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Japanese yen
Currency of Japan
"Yen" redirects here. For other uses, see Yen (disambiguation).
| 日本円&#;(Japanese) | |
|---|---|
| Code | JPY (numeric: ) |
| Unit | Yen |
| Plural | The language(s) of this currency do(es) not have a morphological plural distinction. |
| Symbol | ¥&#; |
| Subunit | |
| &#;1 | None (since ) |
| &#;1&#; | Sen (銭) (before ) |
| Banknotes | |
| &#;Freq. used | ¥1,, ¥5,, ¥10, |
| &#;Rarely used | ¥2, |
| Coins | |
| &#;Freq. used | ¥1, ¥5, ¥10, ¥50, ¥, ¥ |
| User(s) | Japan |
| Central bank | Bank of Japan |
| &#;Website | |
| Printer | National Printing Bureau |
| &#;Website | |
| Mint | Japan Mint |
| &#;Website | |
| Inflation | % (December ) |
| &#;Source | Statistics Bureau of Japan[1] |
The yen (Japanese: 円, symbol: ¥; code: JPY) is the official currency of Japan. It is the third-most traded currency in the foreign exchange market, after the United States dollar and the euro.[2] It is also widely used as a third reserve currency after the US dollar and the euro.
The New Currency Act of introduced Japan's modern currency system, with the yen defined as &#;g ( troy ounces) of gold, or &#;g ( troy ounces) of silver, and divided decimally into sen
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Understanding the Currency of Japan: The Japanese Yen
Introduction to the Currency of Japan
Imagine you&#;re planning a trip to Japan, and you&#;re excited about exploring the bustling streets of Tokyo or the serene temples of Kyoto. But wait, what about the currency you&#;ll need? Let&#;s dive into the world of the Japanese yen, the official currency of Japan, and uncover its fascinating history and current role in the global economy.
Official Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
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The Japanese Yen: An Overview
Currency Code and Symbol
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Money in Japan
When traveling in Japan, visitors will need to use the Japanese currency. In our money guide, we outline the basics of using Japanese yen (¥, JPY), including denominations, exchange rates, and payment methods.
Japanese Yen
The official Japanese currency is the Japanese yen, represented by the currency code JPY and the currency symbol, ¥.
Locally in Japan, yen is pronounced “en” in Japanese and often accompanied by its kanji, 円, in everyday use.
The Japanese yen is available in 10 denominations, including six coins and four banknotes that you can read about in-depth in the denomination section.
How to Pay
As of , the number of ways to pay in Japan has proliferated—though cash is arguably still king.
Cash
Despite the widening use of credit- and debit cards, Japan is still predominantly considered a cash-based society which especially holds true in rural areas or when visiting small, independent businesses.
It’s always a good idea to have small denominations (10 yen and yen coins, as well as 1, yen notes) handy, as many ticket and vending machines will not accept larger denominations (especially 5, and 10, yen bil