Japanese Yen
JPY
JAPANESE YENExchange rates and insights
Live rates, secure transactions, and fast delivery.
From
USDTo
JPY51,473.96
Buy rate1 USD = 102.9479 JPY
From
JPYTo
USD935.39
Sell rate1 JPY = 0.0047 USD
Loading historical rates…
Know when the rate is right
Choose the exchange rate you're waiting for and get notified when the market reaches your target.
Get Rate Alerts
Important information
Currency summary
- ISO 4217 Code:
- JPY
- Currency Symbol:
- ¥
- Central Bank:
- Bank of Japan (日本銀行, Nippon Ginkō, BOJ)
- Banknote Denominations:
- ¥1,000
- ¥5,000
- ¥10,000
- Banknote denominations:
- ¥1,000 ¥2,000 ¥5,000 ¥10,000
- Coin denominations:
- ¥1
- ¥5
- ¥10
- ¥50
- ¥100
- 500
Shipping process
How to buy JAPANESE YEN online
If you need to convert your US Dollars to Japanese yen, you can buy Japanese Yen online at competitive exchange rates using our licensed, secure foreign currency exchange platform. With US First Exchange, you’ll enjoy fast and insured delivery of your money order, receiving high-quality, crisp JPY notes right at your doorstep within 24-48 hours, ready for travel, business, or international spending.
01.
Choose your currency
Choose a global currency you wish to buy and the amount.
02.
Checkout
Select your payment method. You can choose between a credit card, a bank draft, or a money wire.
03.
Customer Verification
Answer some questions to verify your identity.
04.
Shipment & Delivery
Select where you want your package to be delivered and choose a shipping method.
Selling guide
How to sell JAPANESE YEN online
If you need to convert Japanese money to US Dollars, you can also sell any leftover Japanese Yen online through US First Exchange and get fast payment in USD with complete peace of mind.
01.
Choose your currency
Select the amount you wish to sell, and your conversion rate will be calculated.
02.
Ship your currency
Request a shipping kit with instructions on how to send your currency to us.
03.
Receive your funds
You will receive a receipt, and the funds will be deposited into your bank account.
Why Us
Sell or Buy Japanese Yen Online at Competitive Exchange Rates
The Japanese Yen (symbol: ¥; code: JPY) is the official currency of Japan and one of the most traded currencies in the world. Known for its stability and influence in global finance, the Yen plays a major role in the foreign exchange market, often used as a benchmark in international money transfers and trading.
At US First Exchange, you can buy or sell Japanese Yen online easily and securely through our licensed foreign exchange services. We offer competitive currency exchange rates, fast and insured delivery, and secure transactions for complete peace of mind. You can also sign up for free exchange rate alerts and get notified when market shifts make trading JPY most favorable.
For deeper insight into market trends, explore our historical USD to JPY chart to monitor price movements over time and use our currency converter for live, up-to-date rates. US First Exchange brings foreign currencies from around the world to your fingertips, making foreign currency exchange simple, transparent, quick, and reliable.
Post-1946 Japanese Banknote Series
Japanese Yen notes are issued by the Bank of Japan and printed by Japan’s National Printing Bureau, while Yen coins are produced by the Japan Mint. The most recent redesigned banknote series entered circulation on July 3, 2024, introducing advanced anti-counterfeit features: novel holographic/3D portrait elements, color-shifting inks, security threads, watermarks, and universal-design improvements, to strengthen authentication and reduce fraud.
Historically issued post-1946 banknotes over ¥1 remain legal tender in Japan unless a formal withdrawal measure is enacted, and older series Yen notes can generally be exchanged at the Bank of Japan and local bank branches if needed.
Series A (1946 - 1948)
- ¥0.05
- ¥0.1
- ¥1
- ¥5
- ¥10
- ¥100
Series B (1950 - 1953)
- ¥50
- ¥100
- ¥500
- ¥1,000
Series C (1957 - 1969)
- ¥500
- ¥1,000
- ¥5,000
- ¥10,000
Series D (1984)
- ¥1,000
- ¥2,000 (issued in the year 2000, included in Series D)
- ¥5,000
- ¥10,000
Series E (2004)
- ¥1,000
- ¥5,000
- ¥10,000
Before you start
Things you need before you start
Valid US ID
A government-issued ID for identity verification.
US Shipping Address
A valid U.S. address where your items will be delivered.
Payment Method
Credit/debit card or other accepted payment options.
Account & Verification
Create an account and complete a quick verification process.
Available currencies
Exchange 50+ Global Currencies
Iraqi Dinar
IQD
Vietnamese Dong
VND
Mexican Peso
MXN
South African Rand
ZAR
Brazilian Real
BRL
Turkish Lira
TRY
South Korean Won
KRW
Norwegian Krone
NOK
Hong Kong Dollar
HKD
Singapore Dollar
SGD
New Zealand Dollar
NZD
Swedish Krona
SEK
Chinese Yuan
CNY
Swiss Franc
CHF
Canadian Dollar
CAD
Australian Dollar
AUD
British Pound
GBP
European Euro
EUR
Indonesian Rupiah
IDR
Iraqi Dinar
IQD
Vietnamese Dong
VND
Mexican Peso
MXN
South African Rand
ZAR
Brazilian Real
BRL
Turkish Lira
TRY
South Korean Won
KRW
Norwegian Krone
NOK
Hong Kong Dollar
HKD
Singapore Dollar
SGD
New Zealand Dollar
NZD
Swedish Krona
SEK
Chinese Yuan
CNY
Swiss Franc
CHF
Canadian Dollar
CAD
Australian Dollar
AUD
British Pound
GBP
European Euro
EUR
Japanese Yen
JPY
Indonesian Rupiah
IDR
Exchange Excellence
Trusted by thousands of users
85k+
Regular Customers
50k+
Completed Orders
99%
Satisfaction Rate
FAQ's
Japanese Yen (JPY) FAQs
Anything else on your mind about Japanese money? Get informed before you exchange Japanese Yen — and make your travel to Japan as smooth and cost-efficient as possible.
Yes — it’s definitely worth buying yen before your trip.
Exchanging currency in advance helps you avoid poor airport rates and
high ATM fees that are common overseas.
By purchasing Japanese yen online through US First Exchange, you get transparent pricing, competitive rates, and insured 24–48h home delivery, so you arrive in Japan with cash in hand and peace of mind.
By purchasing Japanese yen online through US First Exchange, you get transparent pricing, competitive rates, and insured 24–48h home delivery, so you arrive in Japan with cash in hand and peace of mind.
You can buy Japanese yen (JPY) in the U.S. through major banks,
local currency exchange offices, or trusted online providers.
The easiest and most convenient method is ordering yen online from
US First Exchange, where you can purchase securely and
receive your yen notes directly at home within 24–48 hours.
Before ordering, always compare your provider’s rate to the mid-market rate, check for any additional fees, and plan ahead to ensure timely delivery.
Before ordering, always compare your provider’s rate to the mid-market rate, check for any additional fees, and plan ahead to ensure timely delivery.
Buying Japanese yen online with
US First Exchange is quick and secure.
Visit our platform, check the live USD/JPY exchange rate with the currency converter,
select the amount you wish to buy, and complete your order in just a few clicks.
You can pay in USD using multiple payment methods, and we’ll ship crisp, authentic JPY notes straight to your door — fully insured and ready for use in Japan or international transactions.
You can pay in USD using multiple payment methods, and we’ll ship crisp, authentic JPY notes straight to your door — fully insured and ready for use in Japan or international transactions.
The yen’s strength fluctuates under Japan’s floating exchange rate system.
Factors such as interest rates, inflation, trade balances,
and the Bank of Japan’s monetary policy all influence its value.
The BOJ’s long-standing low-interest policy makes the yen less attractive to investors, which has contributed to its weaker position globally. However, market shifts or policy changes can quickly alter its trajectory.
Stay ahead of these changes by signing up for exchange rate alerts — get notified when the market moves in your favor.
The BOJ’s long-standing low-interest policy makes the yen less attractive to investors, which has contributed to its weaker position globally. However, market shifts or policy changes can quickly alter its trajectory.
Stay ahead of these changes by signing up for exchange rate alerts — get notified when the market moves in your favor.