Pocket Change Introduces Foreign Currency Exchange at Sunamo Shopping Center in Minamisuna

Introduction of Pocket Change at Sunamo

Pocket Change, a leading currency exchange service provider based in Minato, Tokyo, is excited to announce the installation of its kiosk at the Taito Station in the Sunamo shopping center, located in Minamisuna, Koto City, starting May 27, 2026. The introduction of this service aims to enhance the convenience for families residing in the Minamisuna area, especially as summer vacation approaches, allowing parents to easily convert leftover foreign currency from their travels into accessible electronic money.

Three Useful Scenarios for Families

Located on the fourth floor, the Sunamo shopping center features a variety of restaurants and amusement options. Here are three suggested ways for families to make use of the Pocket Change service while visiting the Taito Station:

1. For Leisure: Turn leftover coins into gaming money!
Travelers can convert their unused foreign currency into electronic money right on the spot. This electronic money can then be used for enjoying claw machines or gaming machines within the store.

2. For Shopping: Smart budgeting support for your household.
The service supports various electronic money options, such as Suica, nanaco, Rakuten Edy, and WAON, which can be used in various stores within the Sunamo shopping center. This allows families to swiftly convert unused foreign currency into household necessities or dinner ingredients for the night.

3. For Time Efficiency: Quick transactions in just a minute.
Since the kiosk is located on the bustling fourth floor surrounded by dining establishments, families can conveniently stop by the Pocket Change kiosk while waiting for a table or after their meal. The process is quick—no membership registration is needed, and it takes just about a minute to complete.

Improving Local Convenience

Previously, residents in the Minamisuna area would have to travel to Kiba or Kitazuna for currency exchange services. However, with the introduction of Pocket Change at Sunamo, utilizing this service during regular shopping trips will become easier and more integrated into their daily routines. By expanding the network of currency exchange installations within Koto City, residents can develop a new habit of 'smartly utilizing foreign currency' as part of their lifestyle.

What is Pocket Change?

Pocket Change is a service that allows users to exchange foreign coins and notes for electronic money or gift codes. This service is available across various locations nationwide, including airports, train stations, commercial facilities, amusement centers, and travel agencies from Hokkaido to Fukuoka.

How to Use Pocket Change

Using Pocket Change is very straightforward. There’s no need for prior registration or sharing personal information. Users can seamlessly exchange their leftover foreign currency for electronic money such as Suica, Rakuten Edy, WAON, and various gift codes like Amazon gift cards. The service accommodates ten currencies—including yen—and users can convert coins from four currencies (USD, EUR, CNY, KRW) into electronic money.

After returning from their travels, users can efficiently convert their leftover foreign currency into usable funds offereing them better opportunities for shopping or travel expenses in Japan.
Additionally, the kiosk supports five languages: Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Korean, ensuring it is also user-friendly for foreign travelers.

Pocket Change's Commitment

The Pocket Change Company remains dedicated to enhancing convenience for all international travelers by continuously expanding its service installations and offerings.

Installation Details

Location: Taito Station Minamisuna SUNAMO Store
Installation Date: May 27, 2026
Address: 3-4-31 Shin-Asakusa, Koto-ku, Tokyo, Japan, Sunamo 4F
Phone: 03-6666-8395
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