Japanese Yen to US Dollar exchange rate

As of 2026-07-08, 1 Japanese Yen equals 0.006162 US Dollar 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 United States use this pair to budget tuition, rent, and everyday expenses.

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.

US Dollar (USD, $): The US Dollar is the world's primary reserve currency and the most traded currency on global foreign-exchange markets. It is used in the United States.

Exchange rates respond to interest-rate decisions by central banks such as Bank of Japan and Federal Reserve, inflation data, trade balances, and geopolitical events.

For JPY/USD specifically, shifts in capital flows between Japan and the United States, changes in commodity prices, and differences in economic growth rates all contribute to daily rate movements.

Over the past 30 days, JPY/USD traded between 0.006143 and 0.006248, with the pair losing 1.21% overall. The current rate of 0.006162 sits below the 30-day midpoint of 0.006196.

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.

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 USD, 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.