Country Currency

Japan Currency

Japanese Yen is the official currency of Japan.

Official currencyJapanese Yen
RegionAsia Pacific
Central bankBank of Japan

Local Money Notes

Payments and exchange basics

No separate fixed-rate or multi-currency arrangement is listed for this country.

Cards are accepted in many locations, but cash is still useful for local transport, dining and smaller merchants.

Travelers often compare airport exchange counters, bank withdrawals and card network rates.

Exchange-rate information is provided for reference only and is not financial, trading or investment advice.

FAQ

Japan currency questions

What currency does Japan use?

Japanese Yen is the official currency of Japan.

Does Japan have multiple official currencies?

Japan has one official currency listed here: Japanese Yen.

Where can I compare Japan exchange rates?

Use the related conversion links on this page to compare Japan's official currency against major currencies.