In December 2025, the Taiwanese dollar depreciated to 4.85 against the Japanese yen, a nearly 9% appreciation over the year. For Taiwanese people planning to travel abroad or allocate hedging assets, this is a good time to exchange currency—provided you know where to get the best exchange rate for yen.
Bank counter services, online currency exchange, foreign currency ATMs, and even forex trading platforms—all methods have cost differences that can exceed NT$2000. We tested the latest rates from major banks like Bank of Taiwan, E.SUN, and CTBC to reveal the true money-saving secrets.
Why exchange yen now?
The yen is not just a travel currency but also one of the world's three major safe-haven currencies.
In an era of rising geopolitical risks, the yen is highly sought after due to Japan's stable economy and low debt ratio. During the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022, the yen appreciated by 8% in one week, while the stock market fell by 10%—this demonstrates the power of safe-haven assets. For Taiwanese investors, holding yen adds an extra layer of protection for the Taiwanese stock market.