Most travellers prefer to buy JPY online in Australia before leaving, as you can secure a locked-in exchange rate and avoid higher fees. However, withdrawing some cash in Japan can also be convenient.
The best time to buy Japanese yen depends on the AUD to JPY exchange rate, which moves daily with market conditions. Travellers can save money by monitoring rate trackers, comparing online services, and locking in competitive exchange rates ahead of their trip. It’s often cheaper to buy yen in Australia before travelling, rather than exchanging money at the airport or on arrival in Japan.
The yen includes coins (¥1, ¥5, ¥10, ¥50, ¥100, ¥500) and banknotes (¥1,000, ¥2,000, ¥5,000, ¥10,000).
JPY is the official currency code for the Japanese yen, which is Japan’s official currency. Represented by the symbol “¥”, it is one of the most traded currencies in the world and widely accepted across the country. Yen comes in both banknotes and coins, making it essential for travellers heading to both cities and rural areas of Japan.
The US dollar (USD) is the most widely traded currency in the world. It’s often used in international transactions, business, and travel. Because of this, it’s considered a stable and recognised currency, making it easy to buy, spend, and sell USD almost anywhere.
Yes. If you have extra American dollars after your USA adventure, you can visit a currency exchange store or online provider to sell foreign currency back into AUD. Some providers even allow you to do this through online services.
Like all reputable money exchanges, we are registered with AUSTRAC and regulated by the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC).
S Money complies with the relevant laws pertaining to privacy, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism finance. This means you are required to provide I.D. when you place an order. It also means the order must be paid for by the same person ordering the currency and you must show your identification again when receiving your order.
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