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JPY to KES Historical Exchange Rates

Welcome to the JPY to KES exchange rate history page. This page contains detailed daily historical exchange rates between JPY and KES from 2025-3-8 to 2026-10-24, making it easy to look up and reference.

Amount
Result

1 JPY = 0.827887 KES

12:30 Exchange Rate

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Currency pairJPY / KES
Latest reference rate1 JPY = 0.827887 KES

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1 JPY to KES Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 JPY = -- KES

12:30 Exchange Rate

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1 JPY to KES Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 JPY to KES, including daily data over the past 1 day, 15 days, 30 days, and 90 days. It also marks the highest, lowest, and average rates during each period, helping you easily understand how the exchange rate has changed over time, which is useful for currency exchange, transfers, or investment decisions.

Time
Past 1 day
Past 15 day
Past 30 day
Past 90 day
High
0.827887
0.827887
0.827887
0.843511
Low
0.827887
0.817214
0.815074
0.78965
Average
0.827887
0.821265
0.821486
0.819701

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

Below are the daily average exchange rates of JPY to KES for the past 7 days, helping you track the trend during this period. We also provide exchange rate changes of KES to JPY, helping you understand fluctuations from different perspectives and better plan your currency exchange, transfers, or fund management.

JPY to KES - Last 7 Days

JPYJPYKESKES
2026-10-24
0.827887
JPYJPYKESKES
2026-10-23
0.827147
JPYJPYKESKES
2026-10-22
0.82129
JPYJPYKESKES
2026-10-21
0.820989
JPYJPYKESKES
2026-10-20
0.82005
JPYJPYKESKES
2026-10-19
0.82193
JPYJPYKESKES
2026-10-18
0.821861

KES to JPY - Last 7 Days

KESKESJPYJPY
2026-10-24
1.207894
KESKESJPYJPY
2026-10-23
1.208975
KESKESJPYJPY
2026-10-22
1.2176
KESKESJPYJPY
2026-10-21
1.218043
KESKESJPYJPY
2026-10-20
1.21944
KESKESJPYJPY
2026-10-19
1.21665
KESKESJPYJPY
2026-10-18
1.216751

JPYJPY - Japanese yen

The Japanese yen was officially issued in 1871, replacing the old monetary system. As one of the world's major reserve currencies, the Japanese yen plays an important role in the international financial market and is the backbone of Japan's economy and export-oriented industries.

  • Supporting unit:1 yen = 100 sen (subcurrency has been discontinued)
  • Denomination of banknotes:1000, 2000 (rare), 5000, 10000 yen
  • Reserve currency:Yes, it is one of the world's major reserve currencies.
  • Banknote material:Cotton paper as the main material, featuring anti-counterfeiting designs such as watermarks, security threads, and color-shifting ink.
  • Metal composition:Aluminum, copper-nickel alloy, nickel-copper alloy, etc.
  • Currency symbol:¥
  • Paper currency size:For example, 10,000 yen measures approximately 160mm × 76mm, with slight variations in size depending on the denomination.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:1 Japanese Yen
  • ISO code:JPY
  • Currency name:Japanese Yen
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:Bank of Japan
  • Safe-haven currency:Yes, it is one of the safe-haven currencies in the international financial market.
  • Coin denomination:1, 5, 10, 50, 100, 500 yen
  • Countries of Use:Japan is the only country where it is officially used.
  • Cross-border payment:Supports the global SWIFT network; as the world's third-largest reserve currency, the Japanese yen is widely used in international trade and investment.

KESKES - Kenyan Shilling

The Kenyan Shilling was introduced in 1966 to replace the East African Monetary Unit. The KES plays a key role in East African Community trade, supports the development of the country's agriculture and service industries, and is an important pillar of Kenya's economy.

  • Supporting unit:1 shilling = 100 pence (cent)
  • Denomination of banknotes:50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 shillings
  • Reserve currency:No, it is mainly used for the domestic economy.
  • Banknote material:Cotton paper, featuring a watermark and anti-counterfeiting line.
  • Metal composition:Copper-nickel alloy, etc.
  • Currency symbol:KSh
  • Paper currency size:For example, 1000 shillings is approximately 150mm × 70mm.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:Shilling
  • ISO code:KES
  • Currency name:Kenyan Shilling
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:Central Bank of Kenya
  • Safe-haven currency:No, exchange rates are heavily influenced by regional economic and political factors.
  • Coin denomination:1, 5, 10, 20 shillings
  • Countries of Use:Kenya is the only country where it is officially used.
  • Cross-border payment:International transfers are supported through the SWIFT network, with the Kenyan shilling being used in East African trade, while international transactions are primarily settled in US dollars or euros.
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FAQ

Based on the historical patterns of JPY to KES, is now a good time to exchange?

To judge the timing for exchanging JPY to KES, one must compare current rates with the average over the past year or even five years. If the current JPY rate is well above the historical average, it usually means JPY is in a strong period, making it a good window for settlement into KES. Conversely, if JPY is at a historical low, it is recommended for exporters to hold JPY in batches and avoid the troughs to minimize losses when converting to KES.

What are the main reasons affecting the historical volatility of JPY to KES recently?

The core factor affecting the historical volatility of JPY to KES recently is the divergence in monetary policies between the two countries. When interest rate hikes are implemented, the attractiveness of JPY tends to increase, leading to a significant rise in its historical exchange rate against KES. Additionally, fluctuations in global trade data and inflation levels trigger safe-haven demand for JPY, thereby intensifying the frequency of two-way volatility between JPY and KES.

Has JPY experienced a sharp plunge against KES before? How can I protect myself?

Historically, JPY against KES has indeed experienced violent fluctuations or even plunges due to policy shocks or economic crises. The best way to hedge against JPY exchange rate risk is to analyze its historical volatility cycles and avoid betting on a one-sided market at a single high point. It is recommended to use batch settlement or forward locking tools to keep the volatility risk of JPY to KES within an acceptable trade cost range.

Is the current exchange rate of JPY to KES considered a historical high or low?

To evaluate the current level of JPY to KES, one must examine the currency pair's long-term trend chart. By comparing the peaks and troughs of the past five years, you can clearly see if JPY is approaching a historical resistance level. If the current JPY price has broken through highs from years ago, it indicates that JPY is at an extreme high; exchanging JPY to KES now can often lock in more substantial trade profits than in previous years.

How accurate are the AI-predicted exchange rates for JPY to KES?

AI predictions for JPY to KES are trend references derived from historical big data and market sentiment models. While AI can capture the operational patterns of JPY through algorithms, it is difficult to 100% predict sudden international political events or unexpected policy adjustments. Therefore, the predicted values for JPY to KES should serve as supplementary advice for settlement timing, rather than an absolute execution guarantee.

How to stabilize exchange rates through convenient payment methods?

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Disclaimer: The exchange rate data on this page is collected from public sources for reference only. Due to frequent fluctuations, XTransfer cannot guarantee accuracy or timeliness. Please refer to the real-time quotes from banks, related institutions, or trading systems.