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Don’t Forget to Buy Japanese Yen (JPY) Before Travelling to Japan

A trip to Japan means visiting a country that offers a unique blend of sprawling megacities, stunning natural landscapes, snow-capped peaks, and peaceful rural villages. Japan is also renowned for its technological innovation. This fascinating destination promises an unforgettable travel experience.

Before travelling, it is important to familiarise yourself with the local currency so that you are fully prepared. Japan’s official currency is the Japanese yen (JPY). For some purchases and activities, having cash on hand will be particularly useful. Although credit cards are widely accepted, cash remains the preferred method of payment for many transactions in Japan.

We therefore recommend preparing a travel budget before departure in order to estimate your expenses and determine how many euros you should exchange into Japanese yen.

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Practical Tips for Planning Your Budget

It is worth noting that tipping a waiter directly in Japan is generally considered impolite. However, offering a gratuity to the manager for distribution to staff is appreciated.

It is necessary to plan a daily budget for the trip that includes accommodation, meals, transport costs, activities and even the purchase of a few souvenirs. The hotel will cost around 1,350 yen, meals about 5,400 yen, bus/underground travel around 2,000 yen, and museum admission fees approximately 2,700 yen.

1,350 JPY

Average cost of one night's accommodation in Japan

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5,400 JPY

Average daily food budget per person

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Useful to Know

Typical Prices in Japan

transport

199–300 JPY

Public transport ticket

drink

250 JPY

Cup of coffee

museum

27,000 JPY

JR Pass (Japan Railways) – 7 days

500 JPY

Portion of takoyaki

car

400 JPY

Taxi journey

museum

620 JPY

Admission to the Tokyo National Museum

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Travel Suggestions

  • Kyoto: Kyoto remains Japan’s cultural, artistic, and intellectual capital. Here you can visit the famous Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), Nijo Castle, and the historic geisha district.
  • Nara: A visit to Nara offers the opportunity to discover some of Japan’s most magnificent historical monuments and temples.
  • Kanazawa: Head to Kanazawa to explore the beautiful traditional Japanese gardens for which the country is famous. You may also wish to purchase a handcrafted silk kimono as a memorable souvenir. Be sure to visit Kenroku-en Garden, widely regarded as one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan.
  • Exploring Beyond the Cities: Hiring a car allows you to travel further afield and admire Japan’s breathtaking landscapes, including the majestic Japanese Alps on routes towards destinations such as Gokayama.
  • Hakuba: For mountain sports enthusiasts, we recommend the renowned ski resort of Hakuba.
  • A City Preserved from Tokyo’s Great Fire: One historic city, spared from the Great Fire of Tokyo, is particularly worthy of a visit during your stay.

Facts About the Japanese Yen

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Japanese Yen Denominations

Banknotes:

  • 1,000 JPY
  • 2,000 JPY
  • 5,000 JPY
  • 10,000 JPY

Coins:

  • 1 JPY
  • 5 JPY
  • 10 JPY
  • 50 JPY
  • 100 JPY
  • 500 JPY

Origin of the Word “Yen”

The word yen originates from a mispronunciation of the Japanese character 円, which is pronounced en. The term arose from historical misunderstandings between classical Sino-Japanese writing and its pronunciation.

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Interesting Fact

The reverse side of the 5,000 yen banknote features Irises (Kakitsubata Flowers), a celebrated painting by Ogata Kōrin.

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Why Buy Japanese Yen (JPY) from Prosegur Change?

Prosegur Change and ChangeGroup operate currency exchange bureaux around the world, including throughout Spain. ChangeGroup offers competitive rates when exchanging euros for Japanese yen before your holiday.

Before exchanging money, check the latest exchange rate online through ChangeGroup’s website to benefit from preferential rates and 0% commission.

Short on time while planning your trip? Concerned about carrying too much foreign currency?

Take advantage of our Buy-Back Guarantee for just €6.95. This allows us to buy back any unused currency at the same conditions agreed when you originally purchased your Japanese yen, giving you added peace of mind before you travel.

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