Currency Exchange · Akihabara · Tokyo
Best Currency Exchange Rate in Akihabara
Better rates than banks, airports, hotels and convenience store ATMs. In-store at Don Quijote Akihabara 1F — 3-minute walk from Akihabara Station.
Why we’re cheaper
Three reasons travelers consistently get a better deal at our counter.
In-store, no hidden fees
Our rate already includes everything. We never add a commission, service fee or "handling charge" on top.
Real-time wholesale rates
We update rates throughout the day based on live wholesale FX, so you always get a price close to the interbank market.
Cash, on the spot, no appointment
Walk in, exchange in minutes, walk out with JPY in hand. No accounts, no waiting, no paperwork beyond a quick ID check.
Compare $100 USD → JPY
See how much more JPY you walk away with versus other places in Tokyo.
| Source | Their Rate | Our Rate | Difference per $100 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabank (Mizuho / MUFG / SMBC) | ¥158 | ¥152 | +¥600 more JPY |
| Narita Airport exchange counter | ¥160 | ¥152 | +¥800 more JPY |
| Convenience store ATM (Seven / Lawson) | ¥159 | ¥152 | +¥700 more JPY |
| Hotel front-desk exchange | ¥162 | ¥152 | +¥1,000 more JPY |
Rates as of April 2026, indicative. Actual rates change throughout the day — see live rates page for today’s exact numbers.
Ready to exchange?
Don Quijote Akihabara, 1st floor. 3-minute walk from Akihabara Station Electric Town Exit. Open 10:00–19:00, every day of the year.