Exchange your pounds to Japanese yen with Sainsbury’s Bank
Japan enchants tourists with its totally unique cities, spectacular gardens and ancient temples. Don’t waste a second in this extraordinary place and order your Japanese yen before you travel.
Whether you’re there to climb the breathtaking Mount Fuji or visit the temples of Kyoto, make sure you’re prepared with your yen so you can hit the ground running.
Why buy Japanese yen currency from us?
- Better pound to yen exchange rates for Nectar members*
- 0% commission yen currency
- Buy Japanese yen online for collection at an instore bureau
- FREE home delivery on cash orders of £400 or more**
Pound to Japanese yen – how much will I get?
At Sainsbury’s Bank you’ll get competitive exchange rates on pound to yen, and over 50 different currencies. So, if you want to extend your holiday into a multi-stop trip – we’ve got you covered.
To check the current pound to yen exchange rate, use our currency converter. Just bear in mind that the rates may vary depending on whether you buy your Japan currency online, instore or over the phone.
If you’re a Nectar member you can unlock our best rates*. We also never charge commission when you convert sterling to yen – or any other currency.
How to order your Japanese yen currency
Order online
Buying currency for your trip to Japan online is easy and quick. All you need to do is head to our website and place your order. Choose whether to have it delivered to your home or collect at your nearest travel money bureau.
Visit us
Locate your nearest Sainsbury’s Bank Travel Money Bureau, where a member of our team will be happy to help. You could even time it with your weekly shop.
Don’t forget that Nectar members get our best rates*. So, what are you waiting for? Head instore to convert your pounds to yen today.
Travel Money Card
Take your Japanese yen on a Sainsbury's Bank Travel Money Card. Just it load it up with yen currency and use it as you would a normal debit card.
It’s convenient to use, and you can manage it on the go with our app. You can use chip and pin, contactless and withdraw from ATMs in local currencies around the world.
Are you a Nectar member?
Become a Nectar member for our best rates*. All you need to do in download the app or head to nectar.com to register and make the most of our exclusive rates.
Let us know your Nectar card number when you place your Japanese yen currency order. Don’t forget that rates can change according to where you buy them from – whether that’s at home, online or over the phone.
Don’t fancy carrying cash? Use our Travel Money Card
A Sainsbury’s Bank Travel Money Card makes it easier than ever to spend your yen currency in Japan. Withdraw cash in local currencies, use chip and pin, contactless or buy online. Using a travel money card means you can avoid conversion fees charged to credit and debit cards used overseas.
Order your card online and collect at your closest travel money bureau or order for home delivery in five to eight days. To get started all you need to do is load £50 and you’re good to go.
Don’t forget you can manage your money on the move with the Sainsbury’s Bank Travel Money Card app.
Buying Japanese yen: FAQs
How much yen should I bring to Japan for two weeks?
The amount of yen currency you need for two weeks depends on your kind of travel and what you want to do while you’re there. Research potential food, travel, accommodation and transport costs before you go to get a good idea of how much you’ll need to spend on your trip.
When should I buy my Japanese Yen?
It all depends on the exchange rate. You should monitor the exchange rates each day to work out the best time to buy your currency.
Do you tip in Japan?
While it’s not common to tip for things like service in bars, restaurants or hotels, there are some situations where you may give a gratuity. This custom is called “kokorozuke” and translates to ‘coming from the heart’. It’s not expected but, in some situations, like with a private guide or translator, people may accept a tip if done discreetly and placed in a small cash envelope.
Planning a trip?
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Order your Travel Money Card
Buy your Travel Money Card today so you can get organised ready for stress free spending on your trip.
Buy back
Worried about having left over Japanese yen when you return from your trip? We’ll buy them back for a great exchange rate.
Any questions?
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Terms and conditions
*Nectar members receive better exchange rates on single purchase transactions of all available foreign currencies. Excludes travel money card home delivery orders and online reloads. Exchange rates may vary depending on whether you buy instore, online or by phone. You need to tell us your Nectar card number at the time of your transaction.
**You can order currency for a secure home delivery by 1pm on the day of your choice by Royal Mail (Mon- Sat). For next day delivery your order needs to be confirmed before 2pm (Mon- Fri). Please note that whilst Royal Mail make every effort to delivery on schedule, we cannot guarantee this as it is beyond our control. Highlands and Islands (including Channel Islands) are not guaranteed next day delivery. Delivery is free on all cash orders £400 or more (£4.99 for orders between £100 and £399.99). The minimum order for home delivery is £100. The delivery day quoted is dependent on the order day being a working day; if one of those days is a public holiday then additional day(s) will be added accordingly. All home delivery orders are sent via Royal Mail Special Delivery, unless we advise you otherwise, to your billing address, and a signature will be required upon delivery. A valid telephone number is required for home delivery.
Sainsbury's Bank Travel Money Card™ is issued by PrePay Technologies Limited pursuant to license by Mastercard International. PrePay Technologies Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011 (FRN: 900010) for the issuing of electronic money and payment instruments. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated.