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JPY to USD - Japanese Yen to US Dollar Converter

Convert Japanese Yen to US Dollar with daily ECB exchange rates

1 JPY = ~0.006434 USD (rates vary)

Rates verified daily from ECB official reference rates•Source: European Central Bank (16:00 CET daily)•For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

Quick Insight

JPY and USD usually drift in a mild band. For quick estimates, ¥10,000 is roughly $70–$90 depending on market conditions.

Use 1,000 JPY ≈ 7–9 USD as a rough guideline; adjust with live quotes.

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Common JPY - USD Conversions

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Forex Market Hours

Sydney
22:00 - 07:00 UTC
Active
Tokyo
00:00 - 09:00 UTC
Closed
London
08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Closed
New York
13:00 - 22:00 UTC
Closed

Most volatile: London-NY overlap (13:00-17:00 GMT). Best spreads during high liquidity hours.

Upcoming High Impact Events

US Non-Farm Payrolls
First Friday of month
High Impact
USD pairs
ECB Rate Decision
Every 6 weeks
Medium Impact
EUR pairs

These are typical recurring economic events. Actual dates, times, and market impacts may vary. This information is for general awareness only and should not be used as the sole basis for financial decisions. Always verify current schedules from official central bank sources.

Tips & Recommendations

  • 1Airport exchange bureaus often have higher markups (10-15%) compared to other options
  • 2ATMs with local bank cards typically offer rates closer to mid-market rates
  • 3Paying in local currency helps avoid dynamic currency conversion (DCC) fees
  • 4Notifying your bank before travel can help prevent unexpected card blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

Monetary policy from the Bank of Japan and the Federal Reserve, inflation differentials, trade balances, global risk sentiment, and political events all shape the pair. Rates move as markets reassess relative economic strength and policy paths.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

Japan and the United States engage in substantial bilateral trade, with the USD/JPY rate affecting import costs, export competitiveness, and cross-border investment. The rate also influences pricing strategies for Japanese and American firms operating abroad.

Key Rate Factors

  • •Bank of Japan and Federal Reserve policy implications
  • •Inflation differentials between the US and Japan
  • •Trade balance and tariffs in transpacific trade
  • •Political stability and fiscal policy in both regions
  • •Global risk sentiment and capital flows into safe-haven USD

Central Banks

Bank of Japan
Tokyo, Japan
Sets monetary policy for Japan, guiding inflation targets and money supply to maintain price stability.
Federal Reserve System
Washington, D.C., USA
The US central bank. Sets interest rates, manages inflation, and acts as lender of last resort for American banks.

Exchange rates fluctuate continuously. This converter provides indicative rates for informational purposes. For large transactions, consult with a licensed financial professional.

Rates sourced from European Central Bank reference rates. ECB Reference Rates

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