1 US Dollar (USD) = 157.94 Japanese Yen (JPY)
1 JPY = 0.006332 USD
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Convert USD to JPY
| US Dollar (USD) | Japanese Yen (JPY) |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 157.94 JPY |
| 5 USD | 789.68 JPY |
| 10 USD | 1,579.36 JPY |
| 25 USD | 3,948.41 JPY |
| 50 USD | 7,896.82 JPY |
| 100 USD | 15,793.63 JPY |
| 500 USD | 78,968.17 JPY |
| 1,000 USD | 157,936.33 JPY |
| 5,000 USD | 789,681.65 JPY |
| 10,000 USD | 1,579,363.30 JPY |
Convert JPY to USD
| Japanese Yen (JPY) | US Dollar (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1 JPY | 0.01 USD |
| 5 JPY | 0.03 USD |
| 10 JPY | 0.06 USD |
| 25 JPY | 0.16 USD |
| 50 JPY | 0.32 USD |
| 100 JPY | 0.63 USD |
| 500 JPY | 3.17 USD |
| 1,000 JPY | 6.33 USD |
| 5,000 JPY | 31.66 USD |
| 10,000 JPY | 63.32 USD |
USD to JPY rate, last 30 days
Over the last 30 days, 1 USD ranged from 156.84 to 158.65 JPY (-0.11%).
USD to JPY performance
Over the past year the US Dollar has strengthened against the Japanese Yen: one USD now buys 2.43% more JPY than it did. Since Nov 1, 2025 the rate has ranged from 152.70 (Feb 15, 2026) to 163.87 (Jul 23, 2026). Today's rate is 3.6% below that high. Over the last month it moved an average of 0.13% per day.
| 7 days | 30 days | 90 days | 1 year |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.28% | +0.05% | +0.13% | +2.43% |
Change in the value of 1 USD measured in JPY, based on daily closing rates.
What exchange rate markups cost on USD to JPY
At today's mid-market rate, 1,000 USD converts to 157,936.33 JPY. Most banks and card providers do not give you this rate; they add a markup instead of, or as well as, a fee.
| Markup on the rate | You receive | Hidden cost |
|---|---|---|
| None (mid-market) | 157,936.33 JPY | - |
| 0.5% | 157,146.65 JPY | 789.68 JPY |
| 1% | 156,356.97 JPY | 1,579.36 JPY |
| 2% | 154,777.60 JPY | 3,158.73 JPY |
| 3% | 153,198.24 JPY | 4,738.09 JPY |
To compare providers, ask how much JPY will arrive for the same amount of USD, after all fees. The closer it is to the mid-market figure, the cheaper the transfer.
About the US Dollar and the Japanese Yen
US Dollar (USD)
The currency of the United States, issued by the Federal Reserve. Symbol: $. It is the world's main reserve currency and is used to price most commodities and cryptocurrencies.
Japanese Yen (JPY)
The currency of Japan, issued by the Bank of Japan. Symbol: ¥. The yen is usually quoted without decimals and is seen as a safe-haven currency in times of market stress.
What moves the USD/JPY rate
- Interest rate decisions by the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan. Higher rates tend to attract investment and strengthen a currency.
- Inflation and economic growth in the United States compared with Japan.
- Trade balances and capital flows between the two economies.
- Global risk appetite: in times of stress, investors move into safe-haven currencies such as the US dollar, Swiss franc and Japanese yen.
Frequently asked questions
How much is 1 USD in JPY today?+
1 US Dollar (USD) is 157.94 Japanese Yen (JPY) as of Nov 2, 2026, 6:10 AM UTC. Sonic Wallet refreshes this exchange rate every hour.
How much is 100 USD in JPY?+
100 USD is about 15,793.63 JPY, and 1,000 USD is about 157,936.33 JPY at the current mid-market rate.
How much is 1 JPY in USD?+
1 Japanese Yen (JPY) is 0.006332 US Dollar (USD).
What was the highest USD to JPY rate in the last 30 days?+
Over the last 30 days the USD to JPY rate ranged from a low of 156.84 to a high of 158.65, a change of -0.11%.
Is this the exchange rate I will get?+
The rates shown are indicative mid-market rates, the midpoint between buy and sell prices on global currency markets. Banks and transfer services usually add a markup. Sonic Wallet shows you the exact rate and fee before you send money.
What was the highest USD to JPY rate in the past year?+
In the past 52 weeks the USD to JPY rate peaked at 163.87 on Jul 23, 2026 and fell as low as 152.70 on Feb 15, 2026.
Is the US Dollar getting stronger against the Japanese Yen?+
Over the past year the US Dollar has strengthened against the Japanese Yen: one USD now buys 2.43% more JPY than it did.
What affects the USD/JPY exchange rate?+
Mainly the difference between interest rates set by the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan, inflation and growth in the United States compared with Japan, trade flows, and global risk appetite.
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