Buy Japanese Yen online
Buy Japanese Yen online and pay no commission. Home delivery or pick up at John Lewis or Waitrose.
Pound to Japanese Yen exchange
Minimum order £250 - Maximum £2,500
How to buy Japanese Yen
Renowned for seamlessly blending ancient traditions with modern technology, Japan is a nation where serene natural landscapes complement bustling cityscapes. Before you set off on your visit, it might pay to exchange your pounds to Japanese yen online. It's a convenient way to ensure you have your travel money money ready for your journey.
Competitive rates
We monitor the currency exchange market daily to ensure we offer you great rates for our most popular currencies.
Delivered to you
Order online before 3pm to get next working day home delivery or Click & Collect at a Waitrose or John Lewis near you. Orders placed Friday after 3pm are delivered Tuesday. Remote locations may take up to 3 working days to arrive.
Commission free-fees
You never have to pay a commission fee when you buy currency from us.
Exploring the ‘Land of the Rising Sun’
A visit to Japan promises unique experiences, delicious cuisine, and maybe a cherry blossom tree or two if you’re visiting in Spring.
Whether you're there to enjoy the bright lights of Shibuya in Tokyo, explore the historical wonders of Kyoto or keen to grab a hot steaming bowl of fresh ramen in Osaka, Japan has so much to offer with a treasure trove of experiences waiting to be discovered.
Sell your leftover Japanese Yen
After your trip, you can sell Japanese yen banknotes you have left over (as long as we keep your currency in stock and we can accept your denominations), and we’ll exchange them back into pounds. Just pop into your nearest John Lewis Bureau de Change with a valid ID and your spare Japanese yen to sell back.
Travel money FAQs
How much cash can I take into Japan?
There is no limit on the amount of cash you can bring into or take out of Japan. However, if you are carrying the equivalent of more than 1 million yen (approximately £5000), you will need to declare the amount to customs.
Will the rate be the same in the Bureau?
Exchange rates online may vary from those offered in-store.
You can check today’s online rates on our main currency page. Today’s in-store buy and sell rates can be found on the Bureau de Change store locator. page.
What is the minimum and maximum order?
For online orders, you can buy between £250 to £2,500 worth of Japanese yen.
A delivery fee of £5.50 applies to orders below £500 and is free for orders £500 or more.
John Lewis Money, John Lewis Finance and John Lewis & Partners Bureau de Change are trading names of John Lewis plc.
John Lewis plc introduces the panel of carefully chosen providers in Bureau de Change products and services, who each hold the appropriate licences with the Financial Conduct Authority and HMRC.
Travel Money online from John Lewis Money, John Lewis Finance, and John Lewis & Partners, is provided by First Rate Exchange Services Limited (company number: 04287490 and Money Service Business licence number: MLR-64068). Registered office: Botanica, Ditton Park, Riding Court Road, Datchet, Berkshire, SL3 9LL, England.