Japanese Yen to Canadian Dollar
Converter

Convert Japanese Yen to Canadian Dollar using today's official exchange rate from the European Central Bank.

1 JPY = 0.0087 CAD
1 CAD = 114.81 JPY
Source: European Central Bank ยท Rate date: 2026-05-09

Convert any amount

JPY
CAD

Common Japanese Yen to Canadian Dollar amounts

JPY CAD
1 JPY 0.0087 CAD
5 JPY 0.0436 CAD
10 JPY 0.0871 CAD
25 JPY 0.2178 CAD
50 JPY 0.4355 CAD
100 JPY 0.871 CAD
500 JPY 4.355 CAD
1,000 JPY 8.71 CAD
5,000 JPY 43.55 CAD
10,000 JPY 87.1 CAD

About the Japanese Yen

The Japanese Yen (symbol: ยฅ; code: JPY) is the official currency of Japan, issued by the Bank of Japan. The world's third-most traded currency, the yen is widely regarded as a safe-haven asset during periods of global economic uncertainty.

About the Canadian Dollar

The Canadian Dollar (symbol: C$; code: CAD) is the official currency of Canada, issued by the Bank of Canada. Each dollar is divided into 100 cents. Often nicknamed the "loonie" after the loon bird depicted on the one-dollar coin, the Canadian dollar's value is closely tied to global oil prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is this exchange rate calculated?

This conversion uses the European Central Bank reference rate, which is published once per business day at around 16:00 CET (Frankfurt time). The ECB calculates these rates from interbank market quotes provided by major banks. Reference rates are intended for information and statistical purposes โ€” they are not commercial rates at which currencies can actually be bought or sold.

Will I get this exact rate from my bank?

No. The ECB reference rate is a benchmark used by economists, regulators, and accountants โ€” not a retail rate. Banks, currency exchange services, and credit cards typically add a markup of 1 to 4 percent on top of the reference rate, plus possible fixed transaction fees. To know the actual rate you would pay, check directly with your bank or money transfer service before exchanging.

How often is this rate updated?

The European Central Bank updates exchange rates once per business day, around 16:00 CET. Rates are not updated on weekends or eurozone bank holidays โ€” during these periods the most recent business-day rate remains in effect. We refresh our cached rate every six hours to balance accuracy with performance.

Why does the Japanese Yen to Canadian Dollar exchange rate change?

Exchange rates fluctuate based on many factors, including interest rate decisions by the Bank of Japan and the Bank of Canada, inflation differences between Japan and Canada, trade balances, capital flows, and geopolitical events affecting market sentiment. Even small differences in expected economic conditions can move rates significantly over short periods.

Can I convert other currencies?

Yes. We support 15 major currencies for conversion: USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, CHF, CAD, AUD, CNY, INR, MXN, BRL, KRW, SGD, NZD, and SEK. Use the swap button above to flip the direction of this conversion, or open any other supported currency pair directly.

Scroll to Top