issuing them
The US DOES issue them. I got one with my Global Entry application. The only issue is that US-issued APEC cards do not get you around visa requirements (as the US is unwilling to offer reciprocal treatment to Asian nationals) so they are only good for skipping long lines at immigration.