Yen (JPY) to US Dollar (USD) converter
Track the exchange rate
of the yen / us dollar exchange rate
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Rates shown for information only. Sources: European Central Bank daily reference rates (via Frankfurter) and CurrencyLayer.
- Over one year
- − 3.8 %
- Over 3 months
- + 2.3 %
- Over 30 days
- − 3.1 %
Where the rate sits over one year
0.00632
One-year low 0.00610 One-year high 0.00665
Figures computed on 11.10.2026 from European Central Bank reference rates.
The technical picture
of the JPY / USD rate
Over twelve months, the JPY / USD rate has given up 3.8 %. It currently sits around the middle of that range.
The JPY / USD rate has turned around: up over three months, it has been giving ground for the past thirty days. The month runs against the quarter, which usually marks a turning point rather than a passing move. It is one of the liveliest pairs we cover.
The yen halts the dollar’s advance
The greenback saw its winning streak come to an end late in the week against the Japanese currency. After four consecutive sessions of gains, the dollar retreated on Friday against
Written from the weekly analysis by Jean-Marc Sabet, published on 27.09.2026. Read it in full: Taux US à 5%, BNS à 0% : le grand écart qui affaiblit le franc.
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The most traded exchange
rate in history
Three hundred and sixty yen, by administrative decision
Few exchange rates have been decided in meetings as often as dollar-yen. In 1949 the American economist Joseph Dodge, charged with rebuilding the post-war Japanese economy, set the parity at 360 yen to the dollar. The figure held for twenty-two years, until the Nixon shock of 1971.
Then came the most spectacular moment. On 22 September 1985 the finance ministers of the five main economies met at the Plaza hotel in New York. They agreed to weaken the dollar in a concerted way. In two years the yen went from 240 to 120 to the dollar: it doubled in value.
What the Plaza accord left behind
Japan paid for that appreciation with a recession among its exporters, to which the Bank of Japan replied with very low rates, one of the ingredients of the bubble that burst in 1990. The Plaza accord is the only case where a major exchange rate was moved by half through an explicit political decision.
That is why the market still watches, today, the slightest statement from the Japanese finance ministry about the level of the yen. Direct interventions are rare, a few days in 2022 and 2024, but the possibility never leaves the screens.
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Frequently asked questions about JPY / USD exchange
The JPY / USD converter
6 questionsWhat is the b-sharpe JPY / USD currency converter for?
The b-sharpe JPY / USD currency converter displays the interbank market rate in real time, updated every 5 minutes. This is the gross rate without any added fees, used as a reference to evaluate the real value of your exchange. You can also view the 30-day graphical evolution to visualise rate volatility. To convert your JPY to USD at the best rate, visit change your currency
How do I use the b-sharpe JPY / USD currency converter?
Enter your amount in JPY, choose USD as the target currency and view the market rate in real time. If you want to convert to another currency, simply change the currencies directly on the converter.
Is the JPY / USD rate updated in real time?
Yes, the JPY / USD rate is updated in real time according to the interbank market. It reflects market conditions at the time of your simulation. Once your conversion is started, you can lock it for 48 hours.
How is the JPY / USD exchange rate calculated?
The exchange rate is based on the average interbank market rate, which reflects the balance between supply and demand on global financial markets. It is updated in real time to guarantee an accurate and up-to-date estimate.
Does the JPY / USD rate displayed on the converter include fees?
No. The rate displayed on the b-sharpe converter is the interbank rate, i.e. the market rate without any added fees. This is the purest reference value, the one banks use among themselves. The rate you will get when making a real exchange through b-sharpe includes transaction fees from 0.12%, which allows savings of up to 80% compared to banks.
Does the converter take weekends into account?
The foreign exchange market is closed at weekends. Rates displayed on Saturday and Sunday are indicative and non-contractual. If you fix a rate on Friday, the 48-hour window applies normally, and conversions resume on Monday morning.
Exchanging JPY / USD with b-sharpe
8 questionsWhat is the difference between this converter and a real exchange?
The converter displays the global interbank rate without fees. However, to carry out a real exchange of yen to us dollar, the financial institution you use (bank or platform) will add a margin. At b-sharpe, our applied exchange rate includes very low transaction fees (from 0.12%), which are significantly lower than those of traditional banks.
Why convert yen with b-sharpe rather than my bank?
Banks often apply hidden margins of up to 2% on the exchange rate. With b-sharpe, fees start from 0.12% and are always based on the interbank rate. In addition, you always have visibility on the exact amount you will receive before confirming. This saves you up to 80% on your transaction fees.
Can I lock the rate I see now?
The online converter displays the market rate in real time without fees, for simulation purposes. To lock a rate and initiate a transaction, simply create a free account on b-sharpe. From your client area, you can lock your rate for 48 hours. You will then have full visibility of the final amount to be received, including our transaction fees (from 0.12%): no surprises, you receive exactly the displayed amount. You can also set up rate alerts to be notified when the JPY / USD rate reaches your desired threshold.
How long does a transfer from Switzerland to Europe or internationally take?
Once the conversion has been confirmed and your funds received, the transfer is executed within 24 to 48 working hours depending on the currencies involved for Europe, and 48 to 72 hours for the rest of the world.
Is my money safe?
b-sharpe is a Swiss financial intermediary, affiliated to SO-FIT, a self-regulatory organisation recognised by the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA). Your funds are received into a Swiss bank account, separate from b-sharpe’s own funds, and covered by insurance of CHF 5 million against fraud and hacking.
Is there a minimum amount to exchange currencies?
No, there is no minimum amount required for a one-off transaction. You only pay when you exchange: no fixed fees, no subscriptions.
What other currencies can I convert?
b-sharpe offers more than 23 currencies, covering the essential needs in Europe, North America and Asia: CHF, EUR, USD, GBP, AED, JPY, CAD, MAD and many others.
How do I create a b-sharpe account?
Registration is free, with no commitment, and you only pay when you carry out a currency exchange transaction. For individuals, the process is carried out entirely online in less than 10 minutes. For businesses, you complete your information in 2 minutes, and an account manager will contact you within 24 hours.