JPY to EUR — today's rate explained
As of 2026-07-08, 1 Japanese Yen equals 0.005397 Euro at the mid-market exchange rate. This is the fairest reference rate — the midpoint between what buyers and sellers are paying on global currency markets.
Students, remote workers, and expatriates moving between Japan and the Eurozone use this pair to budget tuition, rent, and everyday expenses.
About the JPY and EUR
Japanese Yen (JPY, ¥): The Japanese Yen is the third most traded currency and is widely used as a funding currency in global carry trades. It is the official currency of Japan.
Euro (EUR, €): The Euro is the official currency of 20 European Union member states and the second most traded currency worldwide. It is used in the Eurozone.
What moves the JPY/EUR exchange rate?
Exchange rates respond to interest-rate decisions by central banks such as Bank of Japan and European Central Bank, inflation data, trade balances, and geopolitical events.
For JPY/EUR specifically, shifts in capital flows between Japan and the Eurozone, changes in commodity prices, and differences in economic growth rates all contribute to daily rate movements.
JPY to EUR — 30-day performance
Over the past 30 days, JPY/EUR traded between 0.005373 and 0.005446, with the pair losing 0.21% overall. The current rate of 0.005397 sits below the 30-day midpoint of 0.005410.
Historical context helps you judge whether today's rate is relatively strong or weak, but past performance does not predict future movements. Always compare the rate you are offered against the mid-market figure shown here.
How to get a better JPY to EUR rate
Banks and card providers typically add a 1–4% margin on top of the mid-market rate shown on this page, plus fixed transfer fees. Before exchanging JPY for EUR, compare the final amount you will receive — not just the headline rate.
For larger amounts, specialist money-transfer services often beat bank rates. For travel, prepaid multi-currency cards or local ATMs may offer competitive rates depending on your bank's foreign-transaction fees.