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160 South African rand to Japanese yen Exchange Rate History - XTransfer

160 South African rand to Japanese yen Historical Exchange Rates

Welcome to the ZAR to JPY exchange rate history page. This page contains detailed daily historical exchange rates between ZAR and JPY from 2025-3-8 to 2026-04-01, making it easy to look up and reference.

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1 ZAR = 9.40133 JPY

13:30 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to Japanese yen Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 ZAR = -- JPY

13:30 Exchange Rate

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1 South African rand to Japanese yen Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 ZAR to JPY, 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
9.40133
9.53368
9.79868
9.83846
Low
9.40133
9.32813
9.32813
9.32813
Average
9.40133
9.37987
9.46964
9.59215

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

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

ZAR to JPY - Last 7 Days

ZARZARJPYJPY
2026-04-01
9.40133
ZARZARJPYJPY
2026-03-31
9.33116
ZARZARJPYJPY
2026-03-30
9.3414
ZARZARJPYJPY
2026-03-29
9.35199
ZARZARJPYJPY
2026-03-28
9.35199
ZARZARJPYJPY
2026-03-27
9.35816
ZARZARJPYJPY
2026-03-26
9.38926

JPY to ZAR - Last 7 Days

JPYJPYZARZAR
2026-04-01
0.10637
JPYJPYZARZAR
2026-03-31
0.10717
JPYJPYZARZAR
2026-03-30
0.1071
JPYJPYZARZAR
2026-03-29
0.10693
JPYJPYZARZAR
2026-03-28
0.10693
JPYJPYZARZAR
2026-03-27
0.10686
JPYJPYZARZAR
2026-03-26
0.1065

ZARZAR - South African Rand

The rand was issued in 1961 with the establishment of the Republic of South Africa, replacing the South African pound. ZAR is the mainstay currency of the South African economy and is widely used in mining, manufacturing and financial services. As one of the most important currencies in Africa, the rand has a high liquidity in the international market.

  • Supporting unit:1 cent (1 rand = 100 cents)
  • Denomination of banknotes:10, 20, 50, 100, 200 Rand
  • Reserve currency:No, but it has a significant influence in the African region.
  • Banknote material:Paper-based, featuring various anti-counterfeiting designs.
  • Metal composition:Copper-nickel alloy, nickel-plated steel core alloy
  • Currency symbol:R
  • Paper currency size:Approximately 140mm × 70mm
  • language:en
  • Main unit:Rand
  • ISO code:ZAR
  • Currency name:South African Rand
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:South African Reserve Bank
  • Safe-haven currency:No, mainly emerging market currencies.
  • Coin denomination:5, 10, 20, 50 cents; 1, 2, 5 rand.
  • Countries of Use:South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, and Zimbabwe (partially used)
  • Cross-border payment:The rand is widely circulated in southern Africa, international payments are mostly conducted through the SWIFT network, and cross-border trade often settles in US dollars or euros.

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.

FAQ

Based on the historical patterns of South African rand to Japanese yen, is now a good time to exchange?

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

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

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

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

Historically, South African rand against Japanese yen has indeed experienced violent fluctuations or even plunges due to policy shocks or economic crises. The best way to hedge against South African rand 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 ZAR to JPY within an acceptable trade cost range.

Is the current exchange rate of South African rand to Japanese yen considered a historical high or low?

To evaluate the current level of ZAR to JPY, 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 South African rand is approaching a historical resistance level. If the current ZAR price has broken through highs from years ago, it indicates that ZAR is at an extreme high; exchanging South African rand to Japanese yen now can often lock in more substantial trade profits than in previous years.

How accurate are the AI-predicted exchange rates for South African rand to Japanese yen?

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

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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.