Convert USD to JPY — Live Exchange Rate
Convert US Dollar ($) to Japanese Yen (¥) using the latest mid-market rate. 1 USD ≈ 161.6500 JPY.
1 USD =
161.65 JPY
1 USD =
161.6500 JPY
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USD to JPY conversion table
Rates as of 2026-06-26. Mid-market reference rate.
About converting US Dollar to Japanese Yen
US dollar to Japanese yen is a benchmark pair for global markets and a practical one for tourists visiting Japan, where prices in yen reach the thousands. The yen is treated as a safe-haven currency, so the USD/JPY rate often swings on global risk sentiment and on the wide interest-rate gap between the US and Japan.
The figures here use the mid-market rate — the rate banks use between themselves. When you actually exchange US Dollar for Japanese Yen, your provider adds a margin and may charge a fee, so the amount you receive is usually slightly below the headline rate. Comparing the all-in cost across providers, rather than the advertised rate alone, is the simplest way to keep more of your money.
Disclaimer: rates are for general information and estimation only and may be delayed. They are not a quote and not financial advice. Confirm the exact rate with your bank or a licensed provider before making a transaction.
Frequently asked questions
How much is 100 USD in JPY?
At the latest exchange rate, 100 US Dollar is about 16,165 JPY. Rates change continuously, so use the converter above for the current figure and the quick-reference table for other amounts.
Is now a good time to convert USD to JPY?
No tool can predict currency movements, and this page does not give financial advice. The yen is treated as a safe-haven currency, so the USD/JPY rate often swings on global risk sentiment and on the wide interest-rate gap between the US and Japan. If you have flexibility, compare the current mid-market rate with its recent range and watch the fee your provider charges.
How is the USD/JPY exchange rate determined?
The rate shown is the mid-market rate — the midpoint between buy and sell prices in the global currency market, sourced from European Central Bank reference data. Banks and apps add a margin to this rate, so the amount you actually receive is usually a little lower.
Why are Japanese yen prices so large compared to dollars?
One US dollar is worth many yen, so everyday prices in Japan are quoted in hundreds or thousands. A ¥1,000 lunch is roughly a single-digit dollar amount — use the quick-reference table above to build intuition before you travel.