What Currency Is Used in Japan?

Japan uses the Japanese yen (JPY). Here is a quick guide to cash, cards and payment planning for the trip.

Quick answer: The currency used in Japan is the Japanese yen (JPY), commonly shown with the symbol ¥.

Money and payments in Japan

Carry more than one way to pay. Cards are convenient where accepted, while some cash is useful for smaller businesses, transport, tips or places that do not accept your card network.

Currency

Japanese yen

Code

JPY

Symbol

Before you travel

Check whether your card charges foreign-transaction fees.
Keep a backup payment method separate from your main wallet.
Use reputable ATMs and review the exchange-rate choice before confirming a withdrawal.

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