🇿🇦 ZAR to 🇯🇵 JPY — Convert South African Rand to Japanese Yen
1 South African Rand = 9.8394 Japanese Yen
ZAR/JPY Exchange Rate History
🇿🇦 ZAR to 🇯🇵 JPY Conversion Table
| South African Rand (ZAR) | Japanese Yen (JPY) |
|---|---|
| R1 | ¥9.8394 |
| R5 | ¥49.1971 |
| R10 | ¥98.3942 |
| R25 | ¥245.9855 |
| R50 | ¥491.9710 |
| R100 | ¥983.9420 |
| R500 | ¥4,919.71 |
| R1,000 | ¥9,839.42 |
| R5,000 | ¥49,197.10 |
| R10,000 | ¥98,394.20 |
ZAR/JPY 30-Day Market Statistics
Over the past 30 days, the South African Rand to Japanese Yen exchange rate has fallen by 0.5723%, moving from 9.8718 to 9.8153. It traded between a low of 9.5218 on Jun 27 and a high of 10.0042 on Jul 6, averaging 9.8598. With a high-to-low spread of 4.8926%, the pair has been moderately volatile this month.
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🇿🇦 About the South African Rand (ZAR)
The South African Rand is a widely traded emerging-market currency tied to South Africa's role as a major exporter of gold, platinum, and other minerals. It is known for relatively high volatility.
Issuing authority: South African Reserve Bank (SARB).
🇯🇵 About the Japanese Yen (JPY)
The Japanese Yen is the third most traded currency and the most traded in Asia. It is widely used as a funding currency for the carry trade because of Japan's traditionally low interest rates, and it strengthens as a safe haven in times of market stress.
Issuing authority: Bank of Japan (BOJ).
What Moves the ZAR/JPY Exchange Rate?
The ZAR to JPY rate reflects the relative strength of two different economies, so it responds to developments on both sides of the pair.
South African Rand (ZAR): Precious-metal and commodity prices, SARB interest rates, domestic political stability, and global emerging-market sentiment.
Japanese Yen (JPY): Bank of Japan ultra-loose monetary policy and any shift away from it, the interest rate gap with the US, and safe-haven demand during global risk-off periods.
When demand for the South African Rand rises relative to the Japanese Yen, the ZAR/JPY rate increases, meaning each ZAR buys more JPY. The opposite happens when the Japanese Yen strengthens.
How to Convert ZAR to JPY
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the converter above.
- The equivalent in JPY is calculated automatically using the latest rate.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (JPY to ZAR).
- Check the chart and 30-day statistics above before large conversions.
The rate shown here is the mid-market rate — the midpoint between buy and sell prices on global markets. It is the fairest benchmark for comparing what banks and transfer services actually charge.
Best Ways to Exchange ZAR to JPY
Getting a rate close to the mid-market rate above can save you money, especially on larger South African Rand to Japanese Yen amounts. Here are common options ranked by typical value:
| Method | Typical Fee | Speed | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wise | 0.3-0.6% | 1-2 days | International transfers |
| Revolut | 0-1% | Instant | Travel spending |
| Bank Transfer | 3-5% | 2-5 days | Large amounts |
| Airport Exchange | 7-12% | Instant | Last resort |
Tip: Always compare the rate you're offered against the mid-market rate shown above — the difference is the hidden markup. Banks often embed a 3-5% markup even in "commission-free" offers.
Maintained by the ExchangeConvert editorial team. Rates are indicative mid-market rates for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. See our methodology and Terms of Service.