TOKYO -- Railway companies are breaking into Japan's finance sector, teaming up with online banks to retain and attract customers as the industry adjusts to the post-COVID landscape.
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East Japan Railway plans to bring riders to its bank by waiving withdrawal fees at some station ATMs. (Photo by Tomoki Mera)
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