Did you mean using the debit card to withdraw in Japanese 711 ATM? Someone told me there are machines in airport taking US bills and gives out yen, how is that comparing with ATM? BTW, I find your site VERY helpful. Greeting from Peru.
Maybe 1 - 2 yen less than what google will advertise. If you click the option to get charged in your currency at the ATM, then yes you will get hit with some minor fees. It's always better to get charged in Yen and let you bank do the exchange rate.
Yes. I have probably used a currency exchange like once. ATMS are much more convenient, and the exchange rate is almost always the same. I would only use an exchange if I'm changing out a TON of money. Otherwise, you're good to just wait until you arrive in Japan to take out yen.
Hello it means if 1 euro is 163 yen, they will give me exactally the same schange rate ??? Because i heard i should go to shinjuku ninja exchange rate there is the best rate ?? Thanks
By card do I insert my bank card here in America?? I have Bank of America and when I go to 711 at japan is that what I insert where it says card, it’s a debit card btw
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How about Japan Post Bank? I believe they also have ATM machine right?
Hey, I‘m using a Mastercard and 7/11 doesn‘t charge me :) The other once I didn‘t tried. I‘m at Revolut bank where I‘m also able to change in to Yen with a very good exchange rate
@@harblife I live in Germany thats right. I‘m right now since 7 months out of Europe and I never had issues with it. I checked once if its possible open an account back in Australia I guess it was possible 🤔
Hi , We are from India .. and trying to book Disneyland tickets from official tokyo disney website for November... But our all debit and credit cards are getting rejected in the website..... In klook the tickets are sold out..is there any way to book tickets?
Interesting. I am sure there is a way. I'll look into this and let you know. I definitely have had friends that have booked these tickets with foreign cards.
@@ananyaamara Keep trying. I had the same problem with the JR Pass and the Universal Japan studios tickets. My only advice is to use Internet explorer in the oldest computer you can get. My newest laptop (2022) got stuck in the payment process everytime (with Google chrome). It worked better with Microsoft edge. But it will definitely work with internet explorer. Also you should check with your bank, sometime they block international transactions when they don't recognize the website.
@@rosaogrodnik3856 Hi ty for the reply.. I spoke with my bank ..all international transitions are activated .. I am going to the payment page but there my card is getting declined after processing payment... Trying from past 3 days .. l will try in internet explorer again..
You don't need too. You can pull out Yen straight from the ATMs in Japan. Don't waste your time getting US Dollars when you're in Japan -- you'll never use it.
Where is the best (and safest) place to exchange dollars? There are not many yens in my country. We could only find 10,000 yens, so we are traveling with dollars. I want to avoid scams.
Just wait until you get to Japan to exchange money. And 10,000 yens are normal to carry around. Those are the only things a Japan ATM will usually have.
Just withdraw Yen once you arrived. Exchanging will always loose you money compared to withdrawing and letting your bank do the conversion for you (implying you don't have to pay conversion fees).
On weekends, they charge 220¥. Always try to withdraw on weekdays.
My experience was with AEON having the lowest fees. These fees in japan can depend on the time of day/day of the week too.
Thanks for the helpful tip. We’e going to Japan this April. :)
Great! Hope you're getting ready for it!
Enjoy!!!!!
7 eleven for the atm, Nana-chiki on the way out
Yum yum. Or just going for the nana-chiki
What is nana-chiki?
@@isagoldfield7393 Fried chicken sold at the check out counter. Nana-chiki , seven-chicken
Bro this is very helpful....thanks heaps
Not a problem Mark! Always great to see you around!
Did you mean using the debit card to withdraw in Japanese 711 ATM? Someone told me there are machines in airport taking US bills and gives out yen, how is that comparing with ATM? BTW, I find your site VERY helpful. Greeting from Peru.
Yea I am referring to pulling out cash in Japan ATMs. I have never heard of those machines, but they do have exchange booths at airports.
Rates at airports are bad though from what I read. Also exchange in local currency and not U.S dollars or you will be charged a conversion fee.
How does the exchange rate compare to the market exchange rate like what is shown when you google? Is it similar or is it higher (aka hidden "fee")?
Maybe 1 - 2 yen less than what google will advertise. If you click the option to get charged in your currency at the ATM, then yes you will get hit with some minor fees. It's always better to get charged in Yen and let you bank do the exchange rate.
Thanks man, got my trip in 2 weeks!
Should be about time ;)
Thanks for this. Did you use credit or debit card? USA or Canadian card?
Thanks for that Harb 😀 very useful
Thanks! Next time you go, be sure to remember this! 🤣👍
Yes! Seven eleven was better. Back in 2019, my card was rejected a few in family marts (might be a coincidence) but never in seven eleven.
True! Seven Eleven will never fail you!
Thanks so much!
No problem! Glad I could help!
I’m interested to see how the rate is at the airports and compare prices
Yeah . I would say that if you are using 711 ATM it'll be the same. I'll check for you though when I get to the airport next week though !
@@harblife much appreciated!
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Which ATM at Narita Airport should we use to withdraw money?
Great info
Glad you found it useful!
Hello! Thanks for the video! Going to Japan next week. Is using an atm to withdraw yen better than bringing usd to exchange at currency exchange?
Yes. I have probably used a currency exchange like once. ATMS are much more convenient, and the exchange rate is almost always the same. I would only use an exchange if I'm changing out a TON of money. Otherwise, you're good to just wait until you arrive in Japan to take out yen.
wat is 'a ton of money' - USD5000?@@harblife
Thanks!
Not a problem ! Thanks for stopping by!
So is 7 11 a better choice to exchange current than the Haneda Airport?
Can I use debit card in those ATM? Thanks for the video btw :D
Hello it means if 1 euro is 163 yen, they will give me exactally the same schange rate ??? Because i heard i should go to shinjuku ninja exchange rate there is the best rate ?? Thanks
Hello is UnionPay card in Philippines is working in atm of japan?
Not sure about that one sorry 🥺
This is a good video.
They don’t have free cash withdrawals ATMs in Japan?
By card do I insert my bank card here in America?? I have Bank of America and when I go to 711 at japan is that what I insert where it says card, it’s a debit card btw
How about Japan Post Bank? I believe they also have ATM machine right?
Maybe but I've never used them. It isn't convenient to do so.
wrong info my opinion in--Japan post offices are convenient and easy to use@@harblife
Hey, I‘m using a Mastercard and 7/11 doesn‘t charge me :) The other once I didn‘t tried. I‘m at Revolut bank where I‘m also able to change in to Yen with a very good exchange rate
Pretty interesting didn't know about this. Seems like a pretty cool concept, but it looks like it is only available in Europe.
@@harblife I live in Germany thats right. I‘m right now since 7 months out of Europe and I never had issues with it. I checked once if its possible open an account back in Australia I guess it was possible 🤔
Hi , We are from India .. and trying to book Disneyland tickets from official tokyo disney website for November... But our all debit and credit cards are getting rejected in the website..... In klook the tickets are sold out..is there any way to book tickets?
Interesting. I am sure there is a way. I'll look into this and let you know. I definitely have had friends that have booked these tickets with foreign cards.
@@harblife we have been trying from past 2 days.. looking forward for your response
@@ananyaamara Keep trying. I had the same problem with the JR Pass and the Universal Japan studios tickets. My only advice is to use Internet explorer in the oldest computer you can get. My newest laptop (2022) got stuck in the payment process everytime (with Google chrome). It worked better with Microsoft edge. But it will definitely work with internet explorer. Also you should check with your bank, sometime they block international transactions when they don't recognize the website.
@@rosaogrodnik3856 Hi ty for the reply.. I spoke with my bank ..all international transitions are activated .. I am going to the payment page but there my card is getting declined after processing payment... Trying from past 3 days .. l will try in internet explorer again..
Try a Master Card, I tried multiple visa and it didn't work but worked with Master Card
Where can I pull out US cash thou, to make the exchange?
You don't need too. You can pull out Yen straight from the ATMs in Japan. Don't waste your time getting US Dollars when you're in Japan -- you'll never use it.
@@harblife ok, thanks bro. I’ll probably figure it out when I get there.
I’m glad Japan keeps things based. Physical cash in hand is king babay
Where is the best (and safest) place to exchange dollars? There are not many yens in my country. We could only find 10,000 yens, so we are traveling with dollars. I want to avoid scams.
Just wait until you get to Japan to exchange money. And 10,000 yens are normal to carry around. Those are the only things a Japan ATM will usually have.
@@harblife Thank you. We have some dollars we will be exchanging and the rest at ATM
Just withdraw Yen once you arrived. Exchanging will always loose you money compared to withdrawing and letting your bank do the conversion for you (implying you don't have to pay conversion fees).
@@8MrJosh8 exactly ! Thanks for contributing !
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YouTrip is good too!
Thanks for the tip!