Japanese yen to US dollar (JPY to USD)
1 Japanese yen = 0.006326 US dollars on 19 Oct 2026 (daily reference rate). Over the past month it has moved −0.67% and over the past year −4.93%.
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Rate used: 1 JPY = 0.006326 USD, daily reference rate for 19 Oct 2026. This is a mid-market rate, not a quote from a bank or exchange.
JPY to USD chart
Japanese yen to US dollar conversion table
| JPY | USD |
|---|---|
| 100 JPY | 0.633 USD |
| 500 JPY | 3.16 USD |
| 1,000 JPY | 6.33 USD |
| 5,000 JPY | 31.63 USD |
| 10,000 JPY | 63.26 USD |
| 50,000 JPY | 316.32 USD |
| 100,000 JPY | 632.64 USD |
| 500,000 JPY | 3,163.21 USD |
| 1,000,000 JPY | 6,326.43 USD |
| 5,000,000 JPY | 31,632.13 USD |
| USD | JPY |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 158 JPY |
| 5 USD | 790 JPY |
| 10 USD | 1,581 JPY |
| 25 USD | 3,952 JPY |
| 50 USD | 7,903 JPY |
| 100 USD | 15,807 JPY |
| 500 USD | 79,034 JPY |
| 1,000 USD | 158,067 JPY |
| 5,000 USD | 790,336 JPY |
| 10,000 USD | 1,580,671 JPY |
How the rate has moved
| Period | Change in 1 JPY |
|---|---|
| 1 day | −0.11% |
| 1 week | +0.20% |
| 1 month | −0.67% |
| 3 months | +2.72% |
| 1 year | −4.93% |
| Since 2000 | −35.78% |
| 30-day average | 0.006332 USD |
About the JPY/USD rate
This page converts Japanese yen (JPY) into US dollars (USD). The Japanese yen is the currency of Japan and is issued by the Bank of Japan. The US dollar is the currency of the United States and is issued by the Federal Reserve.
The rate is the daily mid-market reference rate for 19 Oct 2026, compiled from open public exchange-rate data (history before March 2024 comes from the forex feed behind our forex pages, scaled to join smoothly). It is refreshed once a day, so it is a reference level, not a live quote. Over the last 12 months 1 JPY bought between 0.006104 (24 Jul 2026) and 0.006625 (21 Oct 2025) US dollars, and the 30-day average is 0.006332. Since 2000, when our history for this pair starts, 1 JPY has moved from 0.009851 to 0.006326 USD, a change of −35.78%.
When you exchange money, the rate you get depends on who you use. Banks, exchange companies, card networks and transfer services add a margin to the market rate. Treat this page as the reference and ask your provider for its quote before you send or convert money.
Interest rates behind the currencies
| Central bank | Policy rate | Last change |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of Japan (JPY) | 1.25% | 24 Sep 2026 |
| US Federal Reserve System (USD) | 3.88% | 17 Sep 2026 |
A wider gap between two countries' policy rates tends to favour the higher-yielding currency, though inflation, trade and capital flows matter too. All rates: central bank interest rates. Country pages: Japan, the United States
Frequently asked questions
What is the JPY to USD rate today?
On 19 Oct 2026 (the latest daily reference rate), 1 Japanese yen = 0.006326 US dollars. That is −0.11% against the previous close.
How much is 100 Japanese yen in US dollars?
At the latest rate, 100 JPY = 0.633 USD.
How much is 1 US dollar in Japanese yen?
At the latest rate, 1 USD = 158.07 JPY.
Is this the rate my bank or exchange will give me?
No. This is a mid-market reference rate for the day. Banks, exchange companies, card networks and transfer services quote their own buy and sell rates, which include a margin, so the rate you get can be a little worse than the one shown here.
How often is the rate updated?
Once a day. It is a daily reference rate, not a live quote, and the chart shows weekdays only.
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