This is the exchange rate checked at Haneda Airport in 2024.
Generally, the “Travelex” currency exchange shops at Haneda and Narita airports can exchange many currencies.
Ordinary bank currency exchange shops have better rates, but they only accept a limited number of currencies.
There are currency exchange shops in downtown Tokyo, but they only accept major currencies.
Major currencies are only a few currencies such as the US dollar and the euro.
The numbers written here are commission rates. I think the commission rate for US dollars at currency exchange shops in downtown Tokyo is around 2%.
A more cost-effective way to exchange money.
If you want to convert a currency with a 10% commission to Japanese yen, and the commission for US dollars in your home country is 7% or less, you can still exchange more cost-effectively by going through US dollars first.
The fees may not be the same when you travel.
Of course, you can also withdraw money from ATMs other than exchanging it from cash.
Thanks for sharing this helpful breakdown, @MasaruKamikura! For travelers visiting Cambodia, please note that we widely use US dollars here. If you’re carrying USD, there’s no need to exchange it upon arrival.
It’s unlikely you’ll find many places in Japan to exchange Cambodian riel. For Cambodians visiting Japan, US dollars are generally the most convenient currency.
Many Japanese information sources also say that US dollars can be used, but I’m skeptical so I’m worried. However, with this information I can bring US dollars with me with peace of mind. Thank you.
You get the best rate by just using your debit or credit card to pay directly to the vendors in Japan. When we visited Japan in 23 it was my experience that you don’t really need cash anymore. A payment app on your phone will take care of small transactions including public transport.
