USD to JPY in 2026

In 2026 (until 2026-10-01), 1 USD was worth 158.53 JPY on average. The USD gained 0.67% against the JPY, from 156.93 to 157.98.

Average
158.53
High
163.91 2026-07-28
Low
152.63 2026-01-28
Change
+0.67%

Daily USD/JPY rates in 2026

USD to JPY monthly average 2026162.51155.152026-102026-01

Monthly averages; with JavaScript the chart shows daily values (hover for details). Based on 192 ECB reference rates.

Monthly averages

Month1 USD in JPY
January 2026156.72
February 2026155.15
March 2026158.68
April 2026159.06
May 2026158.24
June 2026160.72
July 2026162.51
August 2026158.8
September 2026156.39
October 2026157.98

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Frequently asked questions

What was the average USD to JPY rate in 2026?

The average ECB-based USD to JPY rate in 2026 was 158.53 (up to 2026-10-01).

When was the best USD to JPY rate in 2026?

The highest rate in 2026 was 163.91 JPY per USD on 2026-07-28; the lowest was 152.63 on 2026-01-28. July had the highest monthly average (162.51).

How much did USD change against JPY in 2026?

From the first to the last reference rate of 2026, USD rose by 0.67% against JPY (156.93 to 157.98).

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{
  "data": [
    { "datetime": "2026-01-01T23:59:59Z",
      "currencies": { "JPY": { "code": "JPY", "value": … } } },
    …
  ]
}

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