Japanese Yen to South Korean Won (JPY/KRW) Exchange Rate Today
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JPY to KRW Conversion Table
Common amounts converted from Japanese Yen to South Korean Won at today's rate.
| Japanese Yen (JPY) | South Korean Won (KRW) |
|---|---|
| 1 JPY | — |
| 5 JPY | — |
| 10 JPY | — |
| 25 JPY | — |
| 50 JPY | — |
| 100 JPY | — |
| 250 JPY | — |
| 500 JPY | — |
| 1,000 JPY | — |
| 5,000 JPY | — |
| 10,000 JPY | — |
| 50,000 JPY | — |
How much South Korean Won will you actually receive?
Estimated cost to convert JPY 1,000 to KRW with different transfer services. Fees are sourced from published pricing pages and may vary by amount, payment method, and destination.
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| Typical bank Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| Bureau de change Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
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Planning a trip? What to know about JPY/KRW
If you are travelling and need South Korean Won, the mid-market rate on this page is your benchmark. Your bank, card, or bureau de change will add their own markup. Use the provider comparison table above to see how much you would actually receive. For practical tips on getting the best rate at your destination, see the travel advice section below.
JPY/KRW rate statistics
Is today's JPY/KRW rate good or bad?
We compare today's live Japanese Yen to South Korean Won mid-market rate against its 30-day and 52-week trading range. When the rate is near the top of its recent range, JPY holders get more South Korean Won per unit - a better time to convert. When it is near the bottom, you may want to watch and wait.
The Japanese yen is a safe-haven currency - it tends to strengthen during global market stress. Japan's ultra-low interest rate policy means the yen is often used as a funding currency, which amplifies its volatility during risk-on/risk-off shifts.
The live analysis below updates throughout market hours and shows exactly where today's rate sits in context.
What is the JPY/KRW exchange rate?
The JPY/KRW rate tracks how many South Korean Won one Japanese Yen buys. The yen is the world's third most-traded currency and a traditional safe haven. JPY pairs tend to move sharply during global market stress as investors repatriate capital into yen-denominated assets.
JPY is issued by the Bank of Japan (BOJ) (ranked 3rd globally - meaning it's the 3rd most bought and sold currency in the world). KRW is issued by the Bank of Korea (BOK) (ranked 11th). Full JPY profile | Full KRW profile
Japanese Yen to South Korean Won is commonly checked by K-culture fans, tech industry workers, and travellers to Seoul.
Is today's JPY/KRW rate good or bad?
The Japanese Yen to South Korean Won mid-market rate shown above is the reference price before any provider adds fees or markup. It is not a guaranteed quote - your bank, card issuer, or transfer service will offer a different rate that includes their margin.
On a typical conversion, banks add 2-4% to this rate. The gap between the mid-market rate and what you actually receive is the real cost of converting - often larger than any flat fee. Use the mid-market rate on this page as your benchmark, then compare what your bank or transfer provider actually delivers.
Converting Japanese Yen to South Korean Won? Read this first
Converting to Yen? Japan remains largely cash-based for everyday transactions. Budget for more cash than you would in Europe or the US. 7-Eleven ATMs accept most foreign cards. Bureau de change in Japan are surprisingly competitive compared to other countries.
Watch out: The JPY/KRW rate moves 24 hours a day on weekdays. If you are converting a meaningful amount, compare providers using the mid-market rate on this page as your benchmark.
Did you know?
- Japan's 500-yen coin is one of the highest-value coins in regular worldwide circulation, worth about $3.30.
Frequently asked questions
Is it better to use a card or withdraw cash for South Korean Won?
For most travelers, a card with no foreign transaction fee is the simplest and cheapest option - provided you always choose to pay in South Korean Won (the local currency) rather than Japanese Yen. Choosing your home currency triggers Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC), which typically adds 3-5% on top. If you need cash, withdraw from ATMs in-country rather than exchanging at airports.
Learn more
- Bank of Japan - Daily FX Rates - Official BOJ exchange rate data
- Bank of Korea - Exchange Rates - Official daily KRW rates
How this rate is calculated
We prefer a direct rate from our primary data source when one is available. If a direct quote is unavailable, we compute a cross-rate through a major intermediary currency (usually USD or EUR). When a rate is derived rather than directly quoted, we label it on the page. Full methodology.