About Japanese Yen Exchange
The Japanese Yen (JPY) is the official currency of Japan and one of the most widely traded currencies in the global foreign exchange market. We accept all denominations of Japanese Yen banknotes and coins, including older series and damaged notes.
Current Japanese Yen Banknotes
The current series of Japanese Yen banknotes features beautifully detailed designs celebrating Japan’s cultural and historical heritage, with advanced security features including holograms, colour-shifting ink, and microprinting. We accept all current denominations, including the ¥10,000 note and the ¥1,000 note, as well as everything in between. Worth noting is the ¥2,000 note, a genuine rarity that many exchanges overlook — we accept it at our standard current-series rate.
Old Series & Damaged Notes
Unlike most high street exchanges, we buy withdrawn Japanese Yen banknotes, including historic issues such as the ¥10,000 note issued in 1958 and earlier pieces such as the ¥1 banknote first issued in 1885. We also accept damaged notes, provided they remain at least 50% intact. The rate offered for old and damaged notes is slightly lower than for current series, but it is usually the only realistic way to convert them into sterling.
Japanese Yen Coins
We accept all circulating Japanese Yen coin denominations, including the ¥500 coin and the ¥100 coin, as well as the smaller denominations right down to the ¥1 piece. Most UK banks and travel money services refuse foreign coins altogether, so sending yours to us is often the only practical option. Rates for coins are slightly lower than for banknotes due to the additional handling involved.
Why Exchange With Us?
- Competitive exchange rates updated daily
- Accept coins and damaged notes that banks won’t take
- We verify your currency and pay you within 5 working days
- No hidden fees or charges