TBCASoft, the developer and operator of the HIVEX® cross-border payment framework, has announced the launch of a new mobile payment initiative that will allow Weixin Pay (WeChat Pay) users to make QR code payments directly at PayPay merchants in Japan.
The partnership marks a key milestone in HIVEX’s goal of linking major mobile wallets worldwide to create seamless payment experiences for international travelers.
Through this collaboration, Chinese tourists visiting Japan will be able to pay at millions of PayPay merchants simply by scanning PayPay’s QR code – with no need for currency exchange or extra app downloads. The service is set to roll out in mid-September 2025.
Weixin and its global platform WeChat together have more than 1.4 billion monthly active users. With nearly 798,000 Chinese travelers visiting Japan in June 2025 alone – a 19.9% increase from a year earlier – the feature is expected to significantly enhance convenience for both tourists and merchants, particularly in retail, dining, and travel sectors.
Ling Wu, CEO of TBCASoft.
“This partnership brings together three industry leaders – Weixin Pay in China, PayPay in Japan, and HIVEX – to deliver a strong value proposition for travelers and merchants alike,” said Ling Wu, CEO of TBCASoft.
“It also shows how ecosystem collaborations can provide secure, compliant, and scalable cross-border payment solutions that benefit all parties involved.”
