Key Facts
• June 24, 2025: Fumio Kishida released a YouTube video demonstrating My Number Card on iPhone.
• The feature allows My Number Card registration via the updated Mynaportal app.
• Kishida met Apple CEO Tim Cook during his tenure to discuss this functionality.
• The video shows steps: app update, facial recognition, card reading, and document issuance.
• Kishida issued a resident certificate at a 7-Eleven using the integrated feature.
• He emphasized the importance of this feature and encouraged public use.
Summary
Former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida showcased the integration of Japan’s My Number Card with iPhones in a YouTube video on June 24, 2025. This feature, developed in collaboration with Apple during Kishida’s tenure, enables users to register their My Number Card through the updated Mynaportal app. Kishida demonstrated the process, including app updates, facial recognition, and card reading, culminating in issuing a resident certificate at a 7-Eleven. He credited Apple CEO Tim Cook for his support and encouraged citizens to utilize this new functionality.
