MONEY EXCHANGE; WHERE DO THOSE FIND?

by Hiroki D.

(16 reviews)
Last updated : Jun 10, 20232 min read

"Want to withdraw cash for a sudden expense while traveling? "

"Where can I withdraw Japanese yen?"


Actually, it's easy, you can do it at a bank or a convenience store.
Talking about currency exchange in the shopping areas of Nambae (Osaka) and Shijo (Kyoto).

The other day, if multiple travelers tried to exchange US dollars for Japanese yen at a friend's counter, it would be up to $200 per person. I was also told that I was the only one in the group. Some people may feel that $200 is too little for families and expensive purchases.
In fact, I went around several manned counters.

What I would like you to know and remember this time is the money changer.
There are several in the Namba area and many in the Shijo area.
You can select the language, so it supports English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean and others.

How to operate
After selecting the language,
Press the start button, and if you see a message stating that the refund will not be received after the conversion, press the confirm button. Then insert the amount. Type the amount you want to withdraw in your home country's currency in the left blank, and the amount you want to withdraw in Japanese Yen in the right blank. Insert bills and press the withdrawal button. Since it is converted at the current rate, banknotes and coins will appear. Please don't forget to take it.(Reference: Smart Exchange)

*There are many diffrent machines operated by other companies, so please follow the instructions.

Q&A
Up to 100,000 yen in one exchange (up to 2 million yen possible with monitor)
Basically no ID is required.
Redemption from credit card is not possible.
Fees are included in the rates shown.
The receipt will show the conversion amount and rate.

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