Japanese Money

The Yen is the official currency of Japan. 1 Yen (JPY) = 100 sen. The Japanese currency is available in both paper Notes and Coins. For an instant online currency exchange rate click here.

Yen Exchange Rate Indicators as of October 2007

1 Australian Dollar -	106 Yen
1 British Pound -	237 Yen
1 Canadian Dollar -	119 Yen
1 Euro -	165 Yen
1 Swiss Franc -	99 Yen
1 US Dollar -	115 Yen

Currency Exchange in Japan

Foreign currencies and traveller’s cheques can be exchanged at banks, bureaux de change and airports, railway stations, ports & major hotels in Japan at the official exchange rates.

Credit & Debit Cards: American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted in Japan. Check with your credit or debit card company for details of merchant acceptability in Japan. ATMs are widely available.

Traveller Cheques: International traveller’s cheques in Stirling Pounds, Euro, US Dollars are widely accepted.

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Banks in Japan

Bank of Japan in Japan

HSBC Bank in Japan

Japanese Commercial Bank in Japan

Other High Street Banks in Japan

Online Banks in Japan

Banking Hours in Japan: Mon-Fri .

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Useful Travel Money Saving Tips

Travel Insurance: Buy your travel insurance for Japan direct from an Insurance Company than your travel agent. Click on Travel Insurance Companies in UK to compare and buy cheap travel insurance.

Mobile Phone Calls: Avoid mobile roaming charges, with an international SIM card for Japan. Receive FREE incoming and call UK for less by clicking here.

International Phone Cards: International calling cards for Japan can save you lots of money when calling home from Japan.

Credit and Debit Cards: Choosing the best credit or debit card to use on holiday can make a big difference.

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