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Yen To Usd Calculator

Updated Jul 27, 2026 By Jehan Wadia
Rate Formulas
¥1 JPY = 0.006452 USD
$1 USD = ¥155.00 JPY
Mid-market rate · Last updated: 00:00 UTC
Reference rate Loading live feed…
Digits and one decimal point only. Commas are allowed.
Digits and one decimal point only. Commas are allowed.

1.00 JPY = 0.00645200 USD

Step-by-Step Solution

Quick-Reference Conversion Tables

Japanese Yen to US Dollars at the current mid-market rate
Japanese Yen (JPY) US Dollar (USD)
US Dollars to Japanese Yen at the current mid-market rate
US Dollar (USD) Japanese Yen (JPY)

Historical Rate Statistics

JPY to USD mid-market rate statistics by time window
Metric Last 7 Days Last 30 Days Last 90 Days

JPY / USD Rate History

Focus the chart and press the left or right arrow keys to read individual data points.

Introduction

This Yen to USD calculator changes Japanese yen (JPY) into US dollars (USD) in a second. Type an amount, and you get the answer right away. You can also flip it around and change dollars back into yen with the Swap button.

The tool uses the mid-market rate. That is the middle point between the buy price and the sell price, and it is the rate you see in the news. Banks and apps often add a fee on top, so your real payout may be a bit lower.

You also get a step-by-step solution that shows the math, quick tables for common amounts like ¥1,000 or ¥10,000, high and low rates for the last 7, 30, and 90 days, and a chart of the JPY/USD rate going back up to 5 years.

Use it to plan a trip to Japan, check the price of an item from a Japanese shop, send money, or track how the yen is moving. For other currency pairs, try our Currency Calculator, the Euro to USD Calculator, or the Pounds to Dollars Calculator.

How to use our Yen to USD Calculator

Type how much money you have in one box, and our yen to dollar converter shows the matching amount in the other currency right away, using the live mid-market exchange rate.

Japanese Yen (JPY): Enter the yen amount you want to change into dollars. You can type digits, a decimal point, and commas, like 10,000. The US dollar box updates as you type.

US Dollar (USD): Enter a dollar amount here instead if you want to go the other way. The calculator divides by the rate and fills in the yen box for you.

Swap: Press this button to flip the direction of the conversion between JPY to USD and USD to JPY.

Copy: Press Copy next to either box to save that number to your clipboard.

Calculate and Reset: Press Calculate to redo the math with the newest rate. Press Reset to clear your entry and start again at ¥1,000.

Chart time period (48H, 1W, 1M, 6M, 12M, 5Y): Pick a button to see how the JPY/USD rate has moved over that span of time. To measure a move in percent terms, our Percent Change Calculator pairs well with these figures.

Below the boxes you get a step-by-step solution, quick conversion tables, high, low, and average rate stats, and a rate history chart.

Yen to US Dollar Conversion Explained

The Japanese yen (JPY, symbol ¥) is the money used in Japan. The US dollar (USD, symbol $) is the money used in the United States. Changing yen into dollars means using an exchange rate — the price of one currency in terms of the other. Because the yen has a small value per unit, one yen is worth only a fraction of a cent, so rates are shown with many decimal places.

How the Math Works

There are two ways to write the same rate:

  • USD per 1 JPY — a small number like 0.0065. Multiply your yen by this to get dollars.
  • JPY per 1 USD — a big number like 155. Divide your yen by this to get dollars, or multiply your dollars by it to get yen.

News reports usually quote the second one, "USD/JPY." So if you hear "the yen is at 155," that means $1 buys ¥155. It is the same idea as any other ratio — one number expressed in units of another.

What Is the Mid-Market Rate?

The mid-market rate sits halfway between the price banks will buy a currency for and the price they will sell it for. It is the fair, real rate you see on financial sites. It is the best number to use for planning, but it is not always the rate you get. Banks, airport kiosks, and card companies add a markup or a fee, so you usually receive a little less. Airport counters are often the worst deal. You can size up a quoted spread with our Markup Calculator or measure it in basis points using the BPS Calculator.

Why the Rate Keeps Moving

The yen–dollar rate changes every second that markets are open. The biggest driver is the gap between interest rates set by the Bank of Japan and the US Federal Reserve. When US rates are much higher than Japanese rates, money flows to dollars and the yen gets weaker (the USD/JPY number goes up). See how rate gaps compound over time with our interest rate calculator. Trade, oil prices, and world news matter too. The yen is seen as a "safe haven," so it often gets stronger when investors are nervous. Inflation on both sides also shifts buying power over the long run — the Inflation Calculator shows that effect.

Quick Tips

  • Yen has no cents in daily use, so prices are whole numbers like ¥1,000.
  • A fast rough check: divide yen by 100 to get a rough dollar figure, then trim a bit. ¥10,000 ≈ $100 minus a little.
  • Rates change daily, so check again before you send money or travel.
  • Compare the rate you are offered against the mid-market rate to see the real cost of a transfer.
  • Trading the pair rather than just converting it? The Pip Calculator, Lot Size Calculator, Position Size Calculator, and Forex Profit Calculator handle the trade math.
  • Heading to Japan? Budget the trip with our Budget Calculator and compare prices between countries using the Cost of Living Calculator.

Formulas used

JPY to USD conversion
\text{USD} = \text{JPY} \times r
USD to JPY conversion
\text{JPY} = \frac{\text{USD}}{r}
Inverse rate (yen per dollar)
r^{-1} = \frac{1}{r}
Average rate over a period
\bar{r} = \frac{1}{n}\sum_{i=1}^{n} r_i
Percent change over a period
\%\,\Delta = \frac{r_{\text{last}} - r_{\text{first}}}{r_{\text{first}}} \times 100
Volatility (coefficient of variation)
V = \frac{\sigma}{\bar{r}} \times 100, \quad \sigma = \sqrt{\frac{1}{n}\sum_{i=1}^{n}(r_i - \bar{r})^2}
Historical value of entered yen amount
\text{USD}_{\text{stat}} = A_{\text{JPY}} \times r_{\text{stat}}

Frequently asked questions

Where does the exchange rate in this calculator come from?

The rate comes from a live feed built on European Central Bank reference rates. If that feed cannot load, the tool shows a backup reference rate instead. The banner at the top tells you which one you are seeing:

  • Live feed — fresh data from the feed.
  • Reference rate — offline backup numbers.

How often does the rate update?

The feed posts one rate per business day. Reload the page or press Calculate to pull the newest number. The banner shows the last update time in UTC and the quote date.

Why does the rate look the same on Saturday and Sunday?

Currency markets close on weekends and on some holidays. No new rate is posted, so the calculator keeps showing the last business day's rate until markets open again.

Why is the amount my bank gives me smaller than this?

This tool uses the mid-market rate with no fees added. Banks, apps, and exchange counters add a markup and sometimes a flat fee. Expect to get a few percent less than the number here. Compare the rate you are offered with the one shown to see the true cost.

How much is ¥10,000 in US dollars?

Type 10,000 in the yen box and read the dollar box. As a rough guide, if $1 equals ¥155, then ¥10,000 is about $64.50. The quick tables also list ¥10,000 for you.

How many yen do I get for $100?

Type 100 in the US dollar box. The yen box fills in for you. If $1 equals ¥155, then $100 is about ¥15,500.

Why does the dollar answer show six decimal places?

One yen is worth much less than one cent. For small yen amounts, two decimals would round the answer to $0.00. Extra decimals keep the answer useful. Amounts of $10 or more show normal cents.

Can I convert very large amounts, like ¥1,000,000?

Yes. There is no limit. Type the number with or without commas. The quick table also shows ¥1,000,000 and $1,000,000 rows.

What does the Volatility row in the stats table mean?

Volatility shows how much the rate bounced around in that period, as a percent. A low number means a calm, steady rate. A high number means big swings, so the price you get could change fast.

What does % Change mean in the statistics table?

It compares the first rate in the period with the latest rate. Green with an up arrow means the yen gained value against the dollar. Red with a down arrow means the yen lost value.

What is the Converted Value tab for?

It takes the yen amount you typed and shows what it would have been worth in dollars at the high, low, and average rates for each period. It answers the question: would I have gotten more dollars last month?

Can I check a rate from a past date?

Not for one exact day. The calculator converts at today's rate. You can still see past highs, lows, and averages in the statistics table, and hover over the chart to read the rate on any day going back 5 years.

Can I use the chart without a mouse?

Yes. Tab to the chart, then press the left and right arrow keys to move point by point. Press Home or End to jump to the first or last point. Each point is read out with its date and rate.

Is this calculator free to use?

Yes. It is free, needs no sign-up, and works on phones, tablets, and computers. Nothing you type is saved.

Can I use this rate for taxes or customs forms?

No. Tax agencies and customs offices set their own official rates for the year or the day. Use this tool for planning and quick checks, then use the official rate on any form you file.

Should I change my money in the US or in Japan?

You usually get a better rate in Japan, at a bank or an ATM, than at a home-country exchange desk. Airport counters give the worst rates almost everywhere. Cards with no foreign fee are often the cheapest choice.

Why did my number change when I typed a letter?

The boxes accept digits, one decimal point, and commas only. Anything else is stripped out and a red warning appears. Clear the box and type the number again.

What does the Reset button do?

It clears your entry, sets the yen box back to ¥1,000, switches the chart back to the 1M view, and returns the tables to the first tab.

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