JPY to KRW — Japanese Yen to Korean Won

Q: Where is the best place to exchange JPY in Korea?

Licensed money exchange booths in Myeongdong (Seoul) usually offer the best cash rates for most currencies. Incheon Airport kiosks are convenient but have wider spreads. For card-friendly spending, Wise and Revolut debit cards use near-interbank rates.

1 JPY=₩9.29

+0.08% 24h

As of 2026-04-17 · ECB reference rate

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From

929

Reference rates from ECB. Actual bank/cash rates differ (typically ~1-3%).

3-Month JPY/KRW Trend

Typical — within 0.7% of 3-month average (₩9)

90-day low

₩9

Average

₩9

90-day high

₩10

JPY to KRW Quick Reference

JPY	KRW
1 JPY	₩9
10 JPY	₩93
50 JPY	₩465
100 JPY	₩929
500 JPY	₩4,647
1,000 JPY	₩9,295
5,000 JPY	₩46,473
10,000 JPY	₩92,945

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 JPY in Korean Won today?

1 JPY equals approximately ₩9 Korean Won as of 2026-04-17. This is the ECB reference rate; retail cash rates typically differ by 1–3%.

Where is the best place to exchange JPY in Korea?

Licensed exchange booths in Myeongdong (Seoul) usually offer the best cash rates. Incheon Airport kiosks are convenient but have wider spreads. For card-friendly spending, Wise and Revolut debit cards use near-interbank rates.

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Can I use JPY cash in Korea?

Korean merchants accept only Korean Won (₩). You must exchange JPY to KRW at a bank, licensed booth, or ATM before spending. A few tourist hotspots display USD-friendly prices but still settle in KRW.

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Exchange rates from the European Central Bank via Frankfurter, updated weekdays around 16:00 CET. Weekends retain Friday's rate. KoreaRoute does not provide financial advice, verify current retail rates with your bank or licensed exchange before transacting.