Japan
It is the time of the year for Japan!
JPY
Asia
The money
The Japanese Yen is the third most traded currency in the world, and the most heavily traded currency in Asia. Due to its relatively low interest rates, the Japanese Yen is often used in carry trades with the Australian Dollar and the US Dollar. A carry trade is a strategy in which a currency with low interest rate is sold in order to buy a currency with a higher interest rate.
- Currency
- Japanese Yen
- Code
- JPY
- Symbol
- ¥
- One Australian dollar
- 109.3581 JPY
Bank notes
- ¥1000
- ¥2000
- ¥5000
- ¥10,000
Coins
- ¥1
- ¥5
- ¥10
- ¥50
- ¥100
- ¥500
We supply notes only. Coins are listed so you know what the change in your pocket is worth.
What things cost in Japan
The left column is what the guide records locally. The right column is that same figure through today’s rate — the arithmetic we would do for you at the counter, done here instead.
| Everyday price | Yen | Australian dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Sushi for two, with sake | 4,000 | A$36.58 |
| Tourist T-shirt | 3,500 | A$32.00 |
| Postcard and a stamp | 212 | A$1.94 |
Converted at 1 AUD = 109.3581 JPY, our online rate as at 19 Sep 2026, 08:28. Local prices are a guide to what you will pay, not a quote.
Before you go
- Bring plenty of physical cash! As one of the most traditionally oriented countries and the largest international user of physical currency, relying on travel cards is bound to run into difficulties.
- Get a Japan Rail Pass if you plan on visiting many Japanese cities! Japan has one of the most efficient public transport systems in the world, but such efficiency comes with a price. To save money, time and peace of mind, a Japan Rail Pass is strongly recommended
- Do not tip. It is considered particularily rude and unneccessary in Japanese culture. Simply pay and take the change that is returned to you.
- Dispose of rubbish at the same place where you bought it. Littering is especially egregious in Japan. Not to mention that the number of bins available in Japan is extremely limited
- Do not get physical when greeting or thanking people. Bowing is nationally recognised as a symbol of gratitude and respect, whereas handshakes or hugs are seen as especially awkward.
- Take your shoes off when entering special establishments. Many houses, hotels and religious sites require guests to remove shoes before entering. Slippers or thongs will come in very handy!
Japan, photographed
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Sagano Bamboo Forest — view full size
Sagano Bamboo Forest -
Akihabara — view full size
Akihabara -
Himeji Castle — view full size
Himeji Castle -
Tokyo Imperial Palace — view full size
Tokyo Imperial Palace -
Golden Pavilion — view full size
Golden Pavilion
Order your JPY before you fly
Order online at today’s rate and collect it at the Ringwood counter, or have it delivered. The rate on this page is the rate we transact at.