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Japanese Yen (JPY)

The JPY is the official currency of Japan, with the symbol ¥.

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Japanese Yen to Australian Dollars: Exchange rates today

JPY
GBP
1 JPY0.00 GBP
10 JPY0.04 GBP
20 JPY0.09 GBP
50 JPY0.23 GBP
100 JPY0.47 GBP
250 JPY1.17 GBP
300 JPY1.41 GBP
500 JPY2.35 GBP
1,000 JPY4.70 GBP
2,000 JPY9.41 GBP
5,000 JPY23.53 GBP
10,000 JPY47.06 GBP
GBP
JPY
1 GBP210 JPY
10 GBP2,108 JPY
20 GBP4,217 JPY
50 GBP10,543 JPY
100 GBP21,087 JPY
250 GBP52,719 JPY
300 GBP63,263 JPY
500 GBP105,438 JPY
1,000 GBP211,238 JPY
2,000 GBP422,477 JPY
5,000 GBP1,056,194 JPY
10,000 GBP2,112,670 JPY

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Learn more about the Japanese Yen

  • History

    The Japanese Yen was established as the official currency of Japan in 1871. Its introduction was a key development for the nation, and it continues to be a central part of the economic landscape of both Japan and Asia. Check our guide about the evolution of JPY to GBP to learn more about their exchange rate history.
  • Characteristics

    The Japanese Yen is divided into Sen. You'll find Japanese Yen banknotes in 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000 yen and coins in 1, 5, 10, 50, 100, 500 yen.
  • Monetary policy

    The Japanese Yen is managed by the Bank of Japan, which is responsible for the currency's monetary policy and currency's value. This approach allows the currency to fluctuate based on market conditions, while the central bank retains the ability to intervene to maintain stability and control inflation. This strategic management is crucial for supporting the economic growth and stability of Japan.
  • Currency exchange

    The value of the Japanese Yen is determined by a floating exchange rate. This means its value can fluctuate based on global supply and demand, reflecting the country's economic strength and market conditions.

Facts table for the Japanese Yen (JPY)

Currency nameJapanese Yen
Currency codeJPY
Currency symbol

¥

Minor unit

Sen

Minor unit symbol-
Notes frequently used

1000, 2000, 5000, 10000 yen

Coins frequently used1, 5, 10, 50, 100, 500 yen
Central bank

Bank of Japan

Users

Japan

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