Originally Posted by
Steve M
One big advantage of the TTP card is that if you have one, that's all you need while in Japan - you don't have to carry your passport with you within Japan.
Interesting, I didn't know that. But what are some examples of uses? I can only think of checking into a hotel, renting a car, and flights as situations when I need my passport. But I can't imagine a car rental agency would know what to make of a TTP card...