Japan Travel Guide: Foreign Currency Exchange at Japan Post and Banks

If you’re traveling to Japan and planning to exchange foreign currency at Japan Post or Japan Post Bank , you should know that they no longer provide foreign currency exchange services.

Previously, some Japan Post branches and Japan Post Bank locations offered currency exchange, but:

Japan Post ended this service in December 2020

Japan Post Bank followed, ending it in December 2021

Additionally, Japan Post ATMs have never supported foreign currency exchange.

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Where Can You Exchange Foreign Currency in Japan?

Currently, you can exchange foreign currency at:
・Currency exchange counters at airports (available at major international airports)
・Banks (some banks have stopped offering this service, so check in advance)
・Foreign currency exchange machines (found in some cities and airports)

※Many banks in Japan have stopped providing currency exchange services recently. It’s best to confirm in advance to avoid inconvenience.

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Tips for Foreign Currency Exchange in Japan

・Exchange some Japanese yen before arriving in Japan for convenience.
・Use airport exchange counters if you need cash immediately.
・Check if your credit/debit card works in Japan for withdrawals.
・Consider online or app-based currency exchange services.

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Summary

Japan Post and Japan Post Bank no longer offer currency exchange services.

Japan Post stopped in December 2020, and Japan Post Bank followed in December 2021.

Currency exchange is available at airports, banks, and exchange machines.

Check ahead, as some banks have stopped currency exchange services.